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Egypt and Al Ahly goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir has signed with CAA Base as his new representatives. His current contract expires in June 2027, and clubs are reportedly approaching after his World Cup performances.
Africa sent its largest-ever contingent to the 2026 World Cup. While five teams exited after conceding late goals, debutants Cape Verde and others made history. Only Morocco reached the quarter-finals, but the continent showed progress ahead of the 2030 tournament in Africa.
Argentina's football association is investigating a possible cyber attack after emails from its official accounts criticized refereeing in the national team's 3-2 win against Egypt at the World Cup. The AFA said the emails were not authorized and may have been sent by hackers of Egyptian origin.
FIFA refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina says 'nobody can question the integrity' of World Cup match officials after Egypt filed a complaint over officiating in their 3-2 loss to Argentina. Collina backed the VAR decisions that overturned an Egypt goal and allowed Argentina's winner.
Egypt has accused FIFA of bias favoring Argentina and Lionel Messi after their 3-2 loss. Allegations include refereeing errors and the appointment of an all-Argentine officiating team for France vs. Morocco. An analysis examines the claims.
Argentina staged a remarkable comeback from 2-0 down with 11 minutes remaining to beat Egypt 3-2, but the match was overshadowed by VAR controversy. BBC's Football Issues Correspondent Dale Johnson joins the podcast to dissect the decisions that denied Egypt a famous victory.
Egyptian goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir is the son of Ahmed Shobeir, who played in the 1990 World Cup match against Ireland, notorious for time-wasting and influencing the back-pass rule.
Argentina were minutes from a shock World Cup exit against Egypt, but Lionel Messi transformed the game with a brilliant performance, turning a potential upset into a legendary 3-2 victory. The match was marked by controversy, with Egypt feeling aggrieved by key decisions.
Argentina survived a scare and delivered an incredible second-half comeback to defeat Egypt and reach the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals.
Enzo Fernandez scored a late header to give Argentina the lead against Egypt in their 2026 World Cup round of 16 match.
Lionel Messi missed his second penalty of the 2026 World Cup as Egypt's Mostafa Shobeir saved his effort in Atlanta.
Mostafa Zico's goal for Egypt was ruled out by VAR after a foul on Lisandro Martinez in the buildup during their World Cup last-16 match in Atlanta.
Yasser Ibrahim scored Egypt's first-ever goal in a World Cup Round of 16 match, marking a historic moment for Egyptian football.
Former Egypt assistant coach Tito Garcia Sanjuan says the Pharaohs' competitiveness, tactical flexibility, and domestic league strength, not just Mohamed Salah, make them a threat against Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16.
Argentina overcame a spirited Cabo Verde in extra time to reach the Round of 16, where they will face Egypt after the Pharaohs beat Australia on penalties. Cabo Verde twice came from behind before an own goal decided the match.
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in Dallas, securing their first knockout win at a FIFA World Cup. Mohamed Salah scored a Panenka penalty as the Pharaohs advanced to face Argentina or Cabo Verde.
Egypt beat Australia on penalties to secure their first-ever World Cup knockout stage victory, advancing to the round of 16 where they will face either Argentina or Cape Verde.
Mohamed Salah said his Panenka penalty for Egypt against Australia in the 2026 World Cup shootout was a last-minute decision. Egypt advanced to the round of 16 after the win.
Emam Ashour scored a header to give Egypt the lead against Australia in their 2026 World Cup round of 32 match in Dallas.
Ahmed Shobeir, Egypt's iconic goalkeeper from 1990, watches his son Mostafa shine at the 2026 World Cup. Mostafa's penalty save against Iran helped Egypt reach the knockout stage for the first time. Ahmed reflects on his own career, the pressure of being Egypt's No.1, and his pride in his son's achievements.
