AustraliavsEgypt

Australia and Egypt drew 1–1. Goalscorers — Australia: M. Hany 55' (OG), J. Irvine 120'+2 (pen), A. Mabil 120'+3 (pen); Egypt: E. Ashour 13', M. Saber 120'+1 (pen), R. Rabia 120'+2 (pen), M. Salah 120'+3 (pen).

Australia met Egypt in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Dallas Stadium in Arlington on Friday, July 3, 2026. It belongs to the Round of 32 — the opening knockout stage introduced for the expanded 48-team format in 2026, bringing together the 12 group winners, 12 runners-up and the eight best third-placed teams. From this point the tournament is win-or-go-home.

Australia go in ranked 27th in the FIFA World Ranking to Egypt's 29th — a gap of 2 places that is narrow enough that form, fitness and the occasion may matter more than seeding. It is an inter-confederation meeting — Australia of AFC against Egypt of CAF — the kind of contrast in styles the World Cup exists to stage.

Australia head to the 2026 World Cup seeking to build on their impressive round-of-16 appearance at the 2022 tournament, where the Socceroos captured the hearts of the nation with a run that reignited interest in football across the country. That campaign, which included a memorable group-stage victory over Denmark, demonstrated that Australian football has made significant strides in developing players capable of competing at the highest level.

Egypt are the most successful nation in Africa Cup of Nations history with seven titles, and their footballing heritage is deeply embedded in the nation's culture. The Pharaohs possess one of the world's most recognizable players in Mohamed Salah, whose brilliance at Liverpool has made him a global icon.

Australia: Australia have qualified for the World Cup six times: 1974, 2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022. Egypt: Egypt have appeared at three World Cups: 1934, 1990, and 2018.

The match is scheduled at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, United States. Kickoff is scheduled for Friday, July 3, 2026 at 06:00 PM (02:00 PM ET).