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Imam Ashour’s 123 km/h strike gives Egypt a World Cup lead over Belgium
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First reported by N12 · Jun 15, 2026
What happened
Imam Ashour scored a first-half goal for Egypt against Belgium in their 2026 World Cup opener, putting Egypt ahead 1-0. FIFA said the shot reached 123 km/h, and it was Ashour’s first international goal in his 31st appearance.
- 01Egypt led Belgium 1-0 at halftime in its 2026 World Cup opener.
- 02Imam Ashour scored from a shot that FIFA clocked at 123 km/h.
- 03The goal was Ashour’s first for Egypt in his 31st national-team appearance.
- 04Ashour plays for Al Ahly and is 28 years old.
- 05He was the Egyptian league’s top scorer in 2024/25 despite repeated injuries.
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MakoCenter · HebrewJun 15, 2026
Imam Ashour’s 123 km/h strike gives Egypt a World Cup lead over Belgium
N12Center · HebrewJun 15, 2026
Imam Ashour fires a 123 km/h rocket as Egypt strikes first against Belgium
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