Mo Salah breaks down in tears live on BBC after historic Egypt World Cup win moments after scoring Panenka penalty

MOHAMED SALAH broke down in tears live on the BBC after guiding Egypt to their first-ever World Cup knockout win. The North African nation came out on top against Australia after a penalty shootout in Dallas. It was a historic night for Egypt who picked up their first-ever World Cup win in the group stage. It was the first time the country had reached the knockout stages of the tournament since 1934. Salah, 34, played a big role in the success as he took one of the penalties in the shootout. The Liverpool legend showcased his class with his effort as he coolly panenka’d his effort past substitute Maty Ryan. READ MORE ON THE WORLD CUP Egypt scored all four of their spot-kicks as they benefited from wayward efforts from Harry Souttar and teenager Lucas Herrington. Salah was visibly emotional after the victory and could be seen in tears as he spoke to the BBC. During the interview, he was asked about the potential meeting between himself and Lionel Messi in the last-16. Argentina play Cape Verde for a spot in the next round after the Egypt result. Most read in Sport WORLD CUP 2026 FREE BETS AND SIGN UP OFFERS World Cup 2026 - all the info IT'S A KNOCKOUT The knockout stages of the World Cup are hotting up. England believe football might finally be coming home after 60 years of hurt, with Harry Kane on fire. But the likes of France, Spain, Brazil and Argentina are all serious contenders to go all the way. Heavyweights Germany and the Netherlands have both been knocked out on penalties in the Round of 32. LATEST NEWS - All pubs that will open for England’s 1am World Cup clash - Mexican journalists planning to sabotage England’s preparations - England’s ‘spygate’ fears see chiefs make late change to schedule - The technology that kept Ronaldo’s World Cup dream alive - Ronaldo in tears as he wears Jota shirt in emotional tribute KEY INFO - World Cup 2026 full match schedule including kick-off times - World Cup 2026 full squads - World Cup 2026 rule changes - World Cup 2026 prize money VIDEO - Proper Football Daily: Get all the expert analysis each morning - Team Talk – Tactics Exposed: Dive into the tactical talking points TIPS AND BETTING If you click a link in this article, we will earn affiliate revenue. He said: “That might happen, but we must first respect the Cape Verde national team. “Argentina will play their next match shortly, and after that, we’ll see what happens.” Salah was among the Egypt group of players watching laptop highlights of Ryan before the shootout. He made the bold decision to chip in his effort after a late change of mind. He said: “If somebody was going to do it, it would be me! “I am more experienced than others and I wanted to give them confidence. I decided last minute, I had to do it.”