ON Sport and DMC Sport broadcast Egypt matches free — no subscription needed for the Pharaohs. The Belgium opener at 21:00 EET is prime-time perfection. But the New Zealand and Iran matches at 03:00 and 05:00 are overnight ordeals. beIN Sports MENA (~$10-15/month) is only necessary for full tournament coverage.
Where to Watch: Free and Paid
- ON Sport — Free or basic cable. Egypt matches and selected tournament fixtures
- DMC Sport — Free or basic cable. Egypt matches with Egyptian Arabic commentary
- beIN Sports MENA — Paid (~$10-15/month). All 104 matches with Arabic commentary via satellite
- TOD (beIN streaming) — beIN’s streaming platform. ~$10-15/month. Works on mobile, Smart TV, and web browser
When to Watch: Kickoff Times in Egypt
Egypt uses EET (UTC+2, no DST since 2014):
| US Kickoff (ET) | Local Time (EET) | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00 AM ET | 17:00 | Late afternoon — comfortable |
| 2:00 PM ET | 20:00 | Prime evening — perfect |
| 5:00 PM ET | 23:00 | Late night — manageable |
| 8:00 PM ET | 02:00 (+1 day) | Deep night — tough |
Egypt’s Group G Schedule (local time):
| Match | Date / Local Time | City |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt vs Belgium | June 15 / 21:00 EET | Seattle |
| Egypt vs New Zealand | June 22 / 03:00 EET | Vancouver |
| Egypt vs Iran | June 27 / 05:00 EET | Seattle |
The Belgium match at 21:00 is ideal — dinner, then football. The New Zealand and Iran matches at 03:00 and 05:00 will require serious dedication or alarm clocks.
Must-Watch Matches
- Final — July 19, MetLife Stadium. Local time: 22:00 EET
- Semifinals — July 14-15. Local time: 22:00-02:00 EET
- Egypt vs Belgium — Group G opener, June 15. Mo Salah vs Kevin De Bruyne under Seattle lights. Local time: 21:00 EET — prime time in Cairo
FAQ
Can I watch Egypt matches for free? Yes. ON Sport and DMC Sport broadcast Egypt matches free or on basic cable/satellite packages that most Egyptian households already have.
What time do Egypt’s matches kick off in Cairo? 21:00 EET vs Belgium (prime time), 03:00 EET vs New Zealand, and 05:00 EET vs Iran. One great slot, two brutal ones.
Is beIN Sports worth it in Egypt? Only if you want all 104 matches. At ~$10-15/month via TOD streaming, it covers the full tournament. Free TV handles Egypt’s own matches.