Egypt beats Australia on penalties in 2026 World Cup Round of 16
In a dramatic 2026 World Cup Round of 16 match in Arlington, Texas, Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw. Egypt took an early lead via Emam Ashour (13'), but Australia equalized through an own goal by Mohamed Hany (55'), who became the first player to score two own goals in a single World Cup. Australia’s late goalkeeper substitution backfired as Egypt converted all penalties, securing their first knockout-stage win in 92 years.
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Mohamed Salah's sportsmanship after Egypt's penalty shootout win over Australia at World Cup 2026 draws praise
Mohamed Salah demonstrated notable sportsmanship after Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 on penalties in the World Cup 2026 last-32 match on July 3, 2026. After scoring an audacious Panenka penalty in the shootout, the former Liverpool star quickly curtailed his celebration to shake hands and commiserate with each Australian player. The gesture went viral on social media, with fans calling it 'pure class.' The match was level at 1-1 after extra time, with Egypt's Emam Ashour scoring early and an own goal from Mohamed Hany leveling for Australia. Egypt's victory marked their first-ever knockout stage win in World Cup history. An emotional Salah credited his experience for the penalty choice, stating he wanted to give his teammates confidence. Egypt now faces reigning champions Argentina in Atlanta on July 7 for a place in the quarter-finals. Salah, 34, is currently a free agent after leaving Liverpool this summer.
Mirror - FootballEgypt's penalty strategy: watching a Real Madrid shootout
Egypt defeated Australia in a penalty shootout during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Egyptian national team used a unique preparation strategy: they watched footage of a Real Madrid match against Levante, because Levante's goalkeeper Mathew Ryan is also Australia's goalkeeper. The team analyzed Ryan's positioning and tendency to lunge early, particularly on a penalty taken by Kylian Mbappé. Captain Mohamed Salah, after studying the video, confidently executed a panenka penalty, laughing after scoring. The image of the Pharaohs gathered around an iPad watching the match went viral. The article highlights the tactical preparation and the role of Real Madrid footage in Egypt's victory.
Feed MRSS-S real_madrid_aWhy Mohamed Salah and Egypt watched Kylian Mbappe's match before penalty shootout vs. Australia
During the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32, Egypt faced Australia in a match that ended 1-1 after extra time, leading to a penalty shootout. Before the shootout, Australia substituted goalkeeper Mathew Ryan into the match. In response, Egypt's coaching staff was seen watching a video of Kylian Mbappe scoring a Panenka penalty against Ryan when he played for Levante against Real Madrid. The tactical preparation paid off: Ryan failed to save any penalties, and Egypt won the shootout 4-2, advancing to the Round of 16. This marked Egypt's best-ever World Cup run, led by Mohamed Salah.
Yardbarker: SoccerEgypt 1-1 Australia (4-2 Penalties): Pharaohs Win Shootout to Reach World Cup Round of 16
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16, marking Egypt's first-ever knockout stage victory. Mohamed Salah captained the team and played the full 120 minutes despite a hamstring injury. Emam Ashour gave Egypt an early lead in the 13th minute, but Egypt defender Mohamed Hany scored an own goal in the 55th minute—his second of the tournament—to level the score. Australia goalkeeper Mathew Ryan was substituted on just for the shootout but failed to save any of Egypt's four penalties. Harry Souttar missed high and Lucas Herrington hit the crossbar for Australia, while Hossam Abdelmaguid scored the decisive penalty. Egypt will face defending champion Argentina next in Atlanta on Tuesday.
Yardbarker: SoccerAustralia coach defends controversial penalty substitution decisions
Australia coach Tony Popovic defended his controversial decision to substitute goalkeeper Patrick Beach for captain Mathew Ryan just before a penalty shootout in the World Cup round of 32 against Egypt. The match ended 1-1 before Egypt won the shootout 4-1, eliminating Australia and denying them their first knockout victory. Ryan failed to save any of Egypt's four penalties. Popovic also faced criticism for selecting 18-year-old defender Lucas Herrington to take a crucial penalty, which hit the crossbar. Popovic argued he trusted Herrington's ability and noted that Beach lacked big-game experience. Both Beach and Ryan said they were surprised by the late substitution plan, which was kept from them until extra time. The defeat ended Australia's World Cup campaign.
Yardbarker: SoccerEgypt Uses Mbappé Penalty Video on iPad to Beat Australia in World Cup Shootout
During the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 match between Egypt and Australia, the game ended 1-1 after extra time, leading to a penalty shootout. Just before the shootout, Australia substituted goalkeeper Patrick Beach for former Arsenal keeper Matthew Ryan. In response, Egyptian coaches gathered their players and showed them an iPad video of Kylian Mbappé converting a penalty against Ryan during a La Liga match on January 17, 2026. The video highlighted Ryan's movement habits and weaknesses. The tactic proved effective: Ryan saved no penalties, while Egypt converted all five. Star forward Mo Salah taunted Ryan after scoring. Egypt won 3-5 and advanced to the round of 16, while Australia exited the tournament. ZDF commentator Christoph Kramer noted the psychological benefit of watching a successful penalty taker before a shootout.
BILD - SportFatal Goalkeeper Substitution Costs Australia World Cup Round of 16 Spot Against Egypt
In a dramatic World Cup round of 32 match, Australia lost 2-4 on penalties to Egypt after a controversial substitution in the 119th minute. Australian goalkeeper Patrick Beach, who had been the best player on the pitch with several brilliant saves, was replaced by veteran Mathew Ryan specifically for the penalty shootout. However, Ryan failed to save any of Egypt's four penalties, committing to corners too early each time. It was later revealed that Egyptian players had been shown footage on a laptop of Ryan's weakness—his tendency to dive early—using a penalty by Kylian Mbappé as an example. Egypt's star Mohamed Salah led the celebrations, calling it 'the greatest thing I have ever experienced.' The substitution backfired spectacularly, ending Australia's World Cup campaign.
Nachrichten - WELTEgypt Analyzed Goalkeeper Ryan's Penalty Footage Before Shootout, Defeats Australia in World Cup Round of 32
In the World Cup Round of 32, Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout to advance to the Round of 16. Before the shootout, broadcast cameras captured Egypt's players and coaching staff gathered around a computer, watching footage of Australian goalkeeper Mathew Ryan's previous penalty saves, including a penalty taken by Kylian Mbappé against Ryan in January when Ryan played for Levante. Australia had substituted Ryan late in the game specifically to gain an advantage in penalties. However, Egypt's analysis paid off: all Egyptian players scored their penalties, including Mohamed Salah's clever Panenka, while Ryan failed to save any. The on-the-spot video analysis countered Australia's psychological tactic of switching goalkeepers, becoming a decisive factor in the match.
虎扑 - 足球Mohamed Salah's panenka penalty secures Egypt's first World Cup round of 16 berth
Egypt captain Mohamed Salah, largely invisible during open play, stepped up in the penalty shootout against Australia to convert a panenka and send Egypt to the World Cup round of 16 for the first time in four attempts. The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with Egypt's Emam Ashour scoring first and an own goal by Mohamed Hany leveling for Australia. Salah, who had been substituted in the previous group match due to a hamstring scare, created five scoring opportunities and touched the ball eight times in the box. In the shootout, Australia's Harry Souttar missed wide and Lucas Herrington hit the bar, while all four Egyptian takers scored. Salah said afterward, 'If someone had to do it, it was me.' The win marked a historic achievement for Egyptian football.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuAustralia-Egypt: Kylian Mbappé Helps Egypt Prepare for World Cup Penalty Shootout
During the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match between Australia and Egypt, played on July 3, 2026, the Egyptian staff prepared for a penalty shootout by studying a recorded penalty kick by Kylian Mbappé for Real Madrid against Levante, where Australian goalkeeper Matthew Ryan played earlier that season. Australia's coach Tony Popovic substituted goalkeeper Patrick Beach with Matthew Ryan just before extra time ended, aiming to improve penalty defense. However, Ryan failed to save any of Egypt's four penalties (converted by Saber, Rabia, Salah, and Abdelmaguid), leading Egypt to a 4-2 shootout victory after a 1-1 draw. This marked Egypt's first Round of 16 win in World Cup history. Australia's captain Harry Souttar missed the first penalty by shooting over the goal, and young Lucas Herrington hit the crossbar, resulting in Australia's third consecutive knockout-stage elimination (previously in 2006 and 2022).
Home Football - actualitésFIFA World Cup 2026: Egypt beat Australia 4-2 on penalties to reach last 16
Egypt advanced to the World Cup last 16 after a dramatic 4-2 penalty shootout victory over Australia following a 1-1 draw after extra time in Dallas. Emam Ashour gave Egypt an early lead with a 13th-minute header, but Mohamed Hany's own goal leveled the score in the 55th minute. Despite Mohamed Salah's unexpected return from injury, the match remained deadlocked through regulation and extra time. In the shootout, Australia's Harry Souttar and Lucas Herrington missed from the spot, while Hossam Abdelmaguid converted the winning penalty. The victory marked Egypt's first-ever win in a World Cup knockout match, sending them to the Round of 16.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Mo Salah on Panenka Penalty After Egypt Beat Australia in World Cup Shootout
In a post-match interview following Egypt's victory over Australia in a penalty shootout at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, star forward Mo Salah revealed that his decision to attempt a 'Panenka' style penalty was made at the last minute. The match, which saw Egypt advance to the round of 16, was decided by the shootout. Salah's audacious chip shot helped secure the win for Egypt. The article, published by BBC Sport on July 3, 2026, highlights the key moment from the game and includes a video clip of the interview, available to UK users only. The report underscores Salah's composure under pressure and Egypt's progression in the tournament.
BBC SportMo Salah says Panenka penalty was a last-minute decision after Egypt beats Australia in World Cup shootout
In a post-match interview following Egypt's penalty shootout victory over Australia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, star forward Mohamed Salah revealed that his decision to attempt a 'Panenka' style penalty was made at the last moment. The match, which saw Egypt advance to the Round of 16, was decided by a shootout. Salah's audacious chip shot helped secure the win for Egypt. The article, published by BBC Sport on July 3, 2026, highlights Salah's composure under pressure and the dramatic nature of the knockout stage match. The victory marks a significant achievement for Egypt in the tournament.
BBC SportEgypt Defeats Australia on Penalties to Reach World Cup Last 16
Egypt advanced to the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a tense 1-1 draw and penalty shootout victory against Australia in Dallas. The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with Emam Ashour heading Egypt ahead early and Mohamed Hany scoring an own goal for Australia's equalizer. Ramy Rabia nearly won it for Egypt in stoppage time but was denied by goalkeeper Patrick Beach. In the shootout, Australia's Harry Souttar and Lucas Herrington missed their penalties, while Egypt converted all four of their spot-kicks against substitute goalkeeper Mat Ryan, who was brought on specifically for penalties. Mohamed Salah scored a dinked penalty down the middle. Egypt will face the winner of Argentina vs. Cape Verde in the next round.
SkySports | NewsEgypt beats Australia on penalties to reach World Cup round of 16
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 on penalty kicks after a 1-1 draw in Arlington, Texas, on July 3, 2026, securing their first-ever World Cup knockout-round victory. Mahmoud Saber, Ramy Rabia, Mohamed Salah, and Hossam Abdelmaguid all converted their penalties for Egypt. Australia's Harry Souttar missed the first penalty, and Lucas Herrington hit the crossbar in the fourth round. Emam Ashour scored for Egypt in the 13th minute, while Australia's only goal came from an own goal by Mohamed Hany in the 55th minute. Egypt will face either Argentina or Cape Verde in the round of 16 on Tuesday in Atlanta.
Yardbarker: SoccerSocceroos' World Cup Knockout Heartbreak Continues After Penalty Loss to Egypt
Australia's Socceroos suffered a heartbreaking penalty shootout defeat to Egypt in the World Cup last 32, extending their long wait for a first-ever knockout stage victory. The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with Egypt winning 4-2 on penalties. Youngster Lucas Herrington, at 18 the youngest Australian starter in World Cup history, missed the crucial spot-kick that ultimately sealed the loss. Harry Souttar also missed a penalty. Australia had equalized through an own goal from Mohamed Hany after falling behind to a first-half header from Egypt's Ziko. The defeat leaves Australia facing another four-year cycle to chase an elusive knockout win, with a sense that this may have been their best opportunity for some time.
Football | The GuardianEgypt beats Australia on penalties to reach World Cup round of 16
Egypt defeated Australia 5-3 in a penalty shootout to advance to the World Cup round of 16 for the first time in 92 years. The match was marked by drama, including a historic own goal by Egyptian defender Mohamed Hany, his second of the tournament, which equalized Australia's lead after Emam Ashour's early header. Superstar Mohamed Salah returned from injury for Egypt. Australia's coach Tony Popovic controversially substituted goalkeepers in the 118th minute, bringing on penalty specialist Mathew Ryan, but Ryan failed to save any of Egypt's five penalties. Australia lost their third knockout match in World Cup history, following defeats to Italy in 2006 and Argentina in 2022.
BILD - SportEgypt Defeats Australia on Penalties to Reach World Cup Last 16 as Goalkeeper Gambit Fails
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 on penalties in a World Cup round-of-32 match at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, advancing to the last 16. Australia started strongly but Egypt took the lead in the 13th minute through Emam Ashour's header. Australia equalized in the second half via an own goal by Egypt's Mohamed Hany, who became the first player in World Cup history to score two own goals in a tournament. Australia goalkeeper Patrick Beach made a stunning save in stoppage time to force extra time. In a controversial move, Australia coach Tony Popovic substituted Beach in the 119th minute for penalty specialist Mathew Ryan, but the gambit failed as Australia missed two penalties (Harry Souttar over the bar, Lucas Herrington hitting the bar) while Egypt converted all their spot kicks, including a Panenka by Mohamed Salah. Egypt will face the winner of Argentina vs. Cape Verde in Atlanta on July 7.
Soccer - The AthleticEgypt Defeats Australia on Penalties to Reach World Cup Last 16
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 on penalties in a round-of-32 World Cup match at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, advancing to the last 16. Australia started strong but Egypt took the lead in the 13th minute through Emam Ashour. Australia equalized in the second half via an own goal by Egypt's Mohamed Hany, who became the first player in World Cup history to score two own goals in a tournament. In extra time, Australia coach Tony Popovic substituted goalkeeper Patrick Beach for Mathew Ryan in a penalty-saving gambit, but it backfired as Australia missed two penalties (Harry Souttar and Lucas Herrington hitting the bar). Egypt converted all their spot kicks, including a Panenka from Mohamed Salah, with Hossam Abdelmaguid scoring the winner. Egypt will face the winner of Argentina vs. Cape Verde in Atlanta on July 7.
Soccer - The AthleticEgypt Defeats Australia on Penalties to Reach World Cup Last 16; Goalkeeper Substitution Backfires
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in extra time during the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 32 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Egypt opened the scoring through Emam Ashour in the 13th minute, but Australia equalized after halftime via an own goal by Mohamed Hany, who became the first player in World Cup history to score two own goals in a single tournament. Australia goalkeeper Pat Beach made a crucial save in stoppage time to force extra time. In a controversial move, Australia coach Tony Popovic substituted Beach for veteran Mat Ryan just before penalties, hoping for better penalty-saving skills. However, the gambit failed: Australia missed two penalties (Harry Souttar over the bar, Lucas Herrington hitting the bar), while Egypt converted all four, including a Panenka by Mohamed Salah. Egypt advances to face the winner of Argentina vs. Cape Verde in Atlanta on July 7.
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