Egypt takes control of Group G with win over New Zealand
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 4:07 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Egypt secured its first-ever World Cup victory by defeating New Zealand 3-1 on June 22. After trailing at halftime, goals from Mostafa Zico and Mohamed Salah turned the tide in the second half. Trézéguet added a third to cement the win. This victory gives Egypt four points in Group G, positioning them for potential advancement to the knockout round, where they may face the USA, who leads Group D. They will complete group play against Iran on Friday.
- •Egypt wins 3-1 against New Zealand in World Cup Group G.
- •Mostafa Zico and Mohamed Salah scored to lead the comeback.
- •Egypt now has four points, ahead of Belgium and Iran.
- •Potential Round of 16 matchup against USA looms if both teams advance.
- •Egypt's next match is on Friday against Iran.
- 4:07 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026: Egypt storms past New Zealand to take control of Group G, set up potential knockout round match vs. USA
"Egypt's in control of Group G, whose winner could advance to a potential Round of 16 matchup against USA. Both teams have to get their first, of course.
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