
Round of 32 Delivers Drama on the Global Stage
Egypt edged Australia in a penalty shootout, Argentina survived a fierce Cape Verde side, and the tournament moved to Kansas City for the Colombia‑Ghana clash.
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Egypt edged Australia in a penalty shootout, Argentina survived a fierce Cape Verde side, and the tournament moved to Kansas City for the Colombia‑Ghana clash.

Egypt secured a 4-2 penalty shootout win after a 1-1 draw, with coach Hossam Hassan dedicating the victory to Palestine and carrying both national flags onto the pitch.

Egypt survived a late scare, converted all spot‑kicks and will now meet the winner of Argentina versus Cape Verde in Atlanta on July 7.

Egypt aims to break a 92‑year World Cup drought while Mohamed Salah nears a national scoring record, setting the stage for a high‑stakes showdown with Iran in Seattle.

Egypt qualified for the 2026 World Cup without a loss, finishing with 19 goals and just two conceded. Mohamed Salah, turning 34 on match day, headlines a team that will face Belgium, Iran and New Zealand in Group G.