Three African teams lose World Cup leads, exit tournament
via Punch Nigeria9 min read
Egypt, Senegal, and DR Congo were eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after each team surrendered a winning position in the knockout stage. Egypt lost 3-2 to Argentina in the Round of 16, despite holding a 2-0 lead with 11 minutes remaining. Senegal, also with a two-goal advantage, fell 3-2 to Belgium in the Round of 32 after extra time. DR Congo was defeated 2-1 by England in the Round of 32, having held an early lead. These outcomes highlight a recurring pattern of African teams struggling to maintain leads against higher-ranked opponents in the tournament's closing stages, prompting discussions on game management and tactical discipline.
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