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Messi, Salah set for World Cup showdown as Argentina face Egypt in last-16 test

Argentina meets Egypt for a World Cup quarter-final spot. Lionel Messi aims to lead the Golden Boot race against rivals. Switzerland and Colombia also compete in another crucial knockout match. Spain and Belgium advanced to the last eight after their victories. Host nations are now eliminated from the ongoing tournament.

The Economic Times

Is Argentina vs Egypt on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup last-16 clash

Everything you need to know ahead of the last-16 clash

The Independent UK

‘They have Messi, but we have Salah’: Egypt prepare to take on Argentina

Last 16 tie will be the first international meeting between two modern legends who may yet go on making history

The Guardian - UK

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Argentina vs Egypt: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds

Reigning champions vulnerable after round of 32 scare

Evening Standard

Tuesday’s sport: What’s on and where can I watch it?

Lionel Messi will continue to spearhead Argentina’s bid for a successful defence of their World Cup crown in their last-16 tie against Egypt.It is quarter-final time at Wimbledon, stage four of the men’s Tour de France, and the fourth day of the second Test between the West Indies and Sri…

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 Round of 16 Argentina vs. Egypt Predictions

Argentina vs. Egypt at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on July 7. Messi has seven goals already and Over 2.5 goals at +108 is the value play.

Sports Lens

Ranking All 16 Teams Left in the 2026 World Cup

Some of the pre-tournament favorites have seen their chances take a hit ahead of the round of 16.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Egypt beat Australia on penalties, march into Argentina showdown

Egypt clinched a historic 4-2 penalty shootout victory over Australia after a 1-1 draw, marking their first World Cup knockout stage win. Mahmoud Saber, Ramy Rabia, Mohamed Salah, and Hossam Abdelmaguid all converted their spot-kicks. Emam Ashour scored Egypt's regulation goal, while an own goal by Mohamed Hany equalized for…

The Economic Times

Mohamed Salah Comes to the Fore in 2026 World Cup Caught Between Eras

A jubilant, if injured, Mohamed Salah starred for Egypt to extend the theme of this World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

Egypt sink Australia on penalties to secure first World Cup knockout win

ARLINGTON - Egypt held their nerve to beat Australia 4-2 on penalties ‌and secure their first World Cup knockout victory following a 1-1 draw after extra time in a cagey last-32 match at Dallas Stadium on Friday.

Bangkok Post

Diego Simeone Reveals Atletico Madrid’s Surprise Stance on Julian Alvarez Transfer Plea

Julián Alvarez told the world he wants to leave and live out his dream.

Sports Illustrated

The Pharaohs rule in Dallas as the Socceroos are knocked out

For more than 3,000 years, the Pharaohs ruled one of history’s greatest civilisations. In Dallas, Egypt’s modern-day Pharaohs ruled once more, bringing the Socceroos’ World Cup campaign to an end with a disciplined performance and an emphatic penalty shoot-out victory.

The Conversation

The Mat Ryan gamble that failed spectacularly as Egypt beat Australia on penalties

Australia 1-1 Egypt (2-4 pens): Ryan was brought off the bench in the last minute to go in goal for the shootout but failed to save a single penalty as the Socceroos crashed out of the World Cup

The Independent UK

Egypt beat Australia on penalties to reach last 16 for first time at World Cup

Egypt beat Australia on penalties on Friday to advance to the last 16 at the World Cup for the first time.

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The Guardian - AU

Australia 1-1 Egypt (2-4 on penalties): World Cup 2026 last 32 player ratings

Socceroos defenders Harry Souttar and Lucas Herrington stood firm before missing in the shootout, while Emam Ashour scored early for Egypt

The Guardian - AU

Shootout heartbreak leaves Socceroos still searching for elusive World Cup knockout win

Following their painful defeat on penalties to Egypt, there is a nagging suspicion Australia may not get a better chance to break their duck

The Guardian - UK

Egypt reach World Cup last 16 in shootout as Australia’s goalkeeper gamble backfires

Egypt won 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Dallas, as Australia switched keepers for the shootout but missed two of their spot-kicks

France 24

World Cup 2026: Salah's Egypt beat Australia in penalty shootout to reach last 16

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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AAP

Socceroos left to rue latest World Cup missed chance

The Socceroos are out of the World Cup and left to rue what might have been after losing to Egypt 4-2 on penalties in the round of 32.

TechRadar

How to watch Australia vs Egypt: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for FIFA World Cup 2026 as Mo Salah wins fitness race, team news

Mo Salah overcomes a hamstring issue to start for Egypt against Australia at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Here's how to watch the last-32 clash for free online and from anywhere.

Evening Standard

Who are Egypt's players? From Liverpool icon to Barcelona wonderkid

The Pharaohs face Australia in their first-ever World Cup knockout clash on Friday

Evening Standard

Australia vs Egypt LIVE: World Cup 2026 result, latest updates and fan reaction after penalties

Inaugural round of 32 went all the way in Dallas

France 24

Cape Verde hope to continue World Cup fairytale against Messi's Argentina

Minnows Cape Verde hope to continue their World Cup fairytale on Friday as they face Argentina, and footballing legend Lionel Messi. The Atlantic archipelago became the smallest ever nation to reach the knockout rounds of a World Cup by earning unexpected draws with Spain, Uruguay and Saudi Arabia.

The Independent UK

Australia v Egypt LIVE: Egypt make history with penalty shootout win to reach World Cup last 16

Australia 1-1 Egypt (2-4 pens): The Pharoahs won a World Cup knockout game for the first time in their history and will meet Argentina or Cape Verde in the last 16

The Guardian - US

World Cup schedule today: How to watch Argentina v Cape Verde, TV channels & live stream Friday 3 July

What’s happening in the World Cup today? Here is the full schedule for Friday 3 July, including kick-off times, TV channels and live stream options

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