Belgium vs. Egypt Highlights: Belgium Forces Draw Thanks To Lukaku's Late Sub

The two favorites to advance out of Group G weren't able to separate themselves from each other in their opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. 

Belgium and Egypt played to a 1-1 draw at Seattle Stadium on Monday. Egypt actually opened up the scoring. Emam Ashour scored in the 20th minute, giving Egypt a chance to possibly secure its first World Cup victory.

However, Belgium was able to even the match up in the second half. Seconds after Belgium star Romelu Lukaku subbed in, the Red Devils leveled the match as Lukaku essentially forced an own goal on a cross. 

Both Belgium and Egypt had chances in the ensuing 20-plus minutes, but neither was able to convert. As a result, they each walk away from Monday's match with a point. Belgium and Egypt will play their next Group G matches on Sunday, with the former taking on Iran and the latter facing New Zealand. 

Here are the top plays from Belgium vs. Egypt: