The Socceroos’ heartbreaking World Cup defeat to Egypt has been criticised for the “worst handled head injury” after Mohamed Hany was allowed to continue despite appearing to be knocked unconscious.

The concussion substitute option was used in FIFA World Cup 2026 during the Group G match between Egypt and New Zealand, played at BC Place Vancouver, on Sunday.

Egypt defender Mohamed Hany has become the first player in World Cup history to have two own-goals in the same tournament. A free kick by Australia midfielder Aiden O'Neill in the 55th minute Friday went off Hany's head and into the net to even the score in the round of 32 match at 1-1.