Marwan Attia

Marwan Attia is a professional footballer who plays for the Egyptian national team. He recently gained attention during the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 match between Egypt and Argentina. Attia was involved in Egypt's opening goal, providing the corner kick that led to Yasser Ibrahim's header in the 15th minute. This goal gave Egypt a surprising 1-0 lead against the reigning champions, Argentina. Although Egypt ultimately lost the match 3-2 after a late comeback by Argentina, Attia's contribution highlights his role in the team's performance during this significant international tournament. His involvement in a key moment against a top-tier opponent makes him newsworthy in the context of the World Cup.