Will Mohamed Salah play tonight for Egypt vs Belgium in FIFA World Cup 2026?

Egypt and Belgium are set to clash in their first-ever World Cup meeting.

Football’s most elite competition, the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has raised it curtains, with fans all around the world uniting for the global spectacle. As the group stages are currently underway, Egypt and Belgium are set to battle in a highly anticipated fixture, as both nations will be playing each other in the opening fixture of Group G at Seattle Stadium in Washington.

The matchup is dubbed as the potentially final face-off between Mohamed Salah and Kevin De Bruyne, the Premier League’s two greatest icons. This will also be a legendary moment for Salah, who is set to celebrate his 35th birthday today, with the forward expected to deliver a huge impact.

Hossam Hassan updates on Mohamed Salah’s role against Belgium

Manager Hossam Hassan has confirmed that Mohamed Salah will be a key part of the squad against Belgium, providing huge relief for Egyptian fans. He has announced that the iconic forward is fully fit and will be available for the game. He will start the matchup on the right wing, with teammate Omar Marmoush expected to start as centre forward.

“Salah underwent a rehabilitation program with Liverpool and then with the national team, and he is now ready for matches.”

“It goes without saying that Mohamed Salah is important. Everyone is important. We have many talents besides Salah, besides Marmoush. We have very good players, and, God willing, people will watch them and they will be a contributing factor to their country.”

Salah suffered an unfortunate hamstring injury during Liverpool’s Premier League fixture against Crystal Palace on April 25. The side confirmed that the player sustained a tear in his left leg, abruptly ending his domestic season. However, Liverpool’s medical team managed his recovery efficiently, ensuring that he was fully healed in time for the World Cup.

Egypt national team director Ibrahim Hassan clarified that the player will need a four-week rehabilitation period to ensure Salah’s complete match fitness before the commencement of the tournament, forcing Salah’s absence in their pre-World Cup friendlies against Spain and Russia.

However, he played against Brazil in their recent matchup after being brought on in the second half. The move was aimed at building Salah’s sharpness before the start of the World Cup and exposing the winger to the competitive landscape after a significant break.

The coaching team worked alongside the forward, preparing him to spearhead the attack. Hossam Hassan remains fully confident in Salah’s ability to create opportunities, praising the player’s incredible quality and involvement in crucial moments.

Egypt will be playing in Group G in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, considered a significant challenge for the African side. They will play alongside Belgium, Iran, and New Zealand.

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