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Australia vs Egypt Tickets | World Cup Round of 32
Australia head to Dallas Stadium in Arlington to begin their knockout campaign against Egypt on July 3, with kickoff at 2 pm ET (1 pm CT). As Group D runners-up, Tony Popovic's well-organized Socceroos reach the Round of 32 after a solid group campaign, and they face an Egypt side making history. The Pharaohs have reached the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time ever, with all eyes on the fitness of talisman Mohamed Salah.
Dallas Stadium, better known as AT&T Stadium and home of the NFL's Dallas Cowboys, is one of the largest and most spectacular venues at the tournament, with a retractable roof, a 160-foot video board and room for 80,000 fans. With both nations carrying passionate support and a place in the last 16 on the line, the climate-controlled bowl in Texas should produce a charged atmosphere for an evenly-matched Round of 32 tie.
How to Buy Tickets for Australia vs Egypt
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Australia vs Egypt Preview & Predictions
Australia qualified as Group D runners-up on four points, opening with a 2–0 win over Türkiye before a 2–0 defeat to the United States and a hard-fought 0–0 draw with Paraguay that secured second place. Popovic's side are disciplined, resilient and difficult to break down, and they will fancy their chances in a knockout tie against opponents they can match.
Egypt made history by reaching the knockout rounds for the first time, finishing second in Group G on five points. They drew 1–1 with Belgium, beat New Zealand 3–1 and held on for a 1–1 draw with Iran to edge through behind the Belgians on goal difference. Hossam Hassan's experienced side carry real quality, but the big question is the fitness of Mohamed Salah, who limped off in the final group game.
This is one of the most evenly-matched ties of the Round of 32, between two well-drilled sides with little to separate them. Egypt have the individual brilliance of Salah and Omar Marmoush if their star man is fit, while Australia's organization and team spirit make them awkward opponents. With both chasing a first deep run in years, it could be a tight, tense contest decided by fine margins.
Key Players to Watch
Australia look to captain and goalkeeper Mathew Ryan, a vastly experienced leader, to keep them in games, while 20-year-old winger Nestory Irankunda offers the pace and spark to change a match. Connor Metcalfe and Jackson Irvine drive the midfield, Harry Souttar provides a commanding presence at the back, and Martin Boyle carries a threat in the final third.
Egypt's hopes rest heavily on Mohamed Salah, the Liverpool star and one of the country's greatest ever players — if he is fit. Manchester City's Omar Marmoush is a dangerous, mobile forward through the middle, veteran winger Trézéguet brings experience and end product, and goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir arrives in form after a penalty save helped seal qualification against Iran.
Dallas Stadium – Match Venue
Dallas Stadium, officially AT&T Stadium, will host this Round of 32 tie in Arlington on July 3. Opened in 2009 and home to the Dallas Cowboys, it holds around 80,000 and is one of the most spectacular venues in world sport, complete with a retractable roof and one of the largest HD video boards on the planet at 160 feet wide. It has staged Super Bowl XLV, an NBA All-Star Game, WrestleMania and countless concerts, and even houses its own contemporary art collection.
Nicknamed "Jerry World" and "The Death Star", the stadium is a symbol of Texas's love of sport on a grand scale. The retractable roof and air conditioning shield fans from the summer heat, with west-side seats generally the most shaded for afternoon matches — setting the stage for one of the great venues of the tournament.
How to Get to Dallas Stadium for This Match
Dallas Stadium sits in Arlington, between Dallas and Fort Worth, with Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) around 20 miles away and roughly 25–40 minutes by road depending on traffic. Public transport is limited in Arlington, with no direct rail or metro link to the stadium, so most fans rely on rideshare services, hotel shuttles or chartered buses to reach the ground.
For those driving, there is extensive parking around the stadium, though it is best booked in advance and traffic builds heavily on event days. Given the car-centric layout, it's worth planning your journey carefully, allowing time for matchday security checks and carrying water for the Texas heat.
Dallas Fan Guide for Match Day
The Dallas–Fort Worth area offers a huge range of options on match day. Arlington itself sits beside the entertainment district around the stadium and the neighboring ballpark, while downtown Dallas and Fort Worth's Sundance Square provide lively bars, restaurants and gathering spots a short drive away. Tex-Mex, barbecue and a famous live-music scene are all part of the experience.
Expect a colorful, multicultural crowd, with Egypt's passionate traveling support out in force and a lively Australian contingent adding to the noise. With so much to see and do across the Metroplex, it's worth arriving early and making a day of the occasion.
Road to the Round of 32: Australia & Egypt
Both teams reached this stage having taken contrasting but hard-earned routes. Australia finished second in Group D on four points, beating Türkiye 2–0 before losing 2–0 to the United States and grinding out a 0–0 draw with Paraguay to secure their place. Popovic's Socceroos go through as a compact, well-organized unit.
Egypt made history. After a 1–1 draw with Belgium and a 3–1 win over New Zealand, a nervy 1–1 draw with Iran was enough to finish second in Group G on five points and reach the World Cup knockout rounds for the very first time — a landmark moment for a nation appearing at the finals once again.
The two have never met at a World Cup, with their most recent meeting a 3–0 Egypt win back in 2010. With a place in the last 16 at stake and so little between the sides, both will believe they can take a major step in their tournament — making this one of the more open ties of the round.
