Egypt secured a place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Australia 4-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after regular and extra time.

Emam Ashour gave the Pharaohs the lead in the 13th minute with a header from a Karim Hafez cross. Australia equalized early in the second half through an own goal by Mohamed Hany as he attempted to clear a set-piece delivery.

The score remained level through regular and extra time, sending the match to a penalty shootout. Mahmoud Saber, Rami Rabia, Mohamed Salah, and Hossam Abdelmaguid all converted for Egypt, while Harry Souttar and Lucas Herrington missed their penalties for Australia.

With the victory, Egypt advanced to the Round of 16, where they will face the winner of the match between Argentina and Cape Verde.