Belgium's de Bruyne relishes veteran status, match-up with Premier League rival Salah ahead of WC opener against Egypt

Belgium star Kevin De Bruyne is relishing the prospect of facing Premier League rival Mohamed Salah when Belgium kicks off its World Cup campaign against Egypt. The midfielder acknowledged his role as a veteran within the Belgian squad as they prepare for their opening match.

De Bruyne, a key player for Manchester City, sees the encounter with Salah, Liverpool's star forward, as a significant personal and professional matchup. Both players are accustomed to competing at the highest level in the English Premier League, and their World Cup clash promises to be a highlight of the early stages of the tournament.

As Belgium aims for a strong showing in the World Cup, De Bruyne's leadership and experience will be crucial. The team's journey begins with this challenging fixture against an Egyptian side also boasting significant attacking talent, setting the stage for an intriguing contest between two of Africa and Europe's top footballing nations.

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Ahead of his side's FIFA World Cup campaign opener against Egypt, Belgium star Kevin de Bruyne relished the chance of playing against former...