Egypt became the second team from Africa to book their place in Russia, topping Group E with a game to spare, to make their first appearance at the tournament for 28 years.
FIFA Ranking: 31
Continent: Africa World Cup
History: Qualifying
Campaigns: 13
First stage appearances: 2
Semi finals appearances: 0
Finals: 0
Titles: 0
First World Cup: 1934
Last World Cup: 1990
Best outing: First round
Key Player: MOHAMED SALAH
Salah will hope to replicate the form that saw him win the golden boot in the just concluded Premier League season when the world cup finals begin
MATCHES
June 15: EGYPT vs URUGUAY
June 19: RUSSIA vs EGYPT
June 25: SAUDI ARABIA vs EGYPT
