Egyptians dream of toppling Argentina in historic World Cup match
- Cairo, Egypt — In the hours before a historic day for millions of Egyptians, the scene is set across the country: flags flutter over cars and balconies, patriotic songs blare from loudspeakers, and cafes are transformed into mini stadiums.
- And from public transport to workplaces and markets, every conversation is centred around one question: Will the Pharaohs continue their historic World Cup run when they play against Argentina?
- Egypt face the reigning world champions in a round-of-16 fixture in Atlanta, United States, on Tuesday.
Unverified
- Cairo, Egypt — In the hours before a historic day for millions of Egyptians, the scene is set across the country: flags flutter over cars and balconies, patriotic songs blare from loudspeakers, and cafes are transformed into mini stadiums.
- And from public transport to workplaces and markets, every conversation is centred around one question: Will the Pharaohs continue their historic World Cup run when they play against Argentina?
- Egypt face the reigning world champions in a round-of-16 fixture in Atlanta, United States, on Tuesday.
Sources: Al Jazeera