Egypt wins in World Cup knockout round debut with 4-2 penalty shootout edge over Australia

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July 3, 2026

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Egypt wins in World Cup knockout round debut with 4-2 penalty shootout edge over Australia

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ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Hossam Abdelmaguid scored the clinching goal in a shootout, and Egypt won its debut in the World Cup knockout round by beating Australia 4-2 on penalty kicks after a 1-1 draw Friday.

Australia goalkeeper Mathew Ryan didn’t stop any of Egypt’s four shots after replacing starter Patrick Beach late in extra time.

The victory comes in Egypt’s fourth World Cup.

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