Egypt end penalty curse to beat Australia and reach World Cup last 16
Egypt defeated Australia on penalties to reach the World Cup last 16 for the first time since 1934, with Mohamed Salah converting a Panenka during the shootout.
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Messi reaches 20 World Cup goals as Argentina outlast Cape Verde in extra-time thriller
Defending champions Argentina defeated World Cup debutants Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time to set up a Round of 16 clash with Egypt in Atlanta.
Australia suffer penalty heartbreak against Egypt as World Cup knockout wait continues
Teenager Lucas Herrington missed a crucial spot kick and Harry Souttar blazed over as the Socceroos fell to Egypt in a shootout following a 1-1 draw in Arlington.
Australia Prepare Dual Strategies for Egypt Clash
Australia coach Tony Popovic has revealed his squad have trained for scenarios involving Mohamed Salah and alternative Egypt line-ups ahead of their World Cup match on Friday.
Egypt manager Hassan deploys lawyer to silence critics as political alignment deepens
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan has instructed a cassation court lawyer to file legal complaints against television pundits who question his management, intensifying scrutiny over his close ties to President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi’s government.
Iran Coach Demands FIFA Action Over ‘Unfair’ US World Cup Treatment
Amir Ghalenoei has called on Gianni Infantino to “stand up” to the US co-hosts after Iran were forced into late-night travel and denied early arrival for preparation.
Belgium thrash New Zealand to top Group G as Egypt also advance
Belgium and Egypt secured automatic qualification from World Cup Group G with victory and a draw respectively, leaving Iran awaiting results from other groups to determine their fate.
Iran waste clear opening against Egypt in World Cup 2026
Saman Ghoddos and Mehdi Taremi combined to create a clear opportunity around the 33-minute mark, but Saeed Ezatolahi failed to convert as Iran threatened on the counter.
Belgium 5-1 New Zealand: Trossard double seals top spot as Kiwis exit World Cup
Leandro Trossard scored twice as Belgium crushed New Zealand 5-1 to win Group G and advance to the World Cup round of 32, while the Kiwis were eliminated without a single victory.
Egypt Hold Advantage in Wide-Open World Cup Group G Ahead of Final Fixtures
Egypt lead Group G after two matches but face a tense final matchday where Iran, Belgium and New Zealand all retain hopes of reaching the 2026 World Cup knockout stages.