Australia and Egypt will meet in a round-of-32 World Cup 2026 clash at AT&T Stadium in Arlington after both teams finished second in their respective groups.
The Socceroos began their campaign with an emphatic 2-0 win over Turkey, but then fell to a limp defeat by co-hosts USA. A draw against Paraguay was enough to secure a place in the knockout stages for the third time. Tony Popovic’s side have looked at their best as he has unleashed 20-year-old Watford striker Nestory Irankunda, while Harry Souttar will once again lead the back three. Jacob Italiano and Mathew Leckie are injured.
Egypt, meanwhile, were second in Group G on goal difference after picking up five points from three games. After a 1-1 draw with Belgium, the Pharaohs beat New Zealand 3-1 – their first win in World Cup history – before another 1-1 draw with Iran secured an all-time knockout spot. Much will depend on Mohamed Salah, although the Liverpool star is one of a number of injury doubts after picking up a hamstring problem. Mohanad Lasheen will definitely miss out on ban.
One side will make history as neither has won a knockout match before. The winner will face Argentina or Cape Verde, who play later today.
So read on as we show you exactly how to watch Australia vs Egypt for free from anywhere in FIFA World Cup 2026.
How to watch Australia vs Egypt for free
Australia vs Egypt is available to watch for free in several countries, including the UK, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.
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How to watch Australia vs Egypt in USA
American viewers can watch Australia vs Egypt on Fox and Telemundo (Spanish communication).
You can watch all World Cup games on Fox, FS1 and Telemundo, which are available on cord cutters such as YouTube TV (free trial), Hulu+Live TV, Sling (selected markets), Fubo or DirecTV.
Those looking for a streaming service instead can watch Australia vs Egypt Fox One (3-day free trial). Telemundo is available via Peacock likewise.
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How to watch Australia vs Egypt in the UK
UK customers are in luck as they can stream Australia vs Egypt free on BBC iPlayer. Live coverage is also available at BBC One TV channel.
You require a TV license and a valid UK postcode for an account (eg SE1 7PB).
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How to watch Australia vs Egypt in Australia
Australia vs Egypt will be shown for free in Australia on SBS On Demand.
The streaming platform has every game in the tournament for free, making it the perfect place for your World Cup viewing.
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How to watch Australia vs Egypt in Canada
In Canada, TSN will broadcast Australia vs Egypt.
You can stream live via TSN+ streaming platform, which costs $80 per month or $80 per year.
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Australia vs Egypt: Match Information
When does Australia vs Egypt start?
Australia vs Egypt starts at 7pm BST / 2pm ET on Friday 3 July. It is at 04:00 AEST Saturday 4th July in Australia.
What are the squads for Australia vs Egypt?
Australia
Goalkeepers: Mathew Ryan (Levante), Paul Izzo (Randers), Patrick Beach (Melbourne City)
Defenders: Jordan Bos (Feyenoord), Aziz Behich (Melbourne City), Harry Souttar (Leicester), Alessandro Circati (Parma), Lucas Herrington (Colorado Rapids), Cameron Burgess (Swansea), Kai Trewin (New York City FC), Milos Degenek (Apoel Nicosia), Jason Geria (Albirex Niigata), Jacob Geria (AK)
Midfielders: Jackson Irvine (St. Pauli), Aiden O’Neill (New York City FC), Paul Okon Jr (Sydney FC), Cameron Devlin (Heart of Midlothian)
Extenders: Connor Metcalfe (St. Pauli), Mathew Leckie (Melbourne City), Nishan Velupillay (Melbourne Victory), Cristian Volpato (Sassuolo), Nestory Irankunda (Watford), Awer Mabil (Castellón), Ajdin Hrustic (Heracles Almelo), Mohamed Toure (Norwich), Tete Yengi (Machida Zelvia)
Egypt
Goalkeepers: Mohamed El Shenawy (Al Ahly), Mostafa Shobeir (Al Ahly), El Mahdi Soliman (Zamalek), Mohamed Alaa (El Gouna)
Defenders: Mohamed Hany (Al Ahly), Tarek Alaa (Zed), Hamdy Fathy (Al Wakrah), Rami Rabia (Al Ain), Yasser Ibrahim (Al Ahly), Hossam Abdelmaguid (Zamalek), Mohamed Abdelmonemn (Nice), Ahmed Fatouh (Zamalek), Karim Hafez (The Pyramids)
Midfielders: Marwan Ateya (Al Ahly), Mohanad Lasheen (Pyramids), Nabil Emad (Al Najma), Mahmoud Saber (Zed), Ahmed Zizo (Al Ahly), Emam Ashour (Al Ahly), Mostafa Ziko (Pyramids), Mahmoud Trezeguet (Al Ahly), Ibrahim Adel (North Zealand) (Re Haissem Hassanland)
Extenders: Omar Marmoush (Manchester City), Mohamed Salah (Liverpool), Aqtay Abdallah (Enppi), Hamza Abdelkarim (Barcelona)
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Group D: 2nd, 4 points |
Group G: 2nd, 5 points |
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