Summary
The match was tied, so they decided the winner with a series of penalty kicks.
That win moves Egypt into the round of 16, where sixteen teams keep playing.
Key Points
3 points1
First victory for Egypt in the World Soccer Tournament.
2
Win achieved after a penalty shoot‑out against Australia.
3
Advancement to the round of 16, the next knockout stage.
New Words to Learn
4 wordspenalties
special kicks taken after a tie to choose a winner.
round of 16
the part of the competition with sixteen teams left.
knockout stage
the part of the tournament where losing a game means you are out.
World Soccer Tournament
the major international soccer event held every four years.
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