World Cup 2026: Salah's Egypt edge Australia on penalties to reach last 16

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World Cup 2026: Salah's Egypt edge Australia on penalties to reach last 16
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Mohamed Salah coolly tucked away a panenka penalty as Egypt beat Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout to clinch their first win in a World Cup knockout match, after their round of 32 match finished even at 1-1. They will face either Argentina or Cape Verde in the last 16.

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