Belgium and Egypt play to a 1-1 draw in their World Cup Group G match in Seattle. Egypt score first in the early stages of the game, taking the lead during the first half. Belgium level the score in the second half, with their response coming after the hour as substitutes make an impact. The equaliser follows a play in which Belgium’s Romelu Lukaku comes off the bench and forces an own goal involving Mohamed Hany. The result leaves both teams with a point each as they head to their next group fixtures. Egypt’s draw extends their wait for a first World Cup victory, continuing a long run without a win at the tournament. Belgium secure their own positive start by cancelling out Egypt’s early goal and preventing defeat in their opener.
The match features an early strike by Egypt, followed by a Belgium equaliser that restores balance before the end of the game. Both sides finish with the same scoreline they started the group with.
