Argentina vs Egypt Stats, Match Statistics, xG & Player Data
(Atlanta)
Argentina vs Egypt stats frame a World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match at Atlanta Stadium, where the Argentina national football team face the Egypt national football team on 7 July 2026. Argentina bring the tournament’s strongest player data through Lionel Messi, while Egypt bring Mohamed Salah, higher chance creation, and momentum from a penalty-shootout win over Australia. The matchup asks whether Argentina’s finishing power can control a game where Egypt’s shot and chance volume is real.
Argentina World Cup 2026 squad and fixtures show the defending champions moving past Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time in the Round of 32. Egypt World Cup 2026 squad and fixtures show a side that advanced past Australia after a 1-1 draw and penalties. The World Cup 2026 Round of 16 bracket sends the winner toward Switzerland or Colombia.
The match is scheduled for 12:00 PM ET at Atlanta Stadium, which is 16:00 UTC on 7 July. It belongs in the World Cup 2026 stats and records tracker because FOX public data gives Argentina the goals, xG, and defensive edge, while Egypt lead in shots and chances created. Full match stats should replace these pre-match averages after the official event feed closes.
Argentina vs Egypt Stats – Match Statistics Overview
Argentina enter with 2.8 goals per game, 1.7 xG, 13.8 shots, 65% average possession, and 6.5 chances created per game in FOX’s public matchup data. Their attack has converted well, but Cape Verde exposed pressure points in the Round of 32. Argentina still carry the strongest individual profile because Messi leads the FOX data in goals, shots on goal, xG, rating, and player-of-the-match markers.
Egypt enter with 1.5 goals per game, 1.4 xG, 15.3 shots, 62% average possession, and 10.5 chances created per game. Those numbers show an underdog that can create volume rather than sit deep for long spells. Egypt’s challenge is turning that volume into cleaner chances against a side that allows only 0.8 goals per game.
Argentina vs Egypt Stats Snapshot
The snapshot uses verified public pre-match data because the official live-event feed has not opened yet. Argentina lead in FIFA ranking, goals, xG, possession, goals against, and clean sheets. Egypt lead in shots, chances created, and goalkeeper save marker, which makes shot quality the core question.
| Stat | Argentina | Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 1 | 29 |
| Goals Per Match | 2.8 | 1.5 |
| xG Per Match | 1.7 | 1.4 |
| Goals Against Per Match | 0.8 | 1.0 |
| Shots Per Match | 13.8 | 15.3 |
| Average Possession | 65% | 62% |
| Chances Created Avg | 6.5 | 10.5 |
Attacking Stats Comparison
Argentina have the stronger scoring base before kickoff. Their 2.8 goals per game and 1.7 xG show a side converting chances at a high level. Messi leads Argentina with seven goals, 13 shots on goal, and 3.7 xG in FOX’s player leaders.
Egypt’s attack has a different profile. FOX lists Egypt with more shots and more chances created than Argentina, while Emam Ashour leads their goals marker with two. Salah leads Egypt’s assists marker with two and shots-on-goal marker with four, so Argentina cannot defend only the central lane.
| Attack Stat | Argentina | Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Per Match | 2.8 | 1.5 |
| Expected Goals Avg | 1.7 | 1.4 |
| Shots Per Match | 13.8 | 15.3 |
| Top Scorer | Lionel Messi, 7 | Emam Ashour, 2 |
| Chances Created Avg | 6.5 | 10.5 |
| Shot Conversion | 20% | 10% |
| xG Leader | Lionel Messi, 3.7 | Omar Marmoush, 0.9 |
Defensive Stats Comparison
Argentina hold the better defensive team number. FOX lists Argentina at 0.8 goals against per game, with Emiliano Martinez carrying two clean sheets. That gives Argentina a small but useful base if Egypt stretch the match through Salah and Marmoush.
Egypt’s keeper data shows a team that has had to absorb pressure. Mostafa Shoubir leads Egypt with a 21 keeper-save marker, while FOX lists Egypt at 1.0 goals against per game and no clean sheets. Egypt need that goalkeeper form because Argentina’s best chances have carried high finishing value.
| Defensive Stat | Argentina | Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Against Per Match | 0.8 | 1.0 |
| Keeper Clean Sheets | Emiliano Martinez, 2 | Mostafa Shoubir, 0 |
| Keeper Save Marker | Emiliano Martinez, 12% | Mostafa Shoubir, 21% |
| Full Tackles Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Full Interceptions Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Full Clearances Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Passing and Possession Analysis
The possession comparison leans slightly toward Argentina. FOX lists Argentina at 65% average possession and Egypt at 62%, while the card normalizes the rounded values to a 51-49 visual split. Argentina’s advantage comes from control and finishing rather than overwhelming chance volume.
Egypt can make the game uncomfortable if they turn possession into fast wide attacks. Salah’s assist and shots-on-goal data gives Egypt a direct route into the box. Argentina need Enzo Fernandez, Rodrigo De Paul, and Alexis Mac Allister to keep the first pass clean after Egypt press.
| Passing Stat | Argentina | Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| Average Possession | 65% | 62% |
| Card Possession Share | 51% | 49% |
| Chances Created Avg | 6.5 | 10.5 |
| Passes Per Match | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Pass Accuracy | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Crosses Avg | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Key Player Statistics
Messi gives Argentina the clearest statistical profile in this Round of 16 tie. FOX lists him with seven goals, 13 shots on goal, 3.7 xG, an 8.5 rating, and three player-of-the-match markers. Egypt have to reduce his first touch near the box because Argentina’s attack is most dangerous when he receives facing goal.
Egypt’s leaders give them several routes into the match. Ashour leads the goals marker, Salah leads assists and shots on goal, and Marmoush leads Egypt’s xG marker at 0.9. Shoubir’s save marker also matters because Egypt may need several stops to stay level through the first hour.
| Player | Team | Key Data |
|---|---|---|
| Lionel Messi | Argentina | 7 goals, 13 shots on goal, 3.7 xG |
| Lisandro Martinez | Argentina | 1 assist in FOX leaders |
| Emiliano Martinez | Argentina | 12% keeper-save marker, 2 clean sheets |
| Emam Ashour | Egypt | 2 goals in FOX leaders |
| Mohamed Salah | Egypt | 2 assists, 4 shots on goal, 1 POTM marker |
| Omar Marmoush | Egypt | 0.9 xG in FOX leaders |
Expected Goals Analysis
The xG comparison gives Argentina a measurable edge. FOX lists Argentina at 1.7 xG per game and Egypt at 1.4 xG per game. Argentina’s edge becomes larger when player xG enters the picture because Messi alone carries 3.7 xG in the tournament leaders.
Egypt’s xG case depends on shot volume and second balls. They create more chances per game than Argentina, but their conversion rate sits lower. The full-time update should separate open-play xG, set-piece xG, blocked attempts, goalkeeper saves, and shot locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Argentina vs Egypt?
Argentina vs Egypt is scheduled for 7 July 2026 at 12:00 PM ET. FIFA lists the kickoff as 16:00 UTC at Atlanta Stadium.
What are the Argentina vs Egypt xG stats?
Before kickoff, FOX lists Argentina at 1.7 xG per game and Egypt at 1.4 xG per game. Argentina have the stronger chance-quality average.
Who has the better attacking stats?
Argentina lead in goals per game and xG. Egypt lead in shots and chances created, so their attacking case depends on volume.
Which players lead the key stats?
Lionel Messi leads Argentina with seven goals, 13 shots on goal, and 3.7 xG. Emam Ashour and Mohamed Salah lead Egypt’s key scoring and assist markers.
Will the stats update after full time?
Yes. Full match stats, xG, shots, possession, player data, and event details should replace the pre-match averages after the official feed closes.
Argentina vs Egypt stats give Argentina the ranking, goals, xG, and defensive edge before kickoff.
Egypt need Salah, Marmoush, Ashour, and Shoubir to turn shot volume into better chances and keep the tie alive.
The full-time update should focus on whether Messi’s finishing control wins, or Egypt’s volume forces a late knockout problem.
