Egypt wins first World Cup knockout match in penalty drama, reaches Round of 16

Egypt has etched its name in World Cup history, achieving its first knockout stage victory with a thrilling 4-2 penalty shootout win over Australia. This dramatic triumph propels the seven-time Africa Cup of Nations champions into the Round of 16, marking their return to this stage of the tournament after a 92-year absence. The historic goal was sealed by Hossam Abdelmaguid's decisive penalty kick in front of a roaring crowd of 70,244 spectators in Dallas.

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Egypt made history by winning its first-ever knockout match at the World Cup, defeating Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw.

Australia's coach, Tony Popovic, made a late tactical substitution, bringing in experienced goalkeeper Mathew Ryan for Patrick Beach just before the end of extra time, a move that ultimately did not pay off. The match had ended 1-1 after regular time and extra time. Egypt had taken the lead in the 13th minute through Emam Ashour's second tournament goal, but Australia equalized via an own goal by Mohamed Hany in the 55th minute, his second own goal of the tournament.

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The seven-time Africa Cup of Nations winners beat Australia 4-2 on penalties in the round of 16 and are back in the World Cup finals after 92 years.

Superstar Mohamed Salah, who was a doubt for the match due to a thigh strain sustained in the previous game, remained largely ineffective throughout the match. However, he maintained his composure to score his penalty during the shootout. Egypt now awaits the winner of the match between Argentina and Cape Verde in the next round. Meanwhile, Australia continues to wait for its first World Cup knockout stage victory.

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The decisive penalty in the Dallas stadium in front of 70,244 spectators was converted by Hossam Abdelmaguid.

Australia started the match with more intent, with Cristian Volpato's shot hitting the crossbar early on. Egypt's defense, particularly Ramy Rabia, was also tested. Despite Australia's initial pressure, Egypt seized the lead against the run of play with Ashour's header from a cross. The goal visibly boosted Egypt's confidence, and they began to control the game, though their attacking plays, involving Salah and Omar Marmoush, were not consistently threatening.

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Australia's coach Tony Popovic had substituted experienced goalkeeper Mathew Ryan for the strong Patrick Beach shortly before the end of extra time - it did not pay off.