How to Watch Australia vs Egypt: World Cup 2026 Round of 32 Details
The Round of 32 clash between Australia and Egypt at the 2026 World Cup will take place at AT&T Stadium. The match is set for July 3, 2026, with kick-off scheduled at 19:00 local time.
Where to Watch
Fans can catch the action live on various broadcasters depending on their country. For example, viewers in Australia can watch via SBS, while those in Egypt will find coverage on beIN Sports. Other countries have access through channels like TSN in Canada, FOX Network in the USA, and ZDF in Germany.
Watching with a VPN
If your location restricts access or you face blackout rules, using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) might help. Services like ExpressVPN let you connect securely and change your virtual location to where the match streams live. This method can bypass regional blocks and let you watch safely from anywhere.
How to Use a VPN for This Match
- Sign up for a reliable VPN service such as ExpressVPN.
- Download and install the app on your device.
- Connect to a server in a country broadcasting the game.
- Clear your browser cache or cookies to update your location.
- Access the broadcaster’s website or app to start watching.
Viewing on Larger Screens
Watching the match on a big screen often feels better than on a phone or laptop. Many smart TVs and streaming devices support VPN apps directly. For those with Apple TV, Roku, or gaming consoles that don’t, options include using Smart DNS or casting the stream from a VPN-connected device.
Team News and Lineups
Australia Projected XI (5-4-1)
- Goalkeeper: Patrick Beach
- Defenders: Lucas Herrington, Harry Souttar, Alessandro Circati, Jordan Bos, Aziz Behich
- Midfielders: Aiden O’Neill, Jackson Irvine, Cristian Volpato, Connor Metcalfe
- Forward: Nestory Irankunda
Coach Tony Popovic will miss Jacob Italiano and Mathew Leckie due to injuries.
Egypt Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1)
- Goalkeeper: Mostafa Ahmed Shobeir
- Defenders: Karim Hafez, Yasser Ibrahim, Mohamed Hany, Hamdi Fathi
- Midfielders: Mostafa Ziko, Mahmoud Saber, Marwan Ateya, Emam Ashour, Mohamed Salah
- Forward: Omar Marmoush
Hossam Hassan’s side will be without Mohanad Lasheen due to suspension. Salah's participation remains uncertain after a recent hamstring injury.
Recent Form and Stats
Australia has one win, two draws, and two losses in their last five games, scoring four and conceding four goals. They secured their knockout spot after a goalless draw against Paraguay but suffered a 2-0 loss to the USA. Their lone victory came against Türkiye.
Egypt shares a similar record: one win, two draws, two losses, with five goals scored and four conceded. Their most recent match was a 1-1 draw with Iran, during which Mohamed Salah sustained a hamstring strain. Prior to that, they defeated New Zealand and drew with Belgium.
Head-to-Head
The teams have met only once before, in a friendly on November 17, 2010, where Egypt won 3-0. No other official matches between the nations are recorded.
Group Stage Summary
- Australia finished second in Group D.
- Egypt ended second in Group G.
