Egypt Stun Australia in Penalty Shootout to Reach Round of 16 for First Time in 92 Years
Egypt has secured a historic victory in the FIFA World Cup, defeating Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout in Dallas to advance to the Round of 16. The Pharaohs will face either defending champions Argentina or Cape Verde in the next round.
The match began with a near-miss for Australia, as Cristian Volpato's long-range effort clipped the top of the bar. Egypt took the lead in the 13th minute, with Emam Ashour scoring from Karim Hafez's cross. Despite Australia's attempts to settle into the game, Egypt dominated possession and created more scoring opportunities.
In the second half, Australia equalized with an own goal from Mohamed Hany, but clear-cut chances were scarce until Egypt applied late pressure on the Socceroos' goal. The match went into extra time, with neither team able to break the deadlock.
In the penalty shootout, Egypt took an early advantage after Harry Souttar missed the first spot-kick. Mohamed Salah's audacious Panenka penalty epitomized Egypt's confidence, and Hossam Abdelmaguid sealed the win after Lucas Herrington missed for Australia.
Egypt's victory marks their first-ever win in a FIFA World Cup knockout match. The team will now face a tough test in the Round of 16, with the 2026 World Cup continuing until July 19th in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
The match began with a near-miss for Australia, as Cristian Volpato's long-range effort clipped the top of the bar. Egypt took the lead in the 13th minute, with Emam Ashour scoring from Karim Hafez's cross. Despite Australia's attempts to settle into the game, Egypt dominated possession and created more scoring opportunities.
In the second half, Australia equalized with an own goal from Mohamed Hany, but clear-cut chances were scarce until Egypt applied late pressure on the Socceroos' goal. The match went into extra time, with neither team able to break the deadlock.
In the penalty shootout, Egypt took an early advantage after Harry Souttar missed the first spot-kick. Mohamed Salah's audacious Panenka penalty epitomized Egypt's confidence, and Hossam Abdelmaguid sealed the win after Lucas Herrington missed for Australia.
Egypt's victory marks their first-ever win in a FIFA World Cup knockout match. The team will now face a tough test in the Round of 16, with the 2026 World Cup continuing until July 19th in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
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