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Egypt Overview

Officially: Increase in the Number of Teams at the Africa Cup of Nations

A new decision from the African Confederation

Argentina v Egypt: Round of 16 - FIFA World Cup 2026

Marmoush was the victim.. Paredes reopens Egypt's World Cup wound with a historic moment

An "objection" preserved the world champion's prestige against Egypt.

A painting immortalises the Marmoush moment.. Argentina's star celebrates the picture that denied Egypt the miracle

A picture Egypt will never forget, and one Paredes hangs in his home.

The Water Minutes That Turned the Tables.. What Did the Cooling Breaks Do at the World Cup?

Shocking Figures on Cooling Breaks at the World Cup

Biggest winners and losers of the 2026 World Cup

The 2026 World Cup came to a close in New Jersey on Sunday as Spain were deservedly crowned champions after a dour 1-0 win over 10-man Argentina in one of the worst finals in the tournament history. La Roja substitute Ferran Torres scored the only goal of a game that was essentially attack versus defence even before Enzo Fernandez got himself stupidly sent off for a second yellow card in the final minute of normal time.

Argentina v Algeria: Group J - FIFA World Cup 2026

‘Word Messi can scare some’ - Egypt avoided frightening team talk

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has revealed his unique psychological approach to facing Argentina at the 2026 World Cup, admitting he intentionally avoided mentioning Lionel Messi by name. The Pharaohs boss was determined to prevent his squad from becoming overwhelmed by the aura of the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner.