Egypt and Iran Draw 1-1 in World Cup Group Stage; Egypt Advances Past Australia
In the World Cup group stage, Egypt and Iran played a 1-1 draw, with Iran creating more big chances despite Egypt dominating possession. Egypt later eliminated Australia in a penalty shootout in the Round of 16, advancing to the quarterfinals. Mohamed Salah led the tournament in chances created per 90 minutes among players with 300+ minutes, playing a key role in Egypt's progression.
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Salah's Dribbling Stats in World Cup Round of 16: 13 Dribbles, 182.6 Meters Covered
In the World Cup Round of 16 match on July 8, Argentina came from behind to defeat Egypt 3-2. According to Sofascore's post-match data, Egypt's Mohamed Salah recorded 13 dribbles in the match, covering a dribbling distance of 182.6 meters. He had 44 touches, completed 2 out of 6 dribbles, suffered 4 fouls, and lost possession 12 times. Salah also registered 4 progressive dribbles, with a total progressive distance of 106.4 meters, a progressive dribbling distance of 119.4 meters, and a longest progressive dribble of 49.4 meters. The data highlights Salah's active but relatively inefficient dribbling performance in the match.
虎扑 - 足球Salah Records Zero Shots in Egypt's World Cup Round of 16 Loss to Argentina
In a World Cup Round of 16 match, Egypt lost 2-3 to Argentina. Liverpool star Mohamed Salah had a notably quiet performance, recording zero shots and zero key passes. He played the full 90 minutes, had 43 touches, completed 19 of 22 passes, and succeeded in only 1 of 5 dribble attempts. Salah won 5 of 14 ground duels and 1 aerial duel, lost possession 12 times, and was fouled 4 times while committing 2 fouls. The statistics, sourced from Sofascore and reported by Hupu, highlight Salah's lack of offensive impact in the crucial knockout match.
虎扑 - 足球Salah Leads World Cup in Chances Created per 90 Minutes Among Players with 300+ Minutes
In the World Cup Round of 16, Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout to advance, with Mohamed Salah named Man of the Match. According to Squawka statistics, Salah creates 4.26 chances per 90 minutes in this tournament, ranking first among all players with at least 300 minutes of playing time. The report highlights Salah's creative output and his key role in Egypt's progression.
虎扑 - 足球Egypt Eliminates Australia in World Cup Round of 16 Penalty Shootout; Salah Stats Detailed
In the Round of 16 of the World Cup, Egypt defeated Australia in a penalty shootout, eliminating the Australian team. The match report focuses on the performance of Egyptian star Mohamed Salah, who played 122 minutes. Despite not scoring or assisting, Salah created one big chance and delivered five key passes. He completed all three of his dribbles, won all seven duels (six ground, one aerial), and drew three fouls. His passing accuracy was 74% (29/39), and he had two interceptions. Salah's expected goals (xG) were 0.14 and expected assists (xA) 0.21. The statistics were sourced from Sofascore and published by Hupu soccer.
虎扑 - 足球Salah vs Iran: Full Match Statistics from World Cup Group Stage Draw
In the final round of the World Cup group stage, Egypt and Iran played to a 1-1 draw. The article provides detailed match statistics for Egyptian star Mohamed Salah, who played 57 minutes. Salah recorded 0.08 expected goals (xG) and 0.24 expected assists (xA), with 3 key passes, 1 shot (blocked), and 2 fouls suffered. He completed 23 passes at 70% accuracy, including 19 in the opponent's half (63% accuracy) and 4 in his own half (100% accuracy). Salah had 36 touches, 2 dribbles (1 successful), won 3 of 10 ground duels, and lost 14 possessions while regaining 1. He committed 1 foul and had 1 successful cross out of 2 attempts. The data, sourced from Sofascore, highlights Salah's limited but involved performance in the draw.
虎扑 - 足球Egypt 1-1 Iran: Full Match Statistics from World Cup Group Stage
In the final round of the World Cup group stage, Egypt and Iran played to a 1-1 draw. The match statistics reveal a tale of two styles: Egypt dominated possession with 61% control and completed 587 passes at 87% accuracy, while Iran created more dangerous opportunities. Despite having fewer touches, Iran generated 4 big chances to Egypt's 0, and posted a higher expected goals (xG) value of 1.94 compared to Egypt's 0.81. Iran also had 10 shots inside the box and hit the woodwork once. Both teams had similar total shots (Egypt 15, Iran 13), but Iran's finishing was marginally more clinical with 4 shots on target. Defensively, Iran won more tackles (23 vs 17) with a higher success rate, and won more aerial duels (59% vs 41%). Egypt, however, earned 8 corners to Iran's 2. The match saw a penalty save from one side, despite Iran's superior big chance count. The final scoreline reflected a resilient performance from Egypt against a more incisive Iranian attack.
虎扑 - 足球World Cup: Egypt and Iran Tied 1-1 at Half-Time; Statistics Show Iran Dominant in Chances
In the final group stage match of the World Cup, Egypt and Iran were tied 1-1 at half-time. Despite Egypt holding 62% possession, Iran created three big chances to Egypt's none, with Iran's expected goals (xG) at 1.18 compared to Egypt's 0.31. Egypt had more total shots (8-6) but fewer shots on target (2-3). Iran was more clinical inside the box with 6 shots to Egypt's 3. Egypt's goalkeeper made 2 saves, while Iran's made 1, including a penalty save. Egypt led in corners (4-0) and passes (288-179 with 88% accuracy vs 75%), but Iran won more tackles with a higher success rate (62% vs 38%). Both teams had 2 yellow cards each. The match was reported by Hupu News, citing Sofascore statistics.
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