Argentina vs Egypt Round of 16: Date, Time & TV Channels
Argentina face Egypt on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, with kickoff at 5:00 PM Marrakesh/UK time (12:00 PM ET). The World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash will air on ITV1 in the UK, Fox in the US, and beIN Sports in the Middle East.
When Is Argentina vs Egypt and What Time Does It Start?
Lionel Messi’s Argentina, the defending champions, resume their World Cup title defense against Egypt in this Round of 16 tie at Atlanta Stadium. The match kicks off at 12:00 local Atlanta time, 1:00 PM Buenos Aires time, and 7:00 PM Cairo time.
Which Channel Broadcasts Argentina vs Egypt?
Coverage varies widely by region, with free-to-air and pay-TV options available for most global audiences. beIN Sports holds Middle East and North Africa broadcast rights, making it the go-to channel for viewers in Marrakesh and across Morocco
Context and Background
Both teams arrived at this stage after dramatic Round of 32 contests, with Argentina looking notably vulnerable in their previous knockout outing. The match will be officiated by French referee François Letexier at the 71,000-capacity Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.standard.co+1
For readers tracking Morocco’s own World Cup run under coach Walid Regragui, this Round of 16 fixture sits alongside a broader knockout bracket that has already eliminated several traditional powers, including Brazil and Mexico. Fans following the full World Cup 2026 Round of 16 schedule can track how Argentina’s path compares to other quarterfinal hopefuls.
What Happens Next?
The winner of Argentina vs Egypt advances directly to the World Cup quarterfinals, moving one step closer to a place in the final four. Argentina, chasing back-to-back titles after their 2022 triumph, will face increased pressure given recent defensive lapses noted by British outlets.
