Mostafa Shobeir Matches Essam El-Hadary Record After Heroic Save vs Iran
Egypt goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir makes history by saving a penalty against Iran in the 2026 World Cup, matching Essam El-Hadary’s record.
By: Mostafa Shobeir
A historic moment for Egypt’s goalkeeper
Egypt and Al Ahly goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir made history after saving a penalty against Iran in the final group stage match of the 2026 World Cup, matching legendary keeper Essam El-Hadary’s record.
A crucial penalty save
Shobeir delivered a key moment by stopping a penalty taken by Iran captain Mehdi Taremi in the first half, a save that proved decisive in Egypt’s strong performance.
World Cup statistics
According to Stats Foot, Shobeir became the third goalkeeper in the tournament to save a penalty so far, with notable misses also including Lionel Messi and Strand Larsen.
Match summary
The match between Egypt and Iran ended 1-1, with Mahmoud Saber scoring early for Egypt before Iran equalized in the 14th minute.
Egypt reach Round of 32
Egypt qualified as runners-up in Group 7 with 5 points, setting up a Round of 32 clash against Australia.
Next match vs Australia
The match will take place on Friday, July 3 at 9 PM Cairo time at Dallas Stadium and will be broadcast on beIN Sports Max and streaming platforms.
Suspension concern
Mohamed Lasheen will miss the Australia match after receiving his second yellow card of the group stage.
Who is Egypt’s goalkeeper in this story?
Mostafa Shobeir.
What did Shobeir achieve?
He saved a penalty and matched Essam El-Hadary’s World Cup record.
What was the Egypt vs Iran result?
1-1 draw.
Who will Egypt face next?
Australia in the Round of 32.
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