Argentina vs Egypt Highlights & Replay

The football world held its breath on July 7, 2026, as Argentina and Egypt faced off in a highly anticipated World Cup encounter. The atmosphere was electric, promising a clash of styles between the South American giants and the resilient Pharaohs in a game that would eventually defy logic.

Early Shocks and Missed Opportunities

Egypt stunned the stadium just 15 minutes into the match when Yasser Ibrahim rose highest to meet a Marwan Attia corner, powering a header into the bottom right corner. Argentina were handed a lifeline shortly after when Nicolás Tagliafico won a penalty, but Mostafa Shobeir produced a spectacular save to deny Lionel Messi from the spot. The frustration for the Albiceleste continued throughout the first half, as Messi also saw a signature free-kick strike the left post, leaving the world champions trailing at the interval.

VAR Drama and the Egyptian Double

The second half began with high tension, and the drama escalated when a Mostafa Zico goal was ruled out by VAR in the 58th minute. However, the Egyptian striker would not be denied for long. In the 67th minute, a lightning-fast break led by Haissem Hassan set up Mostafa Zico, who calmly slotted the ball home to double Egypt’s lead. At 2-0 down, Argentina appeared to be staring at a shock defeat as the minutes ticked away and the Egyptian defense held firm.

The Great Escape

With just over ten minutes remaining, the momentum shifted violently. In the 79th minute, Cristian Romero ignited the comeback by heading home a pin-point cross from Lionel Messi. The pressure became unbearable for the Egyptian backline, and in the 83rd minute, Messi himself leveled the score with a clinical left-footed finish following an assist from Gonzalo Montiel. The ultimate turnaround was completed in stoppage time when Enzo Fernández found the bottom corner in the 92nd minute after a rapid counter-attack spearheaded by Lautaro Martínez. A flurry of late yellow cards for Egypt, including bookings for Haissem Hassan and Marwan Attia, signaled the end of a chaotic and emotional night for both nations.