World Cup 2026: Egypt arrive in USA for tournament as Salah leads final preparations

Egypt have entered the final phase of their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after arriving at their official tournament base in the United States.

The Pharaohs, led by captain Mohamed Salah, reached their designated World Cup camp early on Monday, June 8, following more than a week of training and acclimatization in Ohio.

Having arrived in the United States on May 31, the North African giants spent the opening days of their training camp focusing on fitness, tactical drills and team cohesion as they prepared for their return to football’s biggest stage. The move to their official World Cup headquarters marks another important milestone in their build-up to the tournament, which officially begins on June 11.

Head coach Hossam Hassan and his technical staff will now intensify preparations as Egypt count down to their opening Group G fixture against Belgium on June 15.

The clash with Belgium is expected to be one of the standout encounters in the group stage and could play a crucial role in determining Egypt’s chances of advancing to the knockout rounds. A positive result against the Europeans would provide the Pharaohs with a significant boost in confidence and momentum.

Following their opening game, Egypt will take on New Zealand on June 22 before concluding their Group G campaign against Iran on June 27. With every point likely to prove vital, the Pharaohs will be aiming to navigate a challenging group and secure a place in the next phase of the competition.

Much of the spotlight will once again fall on Salah, whose leadership and experience are expected to be instrumental in Egypt’s quest for success. The Liverpool star remains the face of Egyptian football and will be tasked with inspiring a talented squad eager to make its mark on the global stage.

The World Cup represents another opportunity for Egypt to showcase the progress they have made in recent years and compete against some of the world’s strongest footballing nations. With a blend of experienced campaigners and emerging talents, optimism is growing among supporters that the team can deliver memorable performances in the United States.

The atmosphere within the Egyptian camp is reportedly positive, with players fully focused on the task ahead. As the tournament draws closer, preparations are now entering their most critical stage, with Hassan and his coaching staff fine-tuning tactics and assessing player readiness.

For Salah and his teammates, the objective is clear: to represent Egypt with pride and compete at the highest level. The Pharaohs have travelled to the United States determined to make a strong impression and give their passionate supporters plenty to celebrate during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.