Egypt reached the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 for the first time, defeating Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout. President El-Sisi hailed the historic achievement after the team won its first-ever knockout match at the tournament.

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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid congratulates Egypt on reaching the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 after beating Australia on penalties, marking their first knockout win and setting up a clash with Argent

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Egypt have secured their passage into the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stages after Iran's stoppage-time goal was ruled by VAR.

The final round of Group G fixtures delivered drama, goals and qualification milestones, with Egypt sealing a historic place in the Round of 32 alongside group winners Belgium, as both sides advanced on a tense final day.

Egypt are taking on Iran in their final group-stage match at the 2026 World Cup in Seattle today. Mohamed Salah’s side have already qualified for the knockout stage and are hoping to secure top spot in Group G with a win.

Mohamed Salah leads Egypt's 2026 World Cup squad. Meet the Pharaohs' best players, including Omar Marmoush, and more.

Egypt’s FIFA World Cup journey adds a new milestone in 2026, with their latest appearance offering fresh context to the team’s history on the global stage. Egypt are enjoying the best FIFA World Cup campaign in their history after advancing to the Round of 32 at the 2026 tournament.

The Arab world celebrates an Egyptian victory after Egypt beat Australia 4-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra time on Friday

Egypt made history by defeating Australia 4-2 on penalties in the Round of 32, securing their first-ever World Cup knockout victory and advancing to face Argentina.