Egypt will wear their traditional red kit when they face Australia in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after the pre-match technical meeting concluded ahead of Friday’s knockout clash.
The meeting confirmed that the Pharaohs will take to the field in red shirts, white shorts and black socks, while Australia will wear their customary yellow jerseys.
The highly anticipated encounter is scheduled to kick off at 9:00 p.m. Cairo time on Friday, with a place in the Round of 16 at stake.
Egypt head into the knockout fixture determined to extend their World Cup campaign after progressing from the group stage with a series of disciplined performances.
Preparations have intensified in the Pharaohs’ camp, with head coach Hossam Hassan and his technical staff focusing on the tactical challenge posed by the Socceroos.
The Egyptian coaching team has repeatedly reviewed Australia’s group-stage matches to analyse their strengths, identify potential weaknesses and finalise the tactical approach for the knockout encounter.
With both teams aiming to reach the last 16, Friday’s clash promises to be one of the standout fixtures of the Round of 32 as Egypt seek to continue their impressive run at the tournament.
