Egypt, Argentina and World Cup
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ATLANTA (AP) — Enzo Fernandez scored in stoppage time to give Argentina an incredible 3-2 win over Egypt and a spot in the World Cup quarterfinals on Tuesday. The defending champions had trailed 2-0 after goals from Yasser Ibrahim and and Mostafa Zico at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Lionel Messi starts for Argentina today as their World Cup defence continues with a last-16 tie against Mohamed Salah’s Egypt. Argentina survived an almighty scare last time out, defeating Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time in one of the best games of the tournament.
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Argentina vs Egypt: Why was Egypt's second goal disallowed? VAR's call in FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash raises debate
India, July 7 -- The VAR is once again in focus as Argentina has been saved with a huge call thanks to the technology. The defending champions, having conceded a shocking goal in the first half in the 15th minute,
Egypt beat Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout to advance to the Round of 16 after a 1-1 draw in Dallas on Friday.
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Hossam Abdelmaguid scored the deciding goal in a shootout, and Egypt won its debut in the World Cup knockout round by beating Australia 4-2 on penalty kicks after a 1-1 draw Friday.
