Belgium v Egypt: World Cup 2026 - live
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Key Points:
- Egypt leads Belgium 1-0 at halftime in their 2026 World Cup match, with Emam Ashour scoring a powerful first international goal in the 19th minute.
- Belgium has dominated possession but failed to register a single shot on target, struggling to break down Egypt's solid defense.
- Egypt's Mohamed Salah, playing as a No10 behind Marmoush, has been influential but hasn't had clear scoring chances, while Belgium's best opportunity came from Doku, who missed from close range.
- The match is taking place in hot conditions at Seattle Stadium, with a hydration break implemented during the first half.
- Both teams are navigating transitions after their golden generations, with Belgium missing key player Romelu Lukaku from the starting lineup due to lack of match fitness.
