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A Cairo coffee house erupts, then goes silent as Egypt’s World Cup run meets Argentina
By Samy Magdy, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 7, 2026
· 4 min read
The small coffee house in Cairo was turned Tuesday into a tiny stadium.Several hundred people, mostly men and boys as young as 7, gathered around wall-mounted screens ahead of the kickoff whistle.The scene played out across the soccer-mad nation as Egypt faced the defending World Cup champion in ...
Key takeaway The scene played out across the soccer-mad nation as Egypt faced the defending World Cup champion in the round-of-16 fixture in Atlanta.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio 's own vibrant soccer community likely watched with interest as Egypt's national team made history in the World Cup. While the Alamo City may not have a direct connection to the Egyptian team, the passion and dedication of soccer fans here can certainly relate to the scenes of excitement and disappointment playing out in Cairo's coffee houses. As home to a diverse population with strong international ties, San Antonio may have its own residents with roots in Egypt or Argentina, adding a personal layer to the global competition. The city's own soccer enthusiasts, who regularly gather to watch matches and support local teams, can appreciate the electric atmosphere described in Egyptian fan zones and coffee houses. With the World Cup capturing attention worldwide, San Antonio's soccer fans may be inspired to come together and cheer on their favorite teams, fostering a sense of community and camaraderie similar to that seen in Egypt during the tournament.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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