Having qualified for their fourth World Cup in history, Egypt arrives in the United States, Canada, and Mexico with high ambitions. Led by Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush, the Pharaohs want to take the next step and confirm their status as a giant of African football.

The first African nation to participate in a World Cup, in 1934, Egypt is preparing to write a new chapter in its history at the 2026 World Cup. The Pharaohs will contest their fourth final phase with the ambition to make a lasting impression and establish themselves as one of the great African football nations on the world stage.

A semi-finalist at the last Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, Egypt secured their place at the World Cup by convincingly dominating Group A of the qualifiers. This qualification confirms the growing strength of a team that blends experience, talent, and ambition.

Long built around the core of Egypt's two football giants, Al Ahly and Zamalek, the national team can now count on top-tier individual players competing at the highest European level. Captain Mohamed Salah, a true national icon and Premier League star, will be the Pharaohs' key asset. Alongside him, Omar Marmoush, another rising star of Egyptian football, will also have to play a crucial role.

Drawn in Group G alongside Belgium, Iran, and New Zealand, Egypt has a real opportunity to advance past the first round for the first time in its history. While Belgium appears to be the clear favorite in the group, the Pharaohs have what it takes to compete with their other opponents.

Seven-time African champions Egypt know the expectations will be immense. With a talented generation of players and a Mohamed Salah more determined than ever, the Pharaohs cannot afford any mistakes. The objective is clear: to prove that their status as an African giant rests not only on their prestigious continental record, but also on their ability to shine on the biggest stage of world football.