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An ancient Egyptian spell found on Tutankhamun’s gold mask was meant to protect him in the afterlife

Few artefacts capture the imagination quite like the gold funerary mask of Tutankhamun. Since its discovery in 1922, the dazzling masterpiece has become the defining symbol of ancient Egypt, recognised worldwide for its craftsmanship and royal splendour. Yet one of the mask's most remarkable secrets remains largely unseen. Hidden on…

The Times of India · Jun 16

Spain fails to impress in World Cup opener against Cape Verde as Sweden steamroll 5-1 past Tunisia

Spain, considered by many as one of the favourites to win the title, failed to impress in their opening match against Cape Verde, which ended in a nil-nil draw, as La Roja star Lamine Yamal remains sidelined with injury.

Euronews · Jun 16

FIFA World Cup 2026: Belgium plays 1-1 draw against Egypt as Lukaku forces own goal error from Hany

Egypt's bid for a first World Cup win was thwarted by Belgium. Emam Ashour scored early for Egypt. Romelu Lukaku came on and immediately forced an own goal to level the score. The match ended in a 1-1 draw. Mohamed Salah made a World Cup goal involvement on his birthday.

The Economic Times · Jun 16

Honours even after late Egypt own goal against Belgium

Belgium's greatest ever goalscorer has come off the bench and helped them earn a hard-fought draw against Egypt in both side's opening games at the World Cup.

AAP · Jun 15

Belgium 1-1 Egypt: Points shared in Group G opener as stubborn Pharaohs hold Red Devils to thrilling draw

Emam Ashour hit superb opener before second-half own goal levelled match

Evening Standard · Jun 15

Lukaku makes instant impact to force own goal and rescue draw for Belgium against Egypt

The Belgium forward was key off the bench as Mohamed Hany’s own goal cancelled out Emam Ashour’s opener for Egypt

The Guardian - UK · Jun 15

World Cup 2026: Belgium rescue point against Egypt in Group G thriller

Belgium's Romelo Lukaku came off the bench to help Belgium level against Egypt in a thrilling Group G clash at the Seattle Stadium on Monday, after midfielder Emam Ashour had put the Pharaohs ahead with a superb shot. The draw leaves the seven-time African champions still chasing their first victory…

France 24 · Jun 15

The Most Handsome Footballers At The World Cup, Including Trilingual King And Underwear Model

The World Cup is full of stunning goals, but these players are also scoring major points with fans online.

Bored Panda · Jun 15

World Cup 2026: Belgium salvage point against Egypt to spoil Salah's birthday

Belgium came from behind to secure a 1-1 draw with Egypt in their World Cup Group G opener at the Seattle Stadium on Monday, leaving Mohamed Salah's seven-time African champions still chasing their first victory on football's biggest stage. Read our blog to see how the match unfolded.

France 24 · Jun 15

Belgium vs. Egypt—World Cup: Live Score and Match Stats

The 14th game of the 2026 World Cup takes place at Seattle’s Lumen Field.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 15