Egypt have taken the lead in the round-of-16 clash against Argentina with an early goal from Yasser Ibrahim. 

The 33-year-old central defender scored an outstanding header to put his side in the lead 15 minutes into the match.

Argentina survived a scare against Cape Verde in the last round of the competition, and they will certainly not want to be in that position again. There is no doubt that they have an exceptional team, and it remains to be seen whether they can fight back quickly.

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Egypt score early against Argentina

What a ball! ⚽️

Yasser Ibrahim’s ‘perfect’ header sends Egypt ahead early doors against Argentina 😱 pic.twitter.com/JUypcQ6QMr

— ITV Football (@itvfootball) July 7, 2026

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Lionel Messi misses a penalty

Argentina had the opportunity to score the equaliser almost immediately after they were awarded a penalty in the 19th minute. Lionel Messi has been in spectacular form throughout the World Cup, but the Argentina star missed his spot kick.

Messi MISSES another penalty 🙅‍♂️

Egypt’s keeper Mostafa Shobeir throws himself at the ball to stop
Argentina capitalising on a foul on Nicolas Tagliafico 🫨 pic.twitter.com/O3RuRaU5aa

— ITV Football (@itvfootball) July 7, 2026

Meanwhile, Egypt will be looking to maintain their defensive organisation and frustrate Argentina for the rest of the game. They have players who can hurt the world champions on the counter, and the early goal certainly gives them the opportunity to exercise their game plan of sitting back and hitting Argentina on the break.