Egypt's unforgettable FIFA World Cup journey now heads east as the Pharaohs prepare to leave Dallas for Atlanta, where they will face the winner of Argentina and Cape Verde in the Round of 16.

The trip covers approximately 1,180 kilometers by air and takes less than two hours by plane, but the challenge awaiting Egypt extends far beyond the journey itself.

The Home of Champions

Egypt's next World Cup match will be played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, one of the most advanced sporting venues in the world.

Opened in 2017, the stadium is home to the NFL's Atlanta Falcons and Major League Soccer side Atlanta United, and has become one of the United States' premier venues for major sporting events.

A Stadium Like No Other

Mercedes-Benz Stadium is famous for its spectacular retractable roof, which opens and closes in the shape of a camera shutter, creating one of the most distinctive skylines in modern sports architecture.

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Inside, fans are greeted by the enormous 360-degree "Halo" video board that circles the roof, delivering one of the most immersive viewing experiences in world sport.

The stadium can host more than 71,000 spectators for football matches, with the capacity expandable for major international events.

A World Cup Landmark

The venue plays a major role in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosting multiple matches throughout the tournament, including a Round of 16 fixture and one of the tournament's semi-finals.

Now, it is set to welcome Egypt for what could become one of the greatest nights in the nation's football history.

History Beckons

After overcoming Australia to reach the knockout stages, Egypt now stands just one victory away from an unprecedented place in the World Cup quarter-finals.

Whether the opponent is Argentina or Cape Verde, the next chapter of Egypt's remarkable journey will unfold under the iconic roof of one of the world's most spectacular stadiums.