Egypt Loses to Argentina, Exits World Cup 2026
Egypt were eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after losing 3-2 to Argentina in a dramatic Round of 16 comeback at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, despite leading 2-0 with 10 minutes left. Lionel Messi’s Argentina scored three goals in the final 13 minutes to advance to the quarterfinals.
What Happened in Argentina vs Egypt?
Egypt shocked Argentina early when Yasser Ibrahim headed home a Marwan Ateya cross in the 15th minute at Atlanta Stadium. Goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir then denied a Messi penalty and made several crucial saves to preserve Egypt’s 1-0 halftime lead over the defending champions.
Mostafa Zico doubled Egypt’s advantage in the 67th minute, putting Mohamed Salah’s side on the verge of a historic first-ever World Cup quarterfinal appearance. But Argentina, coached by Lionel Scaloni, mounted a stunning fightback: Cristian Romero pulled one back in the 79th minute, Messi equalized in the 83rd, and Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez scored the winner in the second minute of stoppage time.
Why Is This Egypt’s Best World Cup Run in Decades?
Reaching the Round of 16 already marked Egypt’s best World Cup showing since 1934, and a win would have delivered the Pharaohs’ first-ever quarterfinal berth. Coach Hossam Hassan’s side had earlier survived a penalty shootout against Australia before pushing Argentina to the brink in Atlanta.
Salah, Egypt’s captain, started the match alongside Messi in what many outlets billed as a “blockbuster” showdown between two legendary captains, each potentially playing his final World Cup. Despite the loss, Egyptian fans and pundits praised Shobeir’s g
Egypt Eliminated: Argentina Beat Pharaohs 3-2 in Comeback
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Egypt Loses to Argentina, Exits World Cup 2026
Egypt were eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after losing 3-2 to Argentina in a dramatic Round of 16 comeback at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, despite leading 2-0 with 10 minutes left. Lionel Messi’s Argentina scored three goals in the final 13 minutes to advance to the quarterfinals.
What Happened in Argentina vs Egypt?
Egypt shocked Argentina early when Yasser Ibrahim headed home a Marwan Ateya cross in the 15th minute at Atlanta Stadium. Goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir then denied a Messi penalty and made several crucial saves to preserve Egypt’s 1-0 halftime lead over the defending champions.
Mostafa Zico doubled Egypt’s advantage in the 67th minute, putting Mohamed Salah’s side on the verge of a historic first-ever World Cup quarterfinal appearance. But Argentina, coached by Lionel Scaloni, mounted a stunning fightback: Cristian Romero pulled one back in the 79th minute, Messi equalized in the 83rd, and Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez scored the winner in the second minute of stoppage time.
Why Is This Egypt’s Best World Cup Run in Decades?
Reaching the Round of 16 already marked Egypt’s best World Cup showing since 1934, and a win would have delivered the Pharaohs’ first-ever quarterfinal berth. Coach Hossam Hassan’s side had earlier survived a penalty shootout against Australia before pushing Argentina to the brink in Atlanta.
Salah, Egypt’s captain, started the match alongside Messi in what many outlets billed as a “blockbuster” showdown between two legendary captains, each potentially playing his final World Cup. Despite the loss, Egyptian fans and pundits praised Shobeir’s goalkeeping performance, which briefly threatened to sink the three-time champions.
What Was the Reaction to This Result?
Fox Sports and other outlets called Argentina’s comeback “one of the most shocking World Cup comebacks in recent history,” given Egypt’s commanding 2-0 lead with time running out. Messi, who missed a first-half penalty, redeemed himself by assisting Romero’s goal before scoring his eighth tournament goal to level the match.
For more on the tournament’s biggest shocks, readers can revisit the full list of World Cup 2026 eliminated teams, which already includes Portugal, Brazil, Germany, and Mexico.
What Comes Next for Argentina?
Argentina now await their quarterfinal opponent from the Switzerland vs. Colombia Round of 16 tie, with a potential path toward England or Norway in the last eight. The quarterfinals begin July 9, with Messi still chasing a second consecutive World Cup title for La Albiceleste.
