Egypt's group at the 2026 World Cup – everything you need to know about Group B
Egypt will compete at the the 2026 World Cup in Group B, with strong teams from different continents. Follow all the details of the Pharaohs' group, their rivals and the match schedule. To follow the Group B matches, get an IPTV subscription from ElbadrySat.
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Asia📋 Contents
- Group B overview
- The four teams in the group
- Each team's strength
- Group B match schedule
- The group's star players
- Possible qualification scenarios
- Previous meetings
- Expert predictions for the group
- TV channels for the group
- How to watch the matches with less buffering
- The best subscriptions to follow them
- FAQ
🌍 Group B overview
Group B at the 2026 World Cup is one of the toughest groups in the tournament, with 4 teams from 4 continents, each with its own strengths and style. The United States , the hosts, Egypt representing Africa and Arab football, Switzerland representing Europe, andSouth Korea representing Asia.
This geographical and cultural mix makes it one of the most exciting groups. Every team arrives with clear goals and big ambitions. To follow every match live, get a strong IPTV subscription from ElbadrySat. Also see our guide to watching with less buffering.
⚽ Each team's strength in the group
🇺🇸 United States
The hosts have home advantage and players at top European leagues such as Pulisic, Reyna and McKennie. The aim is at least the knockout stage.
🇪🇬 Egypt
The Pharaohs, led by Mohamed Salah, want to make history, with stars such as Omar Marmoush and Mohamed El-Shenawy. The realistic aim is at least the round of 32.
🇨🇭 Switzerland
An organised European team with World Cup experience, with players such as Granit Xhaka. Known for a strong collective style and a solid defence.
🇰🇷 South Korea
An Asian team with long World Cup experience, led by global star Son Heung-min. They play a fast, organised game.
📅 Full Group B schedule
Group B matches are scheduled between 12 and 22 June 2026 (check FIFA's official schedule). Full list:
| Round | Date | Match | Stadium | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First | 12 June | 🇺🇸 USA vs 🇪🇬 Egypt | SoFi – Los Angeles | 21:00 |
| First | 13 June | 🇨🇭 Switzerland vs 🇰🇷 Korea | MetLife – New York | 20:00 |
| Second | 17 June | 🇪🇬 Egypt vs 🇨🇭 Switzerland | Mercedes-Benz – Atlanta | 20:00 |
| Second | 18 June | 🇺🇸 USA vs 🇰🇷 Korea | NRG – Houston | 22:00 |
| Third | 22 June | 🇪🇬 Egypt vs 🇰🇷 Korea | Hard Rock – Miami | 22:00 |
| Third | 22 June | 🇺🇸 USA vs 🇨🇭 Switzerland | SoFi – Los Angeles | 22:00 |
⭐ Group B's star players
🇺🇸 Christian Pulisic
USA captain and one of the best wingers around, with plenty of European experience.
🇪🇬 Mohamed Salah
Egypt's captain and one of the best players in the history of Arab football.
🇨🇭 Granit Xhaka
Switzerland captain and the team's main playmaker.
🇰🇷 Son Heung-min
South Korea captain and one of the best Asian forwards in history.
🎯 Possible qualification scenarios
With 4 evenly matched teams, qualifying from Group B will be an exciting battle:
- Scenario 1: USA (1) - Egypt (2) - Switzerland (3) - Korea (4)
- Scenario 2: Egypt (1) - USA (2) - Switzerland (3) - Korea (4)
- Scenario 3: Switzerland (1) - USA (2) - Egypt (3) - Korea (4)
- Scenario 4: USA (1) - Switzerland (2) - Korea (3) - Egypt (4)
- Egypt's hope: finish first or second to reach the round of 32
- Follow the 2026 World Cup for all the updates
📊 Previous meetings between the group's teams
| Match | Meetings | Results |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 USA - 🇪🇬 Egypt | 5 matches | USA: 2 | Draw: 1 | Egypt: 2 |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt - 🇨🇭 Switzerland | 3 matches | Egypt: 1 | Draw: 1 | Switzerland: 1 |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt - 🇰🇷 Korea | 4 matches | Egypt: 2 | Draw: 1 | Korea: 1 |
| 🇺🇸 USA - 🇨🇭 Switzerland | 6 matches | USA: 2 | Draw: 2 | Switzerland: 2 |
🔮 Expert predictions for the group
🥇 Favourites
The United States thanks to home advantage, followed by Switzerland.
🥈 Serious contenders
Egypt, led by Mohamed Salah and their international stars, can spring a surprise.
🥉 Outsiders
South Korea, despite their experience, look the least likely to go through.
📺 TV channels for Group B
With an IPTV subscription from ElbadrySat, follow the Group B matches on:
- Channel ON Time Sports - special coverage of Egypt's matches
- Channels beIN Sports - official broadcaster with Arabic commentary
- Channels beIN Sports Premium - in up to 4K Ultra HD
- Channels SSC Saudi - full tournament coverage
- Channels FOX Sports (US) to follow the hosts
- Read the complete sports channels guide
🎯 How to watch the Group B matches with less buffering
- Get a strong IPTV subscription from ElbadrySat
- 10 Mbps+ for standard quality and 25 Mbps for 4K
- Use an Ethernet cable for maximum stability
- Follow our guide to watching with less buffering
- Use a professional IPTV app
- If you have any problem, see IPTV troubleshooting
💎 The best subscriptions to follow Group B
❓ FAQ
❓ Which group are Egypt in?
In this preview Egypt are in Group B with the USA, Switzerland and South Korea.
❓ What is Egypt's toughest group match?
The opener against the hosts, the USA, will be Egypt's biggest challenge.
❓ How many teams qualify from the group?
The top two qualify directly, and the third-placed team may qualify as one of the 8 best third-placed teams.
❓ How can I follow the group matches with less buffering?
Get a strong IPTV subscription from ElbadrySat.
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