Belgium’s World Cup opener against Egypt ended in a 1-1 draw after a late equalizer canceled out the Pharaohs’ first-half lead at Lumen Field in Seattle.
Egypt struck first in the 45th minute through Emam Ashour, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to give the North Africans a 1-0 advantage at halftime. The goal put pressure on Belgium, who came into the tournament as one of Group G’s favorites.
The Red Devils responded in the 66th minute when Romelu Lukaku’s pressure forced Egypt defender Mohamed Hany into an own goal, leveling the match at 1-1. Despite late pushes from both sides, neither could find a winner.
The result leaves Group G wide open, with both teams taking a point from their opening fixture. Belgium will look to regroup ahead of their next match, while Egypt will take confidence from holding one of Europe’s top sides.
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