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New Zealand 1-3 Egypt: World Cup 2026
Thank you for joining me for a history-making day for Egypt and Mohamed Salah. The Pharaohs top Group G, New Zealand remain unable to hold onto a lead. See you back here again soon.
TL;DR
- Egypt achieved their first World Cup win in history by defeating New Zealand 3-1.
- The victory places Egypt in control of Group G with four points.
- New Zealand has now lost a lead three times in the current World Cup, remaining winless.
- Mohamed Salah and Emam Ashour were crucial to Egypt's second-half resurgence.
- Mostafa Ziko, Mohamed Salah, and Trezeguet scored for Egypt, while New Zealand's lone goal came from Surman in the first half.
- Egypt's second-half performance showcased a more decisive attacking approach compared to their first-half play.