International Football · Thursday, July 9, 2026
Infantino pays tribute to Egypt after Round of 16 elimination
The FIFA president raised the Egyptian flag following the Pharaohs' defeat against Argentina in the final phase.
By Editorial team
Egypt was eliminated in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup after their 3-2 defeat to Argentina. Gianni Infantino, FIFA president, surprised Egyptian supporters by waving the national flag as a sign of respect for the team and its fans. This symbolic gesture marked the farewell of the Pharaohs' squad from the competition being held in North America.