Hundreds welcome Egypt after successful World Cup 2026 run

Hundreds of fans welcomed Egypt’s national football team home after their impressive World Cup performance, which concluded with a dramatic last-16 loss to Argentina. Supporters gathered at el-Alamein Airport, waving Egyptian and Palestinian flags, celebrating their team’s historic first World Cup victory and unprecedented advancement to the knockout stage. Team captain Mohamed Salah expressed hopes for a “new beginning” for Egyptian football, while the Egyptian Football Association filed a complaint regarding officiating in the match against Argentina.

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