Mohamed Salah helped Egypt reach its best-ever run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

What happened?

Egypt locked horns with Australia during the Round of 32 matchup.
The two sides engaged in a thrilling game, but it ended 1-1 even after extra time.

Why it matters for Mohamed Salah

The game had to be decided in penalties.
Egypt were seen getting on a laptop and watching a Kylian Mbappe match with Real Madrid.

What comes next?

The strategy worked for Egypt, as Mathew Ryan failed to save even a single penalty.
Egypt won 4-2 after the end of the penalty shootout, advancing to the Round of 16.
Mohamed Salah’s Egypt will face their next opponent in the Round of 16.
The team is looking forward to the next match.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is ongoing.

Egypt's victory was a result of their preparation.
They watched a video of Kylian Mbappe scoring a Panenka penalty against Mathew Ryan.
The video was from Madrid’s game vs. Levante.
The same Mathew Ryan was in between the sticks for Levante.
Egypt's strategy paid off.
They won the penalty shootout 4-2.
The team is ecstatic about their win.
They are looking forward to the next round.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is an exciting tournament.
Mohamed Salah and Egypt are doing well.
They will face their next opponent soon.
The team is ready for the challenge.
The Round of 16 is upcoming.
Egypt will do their best to win.
Mohamed Salah is a key player.
He will help his team in the next match.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is a great opportunity.
Egypt will try to advance to the next round.
The team is confident.
They will do their best to win.
The penalty shootout was exciting.
Egypt won 4-2.
The team is happy about their win.