Belgium defender Koni De Winter has issued a warning ahead of the national team’s 2026 World Cup opener against Egypt, stressing the importance of respecting the match conditions and staying fully focused.
Belgium are set to face Egypt on June 15 in Seattle in Group G, which also includes Iran and New Zealand, making the opening fixture an important early step in the qualification race.
According to Belgian reports, De Winter’s message centered on the need for players to accept the tournament environment and adapt to different conditions, especially amid wider discussion about weather and heat at the 2026 edition.
Belgium enter the tournament with a squad mixing experience and younger talent, while Egypt will rely on a strong group led by Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush, setting up a demanding test for both sides.