Argentina vs Egypt: How to Watch the World Cup Round of 16

Argentina enters the knockout stage riding an eight‑game winning streak against African opponents, while Egypt arrives on the back of a penalty‑shootout victory over Australia. The two nations have only met once before—a 2008 friendly won by Argentina without Lionel Messi due to injury. This matchup promises to be a test of Argentina’s dominance over African sides and Egypt’s quest for its deepest World Cup run ever.

Team Form and Historical Context

Argentina’s recent form includes a dramatic 3‑2 extra‑time win over Cape Verde, where Lionel Messi and Lisandro Martínez found the net before an own‑goal in the 111th minute sealed the victory. The team has already recorded two tournament wins against African opposition, a feat no other nation has matched in a single World Cup edition.

Egypt advanced through a tense 1‑1 draw with Australia, ultimately prevailing on penalties. Their only prior meeting with Argentina was a 2‑0 friendly win for the South Americans in 2008, a game Messi missed due to injury.

Star Players to Watch

• Lionel Messi – Argentina’s talismanic forward, crucial in the Cape Verde clash.
• Lisandro Martínez – Center‑back who netted a decisive goal against Cape Verde.
• Julián Álvarez – Forward who has been a constant threat in the tournament.
• Emiliano Martínez – Argentina’s goalkeeper, key in penalty situations.
• Mohamed Salah – Egypt’s flagship attacker, looking to make an impact.
• Omar Marmoush – Egyptian winger who shone in the group stage.
• Mostafa Mohamed – Forward providing firepower for Egypt.

Broadcast Details

Fans in Canada can tune into TSN1, TSN3, or TSN4 for the live coverage. Streaming is available through TSN’s dedicated platforms, and the channel can also be added via Prime Video for a comprehensive viewing experience.

Match Time and Location

The Round of 16 showdown kicks off Tuesday, July 7, at 12:00 p.m. ET at Mercedes‑Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. Local times for major North American zones are 11:00 a.m. Central, 10:00 a.m. Mountain, and 9:00 a.m. Pacific.

What This Game Means for Both Teams

A victory would bring Argentina closer to replicating Brazil’s back‑to‑back World Cup triumphs from 1958 and 1962. It would also extend their dominance over African nations, a streak no other team has broken in a single tournament. For Egypt, success would mark the deepest World Cup run in the program’s history, establishing a new benchmark for the nation’s football ambitions.

The match is just one of 104 games slated for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be held across 16 host cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, 2026. Stay tuned for the full schedule as the tournament expands to 48 teams.