These Egyptian Artists Are Bringing Their Vision to the World Cup

As our journey through the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues, Egyptian artists are already shaping how the country's football story is being told through illustration, design and visual storytelling. Art brings together a selection of creatives whose work celebrates Egypt's culture, identity and passion for the game.

Amira Tanany

Illustrator Amira El Tannay was selected to create Egypt's artwork for Sports Illustrated's ambitious '48 Countries, 48 Covers' World Cup project, which paired one artist with each participating nation to celebrate the cultural heartbeat of football around the world.

Her illustration beautifully captures the spirit of the classic Egyptian ahwa, where football is a shared ritual that brings communities us all together. El Tannay perfectly encapsulates the warmth, nostalgia and unmistakable heart of Egyptian culture.

Essam ElSaadany

Essam ElSaadany reimagined Egypt through a bold visual language rooted in both history and the present for FOX Sports' Global Artist Series, which also enlisted 48 artists to represent their nations competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He layers vivid colour palettes with Pharaonic iconography, weaving together ancient symbolism and modern illustration,

Eslam Taman

In his World Cup-inspired artwork, Eslam Tanam places Egypt's footballers at the heart of the piece while grounding them in the country's ancient legacy. Dynamic player portraits with Pharaonic motifs and timeless Egyptian symbolism connect today's sporting heroes with thousands of years of history.

Paperjam

Paperjam takes a more emotional approach, leaning into a sense of innocence and hope that shines through a simple yet powerful style. It is made even more moving by using "Ya Masr, bete3meliha ezay?", capturing the warmth, optimism, and shared pride that football brings to Egyptians across generations.

Mohamed Hannoura

Using familiar Egyptian symbols and cultural references, Hannoura's artwork feels deeply connected to the country's identity while still looking modern. Full of colour and character, it celebrates Egypt in a way that feels warm, lively, and instantly recognizable.

Hany Rashed

Hany Rashed takes a lighter, more playful approach, using internet humour and meme culture we all know and love to capture the emotional rollercoaster of an Egyptian World Cup run. It's a fun reminder that football in Egypt is just as much about the shared emotions as it is about the game itself.