Egypt Beats Australia 4-2 on Penalties for First World Cup Knockout Win
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Updated · ESPN · Jul 3
Egypt Beats Australia 4-2 on Penalties for First World Cup Knockout Win
3 articles · Updated · ESPN · Jul 3
Summary
Hossam Abdelmaguid buried the decisive spot kick after Egypt converted all four penalties and Australia missed twice, sealing a 4-2 shootout win after a 1-1 draw through extra time.
Mohamed Salah chipped his penalty down the middle, while Harry Souttar and Lucas Herrington failed from the spot for Australia after coach Tony Popovich replaced starter Patrick Beach with veteran Mathew Ryan just before the shootout.
Emam Ashour gave Egypt a 13th-minute lead, but Mohamed Hany's own goal leveled the match and became the tournament's 13th own goal, breaking the World Cup record of 12 set in 2018.
Egypt, playing in its fourth World Cup and first knockout match, advanced to face the winner of Argentina vs. Cape Verde, while Australia fell to 0-3 in World Cup knockout games.
Can Australia's scoreless attack overcome Egypt in their most crucial World Cup knockout match ever?
With all eyes on Salah, could his Man City teammate Omar Marmoush be Egypt's secret weapon for a historic victory?
2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32: Egypt’s Historic Run Meets Australia’s Defensive Grit
Overview
The Egypt vs. Australia Round of 32 match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set for July 3, 2026, and promises to be a fiercely competitive battle. Both teams finished as runners-up in their groups, showing resilience and determination. Progressing further is a significant achievement, as neither side has much experience in the World Cup knockout rounds. Australia has only advanced past the group stage twice before, while Egypt is making its first knockout appearance since 1934. With both nations eager to make their mark, this match is a pivotal moment in their football histories.