Australia vs Egypt: World Cup Round of 32 Preview

Australia face Egypt at AT&T Stadium in Dallas on 3 July 2026 in a World Cup Round of 32 tie, with both sides arriving from solid group campaigns. Australia advanced from Group D with 4 points and a neutral goal difference, while Egypt came through Group G unbeaten with 5 points and a +2 goal differential.

Team News

For Australia, there are no listed injuries or suspensions, so the full 26-man squad is expected to be available. That includes experienced figures such as Mathew Ryan in goal and creative options like Ajdin Hrustic and Mathew Leckie, giving the coach maximum flexibility in both shape and selection.

Egypt have one confirmed absentee. Hamdi Fathy (Muscle Bruise) is sidelined. The 31‑year‑old, listed as a defender, offers defensive solidity and experience, so his absence slightly thins Egypt’s options in protecting the back line and screening midfield zones.

Attacking Options

In terms of attacking output, Australia do not lose any of their forwards or advanced midfielders to injury or suspension here, preserving their full range of offensive weapons. Egypt, meanwhile, retain their primary creative force: Mohamed Salah, who has contributed 1 goal and 2 assists across 3 appearances with 11 key passes and 3 shots on target. With Salah available and only Hamdi Fathy sidelined, Egypt’s attacking structure remains largely intact despite the defensive setback.