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Egypt earns first World Cup win, Cape Verde nets draw with Uruguay

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Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Egypt earns first World Cup win, Cape Verde nets draw with Uruguay

Summary

Egypt secured its first-ever victory at the World Cup by defeating New Zealand 3-1. Spain also performed emphatically, defeating Saudi Arabia 4-0, while Cape Verde scored its first World Cup goal in a 2-2 draw with Uruguay. Meanwhile, Belgium continued to struggle, managing only a 0-0 draw against Iran in Group G. The tournament continues as teams vie for positions in the knockout stages.

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•Egypt wins 3-1 against New Zealand for first World Cup victory.
•Spain thrashes Saudi Arabia 4-0, topping Group H.
•Cape Verde draws 2-2 with Uruguay, scoring their first World Cup goal.
•Belgium draws 0-0 with Iran, facing ongoing challenges in the tournament.
•Tournament continues with more matches scheduled, including defending champions Argentina.

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