In a thrilling encounter at the World Cup, Egypt secured its first-ever knockout victory by defeating Australia in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw in regulation and extra time. The match, marked by a tense atmosphere at Dallas Stadium, saw Australia equalize through an own goal from Egypt, leading to extra time. Despite a strong effort from the Socceroos, Egypt prevailed 4-2 in penalties, advancing to the Round of 16. Star player Mohamed Salah started the match, and the victory marks a historic moment for the Egyptian national team.