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Salah's penalty helps Egypt secure place in World Cup last 16

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 10:44 PM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Salah's penalty helps Egypt secure place in World Cup last 16

Summary

Mohamed Salah scored a crucial 'Panenka' penalty in a shootout as Egypt advanced to the World Cup last 16 after drawing 1-1 with Australia. The match took place in Texas, with Egypt winning 4-2 on penalties. This marks Egypt's first knockout game victory in World Cup history. Salah, despite a hamstring strain, played the full match and emphasized the importance of enjoying the moment. The team will face either Argentina or Cape Verde next.

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By the Numbers

•Egypt won 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw with Australia.
•Salah scored a decisive 'Panenka' penalty under pressure.
•This victory marks Egypt's first knockout win in World Cup history.
•Salah played the entire match despite a hamstring injury.
•Egypt will face either Argentina or Cape Verde in the next round.

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10:44 PMYahoo Sports — Salah says 'had to do it' after coolest of penalties in World Cup win

What they're saying

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A nerveless Mohamed Salah said he decided only at the last moment to chip in his penalty under massive pressure to help Egypt into the World Cup last 16 on Friday.Salah could well be at his last World Cup, and said: "I always try to enjoy every moment because it does not come back.
— Yahoo Sports

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