1 Overview
Group G marks the end of an era for Belgium. The golden generation that reached world number one has their last chance to win an important title. De Bruyne, Lukaku, and the veterans will play their last World Cup.
Egypt seeks redemption after years without World Cup qualification. With Salah leading, the Pharaohs are clear candidates for second place.
2 Team Analysis
Belgium (BEL)
The Red Devils arrive with pressure but also experience. It's now or never for a generation that has brushed glory without achieving it.
Strengths: Experience, elite individual talent, motivation.
Weaknesses: High average age, accumulated pressure, failures at key moments.
Egypt (EGY)
The Pharaohs return to a World Cup with Salah at his best.
Strengths: Salah as leader, defensive solidity, experience.
Iran (IRN)
Team Melli has recent World Cup history and quality players.
New Zealand (NZL)
The All Whites represent Oceania with pride.
3 Possible Surprises
Egypt has everything to be the group's surprise. With an inspired Salah, they can even fight for first place with Belgium.