The 2026 World Cup features the largest-ever Arab presence with eight teams: Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Iraq and Jordan. Here are the opening fixtures for the leading Arab sides.
Opening fixtures (Saudi time)
- Qatar vs Switzerland — Saturday June 13, 10 p.m.
- Morocco vs Brazil — early Sunday June 14, 1 a.m. — a blockbuster against a world giant.
- Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay — Monday June 15, 1 a.m. — a tough test for the Green Falcons.
- Egypt vs Belgium — Monday June 15, 10 p.m. — the Pharaohs return against a strong side.
The remaining Arab teams (Tunisia, Algeria, Iraq, Jordan) play in the opening days, with times to follow on Malaab Al-An.
Tough opening tests
Several Arab teams face heavyweight opponents early — notably Morocco vs Brazil and Egypt vs Belgium — a chance to show the world how far Arab football has come.
Ambition beyond participation
The goal is no longer just to take part but to clear the group stage in an expanded format offering more qualification spots, building on Morocco's 2022 semi-final run and Saudi Arabia's win over Argentina.
How many Arab teams are at the 2026 World Cup?
Eight: Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Iraq and Jordan.
Follow all Arab teams at the 2026 World Cup on Malaab Al-An.