World Cup · World · Round of 16FT
Argentina3-2
Egypt
Tue 07 Jul · 16:00📍 Mercedes-Benz StadiumRef · François Letexier, France
Argentina vs Egypt Result & Match Review
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World Cup · World · Round of 16ArgentinaEgyptAI After-Match ReportPowered by BetLogic AIPost-match editorial report · Final reportArgentina Edges Egypt 3-2 in Thrilling World Cup Round of 16 Clash
Match result
Argentina 3-2 Egypt (FT).
In a closely contested Round of 16 match at the neutral Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Argentina secured a 3-2 victory over Egypt to advance in the World Cup.
What happened
Egypt took an early lead through Y. Ibrahim in the 15th minute, but Argentina responded after Messi missed a penalty at 21 minutes. Egypt regained the lead with M. Ziko's goal in the 67th minute. Argentina then scored three unanswered goals in the final quarter—Romero at 79', Messi at 83', and Fernandez at 90'—to clinch the win. The match featured six goals and four yellow cards, with Egypt receiving multiple cautions late in the game.
Key turning points
Key moments included Messi’s missed penalty at 21 minutes, which could have given Argentina an early advantage. The cancellation of a goal by Egypt’s Mostafa Ziko at 59 minutes was also pivotal. Argentina’s late surge with three goals between the 79th and 90th minutes decisively turned the match in their favor.
Stats that mattered
Argentina dominated expected goals (2.84 to 0.89), ball possession (64% to 36%), total shots (19 to 5), shots on goal (7 to 2), and corner kicks (6 to 1), underscoring their control and attacking dominance throughout the match.
BetLogic AI prediction review
The pre-match BetLogic prediction favored Argentina or a draw with a 96% probability, which aligned well with the final result as Argentina secured the win.
What this means next
Argentina advances to the World Cup quarter-finals, continuing their pursuit of the title. Egypt's tournament run ends at the Round of 16 stage.
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Match result — quick answer
- Result read
- Argentina 3-2 Egypt (FT).
- What happened?
- In a closely contested Round of 16 match at the neutral Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Argentina secured a 3-2 victory over Egypt to advance in the World Cup.
- Risk note
- All match analyses are based solely on supplied data and do not guarantee future outcomes.