How to Watch Argentina vs. Egypt: World Cup Round of 16 Details
The battle to stay alive in the World Cup continues as Argentina takes on Egypt in the Round of 16. Here’s what you need to catch this exciting matchup live, including broadcast details and kickoff timing.
Match Preview
Argentina edged past Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time in a thrilling Round of 32 encounter. Lionel Messi and Lisandro Martínez scored, with a critical own goal in the 111th minute deciding the match. Egypt advanced by defeating Australia on penalties following a 1-1 draw.
A win for Argentina would bring them within three victories of becoming the first team since Brazil in 1958 and 1962 to claim back-to-back World Cup titles. For Egypt, a victory would be their best-ever run in World Cup history.
Argentina holds an eight-game winning streak against African teams at the World Cup, including two wins in this tournament. No nation has beaten three African sides in a single World Cup before. The two teams have met once previously — a 2008 friendly that Argentina won 2-0 without Messi.
Watch key players like Julián Álvarez and Emiliano Martínez for Argentina, and Mohamed Salah, Omar Marmoush, and Mostafa Mohamed for Egypt.
Where to Watch
- TV Channel: TSN1, TSN3, TSN4
- Live Stream: TSN via Prime Video, TSN+
The match is available on TSN channels across Canada, with streaming accessible through TSN's platforms or as an add-on subscription via Prime Video.
Kickoff Time
The match kicks off on Tuesday, July 7, at 12 p.m. Eastern Time at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
Other Matches on July 7 (Eastern Time)
- Argentina vs. Egypt: 12 p.m.
- Switzerland vs. Colombia: 4 p.m.
2026 FIFA World Cup Overview
When and Where
The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, marking the first time it will be hosted by three countries simultaneously: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Sixteen cities across these nations will stage matches, including Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle, Toronto, Vancouver, Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey.
Teams and Format
The 2026 World Cup expands to include 48 teams, up from 32, meaning more games and more knockout rounds. Teams range from traditional powerhouses like Brazil, Germany, and France to nations like Cape Verde and Curaçao. This expansion brings a new dynamic to the event.
Number of Matches and Final
The tournament will feature 104 matches in total. The final is set for Sunday, July 19, 2026, at the New York-New Jersey Stadium, also known as MetLife Stadium.
Match Start Times
Kickoff times vary based on location and round. Given the spread across multiple time zones in North America, viewers should consult official schedules to confirm local start times.
