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Egypt wins in World Cup knockout round debut with 4-2 penalty shootout edge over Australia
By Associated Press at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 4, 2026
· 4 min read
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — No matter what Mohamed Salah decides about his future with Egyptian soccer — more World Cups or not — the star striker can say he was the captain for the country’s first victory in the knockout round.Hossam Abdelmaguid scored the deciding goal in a shootout, and Egypt won ...
Key takeaway “Me feeling today is that it’s incredible,” said Salah, the 34-year-old former Liverpool player who is one behind national team coach Hossam Hassan’s Egyptian record of 69 international goals.
Why this matters in The Midland
The World Cup matchup between Egypt and Australia may seem like a distant event to Midland residents, but the fact that it took place in nearby Arlington, Texas, brings it closer to home. The sold-out crowd of 70,244 fans at the Dallas Cowboys' stadium is a testament to the strong soccer following in the Permian Basin area. As the Egyptian team advances to the round of 16, local soccer enthusiasts may be inspired to follow the tournament more closely. The presence of international soccer events in the region can also have a positive impact on Midland's own soccer community, potentially drawing more attention and investment to local teams and facilities. With Egypt set to face defending champion Argentina in the next round, fans in Midland may find themselves tuning in to cheer on the underdog Pharaohs and experience the excitement of the World Cup firsthand.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — No matter what Mohamed Salah decides about his future with Egyptian soccer — more World Cups or not — the star striker can say he was the captain for the country’s first victory in the knockout round.Hossam Abdelmaguid scored the deciding goal in a shootout, and Egypt won ...
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