July 23, 2026
Crowds gathered outside Alamein International Airport on Egypt's Mediterranean coast to greet the players and coaching staff after their return from North America
A disallowed goal and a rejected penalty appeal spark fury in the Egyptian camp
The outgoing Liverpool forward finally produces an achievement that has long eluded him and Egypt
Salah returns from injury as the Pharaohs beat Australia on penalties to make history with their first World Cup knockout victory
The captain remained a doubt this week despite participating in training
Egypt will hope Salah is good to go for their round-of-32 game against Australia next week
The forward follows pre-tournament form with a goal and assist against New Zealand
The turnaround ended decades of frustration on football's biggest stage for the Pharaohs
