Fifa World Cup: Egypt beat Australia on penalties to reach Round of 16
Egypt defeated Australia in a penalty shootout to reach the World Cup Round of 16 for the first time in their history. The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with Egypt ultimately winning 4-2 on penalties.
Why it matters
This marks a historic milestone for Egyptian football as they advance to the knockout stages of a men's World Cup for the first time.
Hossam Abdelmaguid scored the winning penalty as Egypt made history by beating a dogged Australia 4-2 on penalties to reach the World Cup last 16 this morning (NZ time).
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