Salah’s Panenka Ends 92-Year Wait as Egypt Edge Australia to Reach World Cup Last 16

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Egypt booked a place in the World Cup round of 16 for the first time after defeating Australia in a penalty shootout. They finished second in Group D with five points from two draws and a win, setting up the knockout clash. Mohamed Salah set up the opener in the 13th minute, before Australia levelled via an own goal in the second half. Neither side could break the deadlock in extra time, but Egypt held their nerve in the shootout. Salah’s cheeky Panenka and a decisive kick from Hossam Abdelmaguid secured a 4–2 win, ending a 92-year knockout drought.

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