Belgium vs. Egypt Set for 2026 World Cup Opener: Odds, Picks, and Match Details

Belgium and Egypt will commence their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaigns with a Group G encounter on June 15, 2026, at Seattle Stadium, broadcast on FOX.

Belgium has been one of Europe’s most consistent national teams over the past decade, qualifying for every major tournament since 2014, and they secured third place at the 2018 World Cup — the nation’s highest finish in history.

They also reached the semifinals at Euro 2016 and Euro 2020, and spent considerable periods ranked No. 1 in the FIFA world rankings.

However, as the 2026 World Cup approaches, Belgium enters a transitional phase, moving from its established core to a new generation of talent competing in Europe’s top leagues.

Belgium qualified for the World Cup by winning UEFA Group J, securing one of Europe’s automatic qualification spots.

The Red Devils arrive in strong form, having defeated Croatia 2-0 and Tunisia 5-0 in recent friendly matches.

Meanwhile, Egypt remains one of Africa’s most storied national teams, boasting a record seven Africa Cup of Nations titles and World Cup appearances in 1934, 1990, and 2018.

The squad relies heavily on talent from the Egyptian Premier League and is led by global superstar Mohamed Salah.

Egypt secured its World Cup berth by topping Group A in CAF qualifying, remaining unbeaten in ten matches with eight wins and two draws, and a +18 goal differential, returning to the World Cup after missing the 2022 edition.

Mohamed Salah is listed at +285 odds to score in Egypt’s opening World Cup match against Belgium (Photo by Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto via Getty Images).

Belgium vs. Egypt Odds

Moneyline

• Belgium: -165 (bet $10 to win $16.06 total)
• Egypt: +500 (bet $10 to win $60 total)
• Draw: +290 (bet $10 to win $39 total)

Spread

• Belgium -0.5: -170 (bet $10 to win $15.88 total)
• Egypt: +0.5: +135 (bet $10 to win $23.50 total)

Over/Under Total Odds: 2.5

• Over: -105 (bet $10 to win $19.52 total)
• Under: +120 (bet $10 to win $22 total)

Belgium vs. Egypt Prediction, Pick

From FOX Sports Research:

• Although Mohamed Salah is 35 on matchday, making him a difficult player to dismiss, Egypt has never won a World Cup match, while Belgium boasts a talented lineup featuring Manchester City’s Jérémy Doku and Napoli’s Kevin De Bruyne. We predict a narrow Belgium victory.

How to Watch Belgium vs. Egypt

• When: Monday, June 15, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. ET
• Where: Seattle Stadium, Seattle, WA
• TV: FOX
• Stream: Watch 3 days free on FOX One, FOX Sports, FOX Sports App

Here are additional betting options for the match.

Anytime Goalscorer Props

• Romelu Lukaku: +115 (bet $10 to win $21.50 total)
• Charles De Ketelaere: +250 (bet $10 to win $35 total)
• Kevin De Bruyne: +255 (bet $10 to win $35.50 total)
• Matias Fernandez Pardo: +255 (bet $10 to win $35.50 total)
• Mohamed Salah: +285 (bet $10 to win $38.50 total)
• Leandro Trossard: +295 (bet $10 to win $39.50 total)
• Jérémy Doku: +330 (bet $10 to win $43 total)

Tie No Bet

• Belgium: -520 (bet $10 to win $11.92 total)
• Egypt: +350 (bet $10 to win $45 total)

Both Teams to Score

• Yes: -104 (bet $10 to win $19.62 total)
• No: -122 (bet $10 to win $18.20 total)

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