Egypt secures first-ever knockout victory over Australia on penalties
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 9:14 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Egypt triumphed over Australia in a penalty shootout 4-2 on July 3, securing the nation's first-ever victory in a knockout round of the FIFA World Cup. The match showcased Egypt's strong performance leading to the shootout, ultimately culminating in their historic win. This victory marks a significant milestone for Egyptian soccer as they advance further in the tournament. The next round will present a new challenge for the team as they look to build on this momentum.
- •Egypt won against Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout.
- •This is Egypt's first knockout round victory in World Cup history.
- •The match took place on July 3.
- •Egypt advances to the next round in the tournament.
- 10:00 PMESPN — Egypt beat Roos on PKs for 1st-ever knockout win
- 9:54 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup: Egypt eliminates Australia on penalty kicks
"Egypt converted all four of its penalty kicks to win a shootout with Australia, 4-2, following a 1-1 draw, securing its first knockout-round victory.
"Egypt beat Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout Friday to secure the nation's first-ever win in a knockout round match at the FIFA World Cup.
Sources
External links- ESPNJul 3, 2026, 10:00 PMEgypt beat Roos on PKs for 1st-ever knockout win
Egypt beat Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout Friday to secure the nation's first-ever win in a knockout round match at the FIFA World Cup.
- Yahoo SportsJul 3, 2026, 9:54 PMWorld Cup: Egypt eliminates Australia on penalty kicks
Egypt converted all four of its penalty kicks to win a shootout with Australia, 4-2, following a 1-1 draw, securing its first knockout-round victory.
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