BREAKING: Egypt Edge Australia on Penalties to Reach World Cup Round of 16

Egypt have booked their place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Australia 4-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra time in their Round of 32 clash on Friday.

Emam Ashour gave Egypt the lead in the first half with a well-taken header, but Australia drew level in the 55th minute through a Mohamed Hany own goal. Neither side could find a winner in extra time, sending the tie to a penalty shootout.

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In the shootout, Egypt held their nerve while Australia missed crucial spot-kicks, allowing the Pharaohs to seal a 4-2 victory and advance to the last 16. The win marks Egypt’s first-ever victory in a FIFA World Cup knockout match, with a Round of 16 clash against the winner of Argentina and Cape Verde awaiting them.