Australia meet Egypt in a round of 32 tie at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. Australia have qualified for every World Cup since 2006 and reached the last 16 in both 2006 and 2022. The Socceroos are known for their fighting spirit and organisation. Goalkeeper-captain Mathew Ryan provides leadership and experience.
Egypt arrive with their own ambitions. Egypt return to the World Cup with superstar Mohamed Salah leading the line. Record seven-time African champions, the Pharaohs dominated their qualifying group. Salah's presence makes them dangerous, though they have never advanced beyond the group stage.
Australia face Egypt on Fri Jul 3 · 6:00 PM GMT at AT&T Stadium, Arlington.
AT&T Stadium in Arlington, USA (capacity 80,000).
It is a Round of 32 fixture at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Australia 1 – 1 Egypt.