Hundreds of euphoric fans welcomed Egypt's national football team home after their best World Cup performance, reaching the last 16. The team was celebrated with an open-top bus parade in el-Alamein, with fans expressing pride and hope for the future of Egyptian football.
Following Egypt's 3-2 loss to Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16, captain Mohamed Salah vowed to improve the national team's performance, urging fans to maintain their belief. Egypt's historic campaign included their first knockout stage victory.
Egypt's World Cup journey, marked by a dramatic loss to Argentina, brought rare moments of collective joy and national pride to a country grappling with severe economic crisis and political challenges. The team's performance offered a much-needed distraction and a sense of unity.
Egypt's World Cup journey, marked by a near-upset of Argentina and a dramatic comeback loss, has ignited national pride and provided a rare moment of collective joy amidst a severe economic crisis. The team's performance, despite the heartbreak, has united Egyptians and offered a sense of hope.
Lionel Messi, 39, led Argentina to a dramatic comeback victory against Egypt in the World Cup. Despite trailing, Messi scored the equalizer and assisted the winner, securing a 3-2 win after Egypt had taken a 2-0 lead.
Lionel Messi inspired a stunning comeback for Argentina against Egypt in the World Cup. Despite trailing twice, Messi's assist and equalizer, followed by Enzo Fernández's winner, secured a dramatic 3-2 victory, with Messi setting a new World Cup goal record.
The World Cup's final day of the last 16 features Argentina facing Egypt and Switzerland playing Colombia. Both Argentina and Egypt are on historic runs, while Switzerland and Colombia aim to advance as dark horses.
Lionel Messi and Mohamed Salah face off in a crucial World Cup match. Messi, 39, boasts an impressive international career with 124 goals for Argentina, including 20 World Cup goals. Salah, 34, is Egypt's star, with 66 international goals and a growing legacy.
Mohamed Salah expressed his delight after Egypt's penalty shootout victory over Australia in Dallas, setting up a potential clash with Lionel Messi in the next round. Salah, who has had past encounters with Messi in the Champions League, is eager to face him at international level. Concerns remain over Salah's workload and fitness ahead of the match against Argentina.
Mo Salah led Egypt to a historic first World Cup win against New Zealand, moving closer to the national goalscoring record. Despite past near misses and recent injury concerns, Salah's performance is pivotal for Egypt's campaign, with fans hopeful for a deep run in the tournament.
Australia's Socceroos will play Egypt in the World Cup's last 32 after a dramatic final round of Group G matches. Egypt secured second place with a 1-1 draw against Iran, while Belgium topped the group with a large win over New Zealand.
The Socceroos will face Egypt in the last 32 after a dramatic Group G conclusion. Egypt secured second place with a 1-1 draw against Iran, despite Iran's late disallowed goal and two crossbar hits. Australia's opponent shifted between Belgium and Iran before Egypt's qualification was confirmed for the July 4 match in Dallas.
Egypt achieved their first-ever World Cup victory, defeating New Zealand 3-1. Goals from Mohamed Salah, Mostafa Zico, and Trezeguet secured the win after New Zealand initially led. Egypt now tops their group and needs only a draw against Iran to advance.
Egypt, despite winning the Africa Cup of Nations seven times, has never won a World Cup match. Star player Mohamed Salah, carrying an injury, aims to lead the Pharaohs to their first victory in their fourth appearance, a feat that would cement his legacy.
A Bélgica lidera o Grupo G na Copa do Mundo, que inclui Egito, Irã e Nova Zelândia
