Arab stars laud Egypt's Round of 16 entry

Stars of art and celebrities in Egypt and the Arab world celebrated the Egyptian national team’s qualification to the Round of 16 in the 2026 World Cup, after winning on penalties against Australia and reaching the knockout stage for the first time in history. Artists expressed their pride and happiness through photos and congratulatory messages, with many praising the team's performance, which delivered a strong match over 120 minutes that ended in a 1-1 draw before qualifying on penalties.