President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi congratulated the Egyptian national team and the Egyptian people after qualifying for the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup.
The Egyptian national team defeated Australia in a penalty shootout with a score of 4-2 after the regular and extra time ended 1-1 in the round of 32.
The official page of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi wrote: "I congratulate the sons of Egypt, the heroes of the national football team, on this historic achievement, qualifying for the round of 16 of the World Cup for the first time in the team's history."
"You have proven that belief in ability, competing with team spirit, and determination to win achieve accomplishments. All the best for what is to come, and God willing, the journey of achievement and pride will continue."
The Egyptian team advanced with a goal by Emam Ashour, while Australia equalized with an own goal by Mohamed Hani.
We reached the penalty shootout, and the Egyptian team won by scoring all 4 of its penalty kicks.
The Egyptian team awaits the winner of the match between Cape Verde and Argentina.
