The Egyptian Football Association have tasked coach Hossam Hassan to steer the Pharaohs to knockout stage qualification at the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament.
The global showpiece, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will feature an expanded 48-team format, with Egypt securing one of Africa’s nine automatic slots.
Egypt were handed a tricky group following the draw in Washington DC last December. The North African football powerhouse will compete in Group G against Belgium, Iran, and New Zealand.
Following discussion with Hossam Hassan’s led technical team, the Egyptian FA have set a clear and explicit goal for the team to achieve, emphasizing on knockout stage qualification at the biggest soccer mundial.
The FA wants the team to at least advance to the second round of the tournament, believing the team has a group of professional and local players at the highest level.
Meanwhile, the FA has assured the technical support their ultimate support, promising to deliver their request during their preparation period before the mundial.
The Pharaohs will hold a training camp in March 2026, during which they will play two friendly matches against Saudi Arabia and Spain, scheduled to be held in Qatar.
The record AFCON holders recently finished second at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations tournament, held in Morocco.
The tournament, scheduled to take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, in North America promises to be an exciting one, with 48 countries set to battle it out for the covetous trophy.
