Egypt and Australia Head to Extra Time at World Cup
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A World Cup match at Seattle Stadium that had been circled on the calendar for months, as much for what could happen off the field as on it, ends in a 1-1 tie.
Egypt beat Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout to advance to the Round of 16 after a 1-1 draw in Dallas on Friday.
Kevin Gallagher spent about $700 to watch the World Cup match between Egypt and Iran even though he describes himself as a “medium-term soccer fan.” Gallagher, 70, didn’t want to miss the game on Friday that city officials had designated as a “Pride Match,
An 18-hour flight wasn't going to stop these Egypt fans. They talk about the energy that they will bring to today's match against Australia.
Friday’s World Cup Group G meeting between Egypt vs. Iran at Lumen Field coincides with Seattle Pride, the city’s celebrations to promote the rights and freedoms of the LGBTQ+ community, which usually takes place during the final weekend of June.
The confrontation drew scrutiny online. Police characterized it as a credentialing issue that was later resolved, while a City Council member said the officer's actions were overly aggressive.
Australian coach Tony Popovic has warned his side against getting caught up in the occasion as they chase a first-ever FIFA World Cup knockout win, but added, no matter what "this group's already made history.
