The much-anticipated friendly match between Egypt and Russia is set to captivate football fans on 28 May 2026. This encounter offers an exciting opportunity to see how both teams are shaping up as they test their squads in preparation for future competitive fixtures. Egypt has shown a mixed form in recent friendlies, including a notable 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia.
Meanwhile, Russia’s recent performances have been steady, with a comprehensive 3-1 win against Nicaragua. Fans should be thrilled to see how these two teams, with their contrasting styles, will fare against each other, especially given their last competitive meeting in the 2018 World Cup where Russia triumphed 3-1.
Egypt – Russia: When and Where?
- City: Not available
- Stadium: Not available
- Date: 28 May 2026
- Hour: 20:00
The friendly match between Egypt and Russia will take place on 28 May 2026, kicking off at 20:00. While the exact city and stadium are not specified, fans should ensure they are prepared to witness what promises to be a thrilling encounter.
Friendlies
May 28, 2026
8:00 pm
Egypt – Russia: On Which TV Channel?
- Channel: SABC
- Broadcast time: 10:00 AM SAST
South African viewers can catch the live action on SABC, the official broadcaster for this match. The game will be available at 10:00 AM South African Standard Time (SAST). For those keen on watching, tuning into SABC or checking their online streaming options is recommended. Remember to verify the broadcast schedule closer to the match date via Live Soccer to ensure accuracy.
Egypt – Russia: Predicted Lineups
Both teams will head into this friendly to experiment with tactics and player combinations. Egypt will be keen to build on their recent performances. Yet, injuries may impact their squad, with key players like Karim Fouad and Mohamed Hamdi sidelined. Russia, having no reported injuries, will look to field a strong lineup aiming to continue their steady form seen in recent friendlies.
Egypt Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Egypt’s lineup remains uncertain due to injuries affecting several players. Key absences include Karim Fouad (knee injury) and Mohamed Hamdi (cruciate ligament injury). These injuries could compel Egypt’s coach to test new formations and player roles.
- Egypt predicted lineup: El Shenawy; Hany, Fathy, Ibrahim, Fotouh; Lasheen, Ateya; Salah, Ashour, Trezeguet; Marmoush
- Egypt injuries and suspensions: Karim Fouad, Mohamed Hamdi, Mohamed Abdelmonem, Mostafa Fathi, Mohamed Ismail
Russia Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Russia enters this match without any reported injuries, allowing them to field a robust lineup. This could be an opportunity for the coach to give playing time to emerging talents while maintaining the core team’s structure.
- Russia predicted lineup: Agkatsev; Vakhaniya, Silyanov, Melyokhin, Krugovoy; Oblyakov, Kislyak, Barinov; Glushenkov, Sergeyev, Golovin
- Russia injuries and suspensions: None
 Karim Fouad knee-injury Early May 2026 |
 Mohamed Hamdi cruciate-ligament-injury Unknown |
Mohamed Abdelmonem muscle-injury About 1-2 weeks |
Mostafa Fathi muscle-injury Early June 2026 |
Mohamed Ismail muscle-injury Mid June 2026 |
No injuries or suspensions reported. |
This friendly fixture promises to offer a fascinating glimpse into the strategies and player form of both nations as they gear up for future challenges.
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