His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has congratulated Egypt after they qualified for the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

"Congratulations to the Egyptian people and their leadership on the qualification of the Egyptian national team to the round of 16 in the World Cup...," he posted on his account X platform.

"The joy of the Arabs today is Egyptian.. A heroic performance.. A fighting spirit.. And an entertaining match for the Pharaohs... All the best to all Arabs.. All the joy to our Arab peoples..," Sheikh Mohammed added.

Egypt beat Australia 4-2 on ‌penalties to advance to the World Cup last 16 after a 1-1 draw at the end of extra time ⁠on Friday.

It is Egypt’s ⁠first win in a knockout game at the World Cup and they will be meeting defending champions Argentina in Atlanta on Tuesday.