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Egypt edge Australia on penalties to reach World Cup last 16
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Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw to advance to the World Cup Round of 16. Captain Mohamed Salah expressed pride in the team's historic achievement on the global stage.
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This marks a historic milestone for Egyptian football as they reach the knockout stages of the World Cup for the first time in decades.
Egypt's Hossam Abdelmaguid celebrates with teammates, Dallas Stadium, Arlington, Texas, US, Jul 3, 2026. (Photo: REUTERS/Issei Kato)
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