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Record-breaking keeper saves penalty, but Egypt fall to Saudis

8 years ago

Egypt's goalkeeper Essam El Hadary (C) is congratulated by his teammates after saving a penalty during the Russia 2018 World Cup Group A football match between Saudi Arabia and Egypt at the Volgograd Arena in Volgograd on June 25, 2018. Egypt goalkeeper Essam El Hadary, 45, is the oldest player ever to appear at a World Cup competition upon appearing in the team to face Saudi Arabia in Volgograd. Mark RALSTON / AFP

Essam El Hadary, the oldest player ever to appear at a World Cup, marked his record achievement with one outstanding penalty save for Egypt...

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