After his team beat Australia 4-2 on penalties and qualified for the World Cup's round of 16 for the first time, Egypt coach Hossam Hassan celebrated by brandishing a Palestinian flag and dedicating the historic win to the Palestinian people. 'May God grant them victory,' he said

Egypt face Australia in a historic World Cup game on Friday and the manager has been keen to highlight president Al-Sisi’s role in the achievement

The Pharaohs have won a knockout match at the World Cup for the very first time.