Egypt Secures Round‑of‑16 Spot at 2026 World Cup, Set to Face Australia

Egypt's national football team qualified for the round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is being staged across the United States, Canada and Mexico. The squad finished second in Group 7 with five points – a win over New Zealand and draws with Belgium and Iran – and earned a knockout‑stage berth.

The next fixture is scheduled for 3 July 2026 at Dallas, Texas, where Egypt will meet Australia, the runner‑up of Group 4. The achievement sparked widespread celebration in Egypt, including a comedic AI‑generated video posted by actor Isam Al‑Saqa that featured the players in a virtual stadium celebration.