Egypt celebrates first knockout win in World Cup history
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 2:04 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
BoxingOn July 3, spectators at Feteers restaurant in Spokane, Washington, gathered to witness Egypt's historic win in the World Cup, marking the national team's first knockout victory after four appearances. The event drew a diverse crowd, including Mayor Lisa Brown and an Australian family, who enjoyed traditional Egyptian cuisine while following the match's tense overtime and shootout. Local residents and newcomers alike expressed excitement and support for the Egyptian national team, with the restaurant's owners sharing a personal connection to their homeland and the visiting players. The team is now headed to Dallas for a match against Australia.
- •Egypt achieves first knockout win in World Cup history
- •Match held at Feteers restaurant in Spokane
- •Crowd included Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown
- •Owners have personal ties to Egypt's national team
- •Team to play Australia next in Dallas
- 2:04 AMYahoo Sports — The mayor, a trio of Aussies and a gregarious 12-year-old walk into an Egyptian cafe and witness World Cup history
"Jul. 3—A World Cup match has more than a few things in common with making a feteer: it takes time, repetitive labor and layered craftsmanship. A crowd of spectators gathered to indulge in the traditional Egyptian pastry at West Central's Feteers restaurant Friday while witnessing a milestone in the nation's World Cup record books. After four appearances across nearly a century, the Pharaohs ...
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