(Video) Egypt stun Argentina as Yasser Ibrahim scores shock early World Cup goal

07.07.26 FT World Cup

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Yasser Ibrahim headed Egypt into a shock 1-0 lead over Argentina in the World Cup Round of 16 in Atlanta converting a precise 14th-minute corner.

The defending world champions found themselves trailing unexpectedly early on Tuesday. The decisive breakthrough arrived in the 14th minute. Following a dangerously whipped corner kick delivered by Mohamed Salah, center back Yasser Ibrahim rose highest in the penalty area to power a header past goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez.

Knockout Stage Jitters

This early deficit drastically alters the tactical landscape of the tie. Entering the pitch as heavy tournament favorites, Lionel Scaloni’s squad is now staring down a daunting test of character.

The South Americans already survived a massive scare against Cape Verde in the previous round requiring extra time to avoid an embarrassing early exit.

Now, they are forced to chase the game against a highly motivated defensive unit riding a wave of historic momentum from their recent shootout triumph over Australia.

Khaled Hegazy |

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