Why this call

Belgium boasts a significantly stronger squad with world-class players like Courtois, De Bruyne, Lukaku, Doku, and Trossard, representing a clear quality gap over Egypt. Egypt does possess dangerous attackers in Salah and Marmoush who can threaten any defense, keeping this from being a one-sided contest. No recent results are available for either side, but Belgium's squad depth and European top-flight pedigree give them a substantial advantage. There is no head-to-head history to reference. Belgium should control the match and convert chances, but Salah's individual brilliance means Egypt could grab a goal, making an over 2.5 outcome plausible.