The Egypt vs Argentina match, held Tuesday evening in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ended with Argentina winning 3-2 in a thrilling encounter.

Argentina managed to turn the match around after falling two goals behind, scoring three late goals to secure qualification for the quarter-finals.

Egypt vs Argentina Result in World Cup 2026

Argentina Turns Defeat Into Victory

Egypt started the match strongly and managed to take a 2-0 lead, but the defending champions responded with three consecutive goals to claim a dramatic victory.

The Egyptian national team delivered an impressive performance against the reigning world champions, but Argentina’s experience proved decisive in the final moments.

Egypt vs Argentina Match Goals

Yasser Ibrahim Gives Egypt the Lead

Yasser Ibrahim scored Egypt’s opening goal in the 15th minute after converting a cross from Marwan Attia and sending the ball past Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez.

With this goal, Yasser Ibrahim became the eighth player to score for Egypt in the history of the nation’s FIFA World Cup appearances.

Mostafa Shobeir Shines Against Messi

In the 21st minute, Egypt goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir made a brilliant save to deny Lionel Messi from the penalty spot after stopping his shot directed toward the left side of the goal.

With this save, Shobeir became the fifth goalkeeper in World Cup history to save two penalties in the same tournament edition.

Messi Hits the Post

Lionel Messi continued to threaten Egypt’s goal, but the right post denied him from a powerful direct free-kick attempt in the 31st minute.

Egypt Scores the Second Goal

Mostafa Ziko Extends Egypt’s Lead

Egypt thought it had scored a second goal in the 59th minute through Mostafa Ziko after an individual effort from Haitham Hassan and an assist from Mohamed Salah, but the goal was ruled out due to a foul during the build-up.

However, Mostafa Ziko returned in the 67th minute to score Egypt’s second goal after a brilliant pass from Haitham Hassan, giving Egypt a two-goal advantage.

Argentina’s Late Comeback

Romero Reduces the Deficit

Cristian Romero pulled one goal back for Argentina in the 79th minute with a powerful header after a precise assist from Lionel Messi.

Messi Scores the Equalizer

In the 84th minute, Lionel Messi equalized for Argentina with a powerful shot that found the back of the Egyptian net.

Enzo Fernandez Completes the Comeback

During stoppage time, specifically in the 90+3 minute, Enzo Fernandez scored Argentina’s third goal to complete the comeback and send his team into the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals.

Argentina’s Quarter-Final Opponent

Following the victory over Egypt, Argentina will face the winner of the Colombia vs Switzerland match in the World Cup quarter-finals.

The quarter-final match is scheduled for 4:00 AM on Sunday, July 12, Cairo time.

What was the result of Egypt vs Argentina in World Cup 2026?

Argentina defeated Egypt 3-2 in the Round of 16.

Who scored Egypt’s goals against Argentina?

Yasser Ibrahim scored the first goal, while Mostafa Ziko scored the second.

Who scored Argentina’s goals against Egypt?

Cristian Romero, Lionel Messi, and Enzo Fernandez scored Argentina’s three goals.

Did Argentina qualify for the quarter-finals?

Yes, Argentina advanced to the quarter-finals after defeating Egypt.

When is Argentina’s next match?

Argentina’s quarter-final match will be played on Sunday, July 12, at 4:00 AM Cairo time.