Egypt wrote a new chapter in their football history yesterday by becoming the second African nation to book a place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16, defeating Australia 4-2 on penalties after a gripping 1-1 draw following extra time in Dallas.

Egypt and Australia meet Friday at AT&T Stadium in Arlington with a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 16 on the line, as two teams that exceeded...

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