Pakistan, July 4 -- Egypt secured a historic place in the FIFA World Cup last 16 after defeating Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw in their Round of 32 clash in Arlington, Texas. The victory marked Egypt's first-ever win in the knockout stage of the World Cup and kept their campaign alive in the expanded 48-team tournament.

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Captain Mohamed Salah led the team despite carrying a hamstring injury sustained during the group stage, playing the full match and calmly converting his penalty in the shootout. Hossam Abdelmaguid scored the decisive spot-kick after Australia failed to convert two of their four attempts, sealing a memorable night for the Pharaohs.

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