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Egypt, Morocco, Algeria make World Cup history in knockout stage
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Egypt, Morocco, Algeria make World Cup history in knockout stage
Morocco has already secured its place in the next round while Algeria and Egypt seek to continue North Africa's World Cup campaign.
Rosaleen Carroll
Jun 30, 2026
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Morocco's forward #9 Soufiane Rahimi celebrates after winning the penalty shootout of the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between the Netherlands and Morocco at the Monterrey Stadium in Guadalupe on June 29, 2026. — Alfredo ESTRELLA / AFP via Getty Images
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Three North African nations remain in contention at the 2026 World Cup, marking the first time Morocco, Algeria and Egypt have all reached the knockout stage of the same tournament.
Morocco was the first to advance to the Round of 16 after defeating the Netherlands 3-2 in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw on Monday. The victory........
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