Argentina defeats Egypt 3-2 in World Cup Round of 16
Argentina, the defending champions, came from behind to beat Egypt 3-2 in a Round of 16 match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, eliminating the African side.
Argentina defeated Egypt 3-2 in a Round of 16 game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, eliminating Egypt from the tournament. Argentina entered the match as the defending champions.
Egypt led 2-0 before Argentina scored three dramatic late goals to win 3-2.
According to TASS, Argentina's goals were scored by Cristian Romero, Lionel Messi and Enzo Fernández. Dawn reported that Messi missed a penalty that was saved by keeper Mostafa Shobeir and that Mostafa Zico had a goal ruled out by VAR for a foul on Lisandro Martínez. AllAfrica reported that the match was played in Atlanta.
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan said his team was unfairly treated by the refereeing.
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