Egypt

Egypt, with its capital in Cairo and a population of 105 million, is known for the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Nile River, and ancient pharaonic civilization. The Great Pyramid of Giza is the only one of the original Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still in existence, and was the world's tallest structure for over 3,800 years.

In football, the Pharaohs are a 3-time World Cup participant with their best result being Group stage (1934, 1990). Their World Cup journey began in 1934, and they enter the 2026 tournament with Mohamed Salah as their talisman under head coach Hossam Hassan. Egypt are Africa's most decorated nation at the Africa Cup of Nations with 8 titles, but have rarely translated that continental dominance to the World Cup stage.

SeatNav's Power Index rates Egypt at 4.8 out of 10, ranking them #24 overall and classifying them as a determined underdog. In Group G, they face Belgium, Iran, New Zealand in what has been categorized as a moderately challenging group (difficulty 5/10).

The current Pharaohs squad features 35 players, with the final 26-man World Cup roster to be announced in May 2026. Egypt have 3 confirmed group stage matches scheduled across the tournament.

Egypt supporters traveling to the 2026 World Cup can look forward to matches across multiple host cities in the United States. Follow SeatNav for ticket availability, venue guides, and match day information as the tournament approaches.