Lucas Herrington misses penalty as Australia exits World Cup against Egypt

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Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Lucas Herrington misses penalty as Australia exits World Cup against Egypt
Summary

Australia faced Egypt in the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 on July 3 in Arlington, TX. The match ended in a penalty shootout where Lucas Herrington missed a critical attempt, hitting the crossbar and contributing to Australia's exit from the tournament. After the game, Zlatan Ibrahimović offered encouragement to the 18-year-old player, highlighting his courage to take the penalty. Ibrahimović termed penalties a 'lottery' and emphasized that Herrington should not be disheartened.

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  • Australia lost to Egypt in a penalty shootout at the World Cup.
  • Lucas Herrington missed a penalty that hit the crossbar.
  • Zlatan Ibrahimović provided support to Herrington after the match.
  • The match took place on July 3 in Arlington, TX.
  • Herrington plays for the Colorado Rapids in MLS.
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Australia suffered a heartbreaking exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup’s round of 32 in a penalty shootout loss to Egypt on Friday in Arlington, TX. In penalties, Lucas Herrington had a chance to even up the shootout 3-3, but his attempt hit the crossbar. 🇦🇺 ❌✅✅❌ 🇪🇬 ✅✅✅ Lucas Herrington goes OFF THE BAR!…

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