World Cup 2026: Egypt wins first-ever knockout round match after penalty shootout with Australia

World Cup 2026: Egypt wins first-ever knockout round match after penalty shootout with Australia

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Key Points:

  • Egypt defeated Australia in the World Cup Round of 32 via penalty kicks, with Hossam Abdelmaguid converting the decisive fourth penalty to secure the victory.
  • This win marks Egypt's first-ever victory in a World Cup knockout round, having previously never won in three prior tournament appearances.
  • The match ended 1-1 after 120 minutes, with goals from Emam Ashour for Egypt and an own goal by Egypt's Mohamed Hany for Australia; Hany has now scored two own goals in the tournament.
  • Despite Australia's goalkeeper change before penalties, Egypt scored all four of their spot-kicks, while Australia missed two attempts, allowing Egypt to advance.
  • Egypt will face the winner of the Argentina vs. Cape Verde match in the Round of 16 in Atlanta on Tuesday.

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