Belgium’s Jeremy Doku Likely to Play Against Egypt in World Cup Opener

egypt-can-advance-from-world-cup-group-stage/">Belgium’s national team received a morale boost ahead of their highly anticipated match against Egypt in the opening game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Recent reports indicate positive developments regarding the condition of star player Jeremy Doku.

The tournament, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will run from June 11 to July 19, featuring a record 48 teams for the first time.

According to Belgian network RTBF, Doku sustained a minor injury during a training session on Wednesday. However, initial assessments revealed no serious damage, with the player only experiencing slight discomfort.

The report further noted that Doku left the training session after approximately 50 minutes as a precautionary measure, but his chances of participating in the match against Egypt remain high.

Doku is considered one of Belgium’s key attacking assets, making his readiness an important factor for the coaching staff as they prepare for the tournament.

Egypt will compete in Group G of the World Cup alongside Belgium, Iran, and New Zealand, aiming for a strong start in their campaign.