Egypt eliminates Australia on penalties (4-2) and will face Argentina
- Egypt eliminated Australia on penalties 4-2 after drawing 1-1 in regular time and extra time
- Mohamed Hany scored his second own goal of the tournament, a historic record never before seen in a World Cup
- Egypt advances to the round of 16 where they will face Argentina, the reigning world champions
Drama and penalties in Arlington. Egypt eliminated Australia on penalties (4-2) after a 1-1 draw that didn't budge in extra time. The Pharaohs, led by Salah, book their place in a World Cup round of 16 that's been eluding them for ages.
The match. Egypt struck first: Emam Ashour headed the 1-0 (13') after finishing off his own blocked shot. Australia grew into it and found the leveller in the cruellest possible way for the Egyptians: Mohamed Hany turned it into his own net (55')… his second own goal of the tournament, something nobody had ever done before in World Cup history. At 1-1 it went to extra time and, with no more goals, to penalties.
The shootout. From the spot, Egypt stayed cooler and won 4-2 to seal their passage, sending their fans into raptures.
What's next. Egypt face a massive reward and a proper test: Argentina, the defending champions, in the round of 16. Australia, who battled right to the end, depart to applause.
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Frequently asked questions
How did the Egypt-Australia match end in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup?
Egypt and Australia drew 1-1 and Egypt won 4-2 on penalties on 3 July 2026. Ashour (13') scored for Egypt and Hany own goal (55') brought Australia level.
Who does Egypt face in the Round of 8 of the 2026 World Cup?
Egypt will face Argentina, the defending champions, in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup.
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