World Cup 2026: Salah's Egypt beat Australia in penalty shootout to reach last 16
Summary
Egypt won against Australia in the World Cup 2026 round of 32 by winning a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw. This is Egypt’s first win in a World Cup knockout match, and they will next play either Argentina or Cape Verde in the last 16.Key Facts
- Egypt scored first through Emam Ashour in the 13th minute.
- Mohamed Hany from Egypt scored two own-goals in this World Cup, including one that allowed Australia to tie.
- The match ended 1-1 after regular and extra time.
- Egypt won the match in a penalty shootout.
- Mohamed Salah scored a panenka-style penalty during the shootout.
- This win marks Egypt’s first victory in a World Cup knockout game.
- Egypt’s next opponent will be either Argentina or Cape Verde in the last 16 round.
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