Date for first league break due to Egypt national team
The Egypt national team, led by Hossam Hassan, awaits its first gathering after the end of the 2026 World Cup, preparing for African Cup of Nations 2027 qualifying matches, with September international break first, after CAF decided to extend break period to 17 days, from 21 September to 6 October 2026.
What happens in September?
The Egypt national team will play official matches in September in the African Cup of Nations 2027 qualifying matches, which will be the first appearance of the Pharaohs after the end of the 2026 World Cup.
Match schedule for Egypt national team in African Cup of Nations qualifying matches
- Round 1: Angola - Round 2: South Sudan From 21 September to 6 October 2026 - Round 3: Malawi - Round 4: Malawi From 9 to 17 November 2026 - Round 5: Angola - Round 6: South Sudan From 22 to 30 March 2027
Date for start of African Cup of Nations 2027
The Egypt national team will start its qualifying matches for the African Cup of Nations 2027 in September, and will play official matches in October.
Qualifying system for African Cup of Nations 2027
The 48 participating teams will be divided into 12 groups, each containing four teams.
What comes next?
The Egypt national team will play official matches in September in the African Cup of Nations 2027 qualifying matches, which will be the first appearance of the Pharaohs after the end of the 2026 World Cup.
Currently
The Egypt national team is currently in second place in the 2026 World Cup, with seven points from three matches, and their last results were a 3-2 loss to Argentina on 7 July 2026.
Recent results for Egypt national team
- Recent form (last 5): 1W-3D-1L (LDDWD, most recent first)
- Goals this season: 5 scored, 3 conceded (+2 goal difference)
