World Cup history
Egypt (The Pharaohs) has appeared at 3 editions of the FIFA World Cup, with a best finish of Group stage. Founded in 1921, the federation enters World Cup 2026 in the CAF pool, coached by Hossam Hassan.
- World Cup appearances3
- World Cup titles0
- Best finishGroup stage
- Head coachHossam Hassan
- Founded1921
- FIFACAF
Star players
- Mohamed Salah
- Mostafa Mohamed
- Trezeguet
- Omar Marmoush
- Mohamed Elneny
Path to the trophy
Group-stage focus — capable of upsets. With a 48-team field split into 12 groups of 4, the top two and best 8 third-placed teams advance to a 32-team Round of 32 — meaning even mid-table sides have a realistic knockout pathway.
FAQ
Has Egypt won the World Cup?
Egypt has not won the World Cup. Best finish: Group stage.
Who is the head coach of Egypt?
Hossam Hassan leads Egypt into FIFA World Cup 2026.
How many times has Egypt played in the World Cup?
Egypt has appeared 3 times in the FIFA World Cup.
Who are Egypt's star players?
Mohamed Salah, Mostafa Mohamed, Trezeguet, Omar Marmoush, Mohamed Elneny.
What confederation does Egypt represent?
Egypt plays in the CAF confederation.
When does Egypt play in the World Cup 2026?
Schedule depends on the December 2025 group draw.
What is Egypt's nickname?
The Pharaohs
Plan your Egypt World Cup 2026 experience
Group-stage focus — capable of upsets.
