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Group G opener · World Cup 2026
Belgium vs Egypt — Seattle Stadium, June 15.
Match facts
Quick answer
Belgium plays Egypt at Seattle Stadium (commonly known as Lumen Field) in Seattle on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET. The match airs on FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish; both are free over the air with an HD antenna in the broadcast footprint, and stream on FOX One (English) and Peacock (Spanish).
Match overview
This is the opening fixture of Group G. Belgium qualified through UEFA after a generational transition from the 2018-2022 squad core. Egypt qualified through CAF in the largest African field in tournament history (9 direct qualifiers) and is led by Mohamed Salah. The other Group G teams are Iran and New Zealand.
Stadium & transit
Lumen Field is in Seattle’s SoDo neighborhood, directly south of Pioneer Square. The fastest public transit option from Sea-Tac Airport is Sound Transit Link light rail to Stadium Station, about 38 minutes. From downtown Seattle it is a 10–15 minute walk; Sounder commuter rail runs on weekdays. Allow at least 60 minutes from Sea-Tac and arrive two hours before kickoff. CupCities has a dedicated Seattle city guide at /host-cities/seattle.
Tickets
FIFA controls primary ticketing for all 2026 matches via fifa.com. Any third-party platform is a secondary resale; prices and seat-quality claims vary, so verify against FIFA’s official ticketing first.
Local watch points
Seattle has an official FIFA Fan Festival with a giant screen broadcasting every match free. Lumen Field hosts six 2026 matches; the city is a hub for Group G fixtures (Belgium-Egypt, USA-Australia, Egypt-Iran) over an 11-day window.
Belgium
Belgium’s 2018 World Cup third-place finish — the "Golden Generation" peak — is the country’s best modern result. The 2022 group-stage exit closed that cycle; the 2026 squad continues a turnover with younger attackers and a settled midfield. UEFA qualifying delivered passage as the top of its group.
Egypt
Egypt is the only African nation with seven Africa Cup of Nations titles and qualifies for the World Cup intermittently. The 2018 World Cup was its first since 1990; 2026 is the federation’s second consecutive appearance under Mohamed Salah’s leadership, with a deeper supporting squad than 2018.
Result
Result and match report will publish here after kickoff. Pre-match, this section stays empty — CupCities does not publish predicted scores or simulated results.
FAQ
Belgium vs Egypt: FAQs
When and where is Belgium vs Egypt at the 2026 World Cup?
Monday, June 15, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET, at Seattle Stadium (Lumen Field) in Seattle. FIFA refers to the venue as Seattle Stadium under its neutral-naming policy.
How can I watch Belgium vs Egypt in the US?
FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish. With an HD antenna in the broadcast footprint, both are free over the air. FOX One streams it in English ($19.99/month); Peacock streams it in Spanish ($7.99/month).
Where can I buy tickets for Belgium vs Egypt?
FIFA controls primary ticketing for all 2026 matches at fifa.com. Any third-party platform is a secondary resale — verify the listing against FIFA’s official ticketing first.
Which group are Belgium and Egypt in?
Both teams are in Group G, along with Iran and New Zealand. Belgium vs Egypt is the group’s opening fixture on June 15.
How do I get to Lumen Field?
From Sea-Tac Airport take Sound Transit Link light rail directly to Stadium Station (about 38 minutes). From downtown Seattle it is a 10–15 minute walk. Sounder commuter rail also runs on weekdays.
Why is the stadium called Seattle Stadium on FIFA materials?
FIFA refers to the venue as Seattle Stadium under its neutral-naming policy that forbids commercial sponsor names on host venues. Locally, on tickets, and on transit signage the stadium is Lumen Field.