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Egypt's World Cup squad denied travel request after New Zealand win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 6:16 PM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Egypt's World Cup squad denied travel request after New Zealand win

Summary

Egypt's FIFA World Cup team, led by Mohamed Salah, has been denied permission to remain in Seattle following their 3-1 victory over New Zealand. This win marked Egypt's first-ever triumph in a World Cup match. The request to stay was aimed at facilitating better preparation for their upcoming Group G game against Iran on June 27. Instead, the team must return to Spokane, Washington, to continue training before determining a new departure date to Seattle.

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By the Numbers

•Egypt defeated New Zealand 3-1 in their World Cup match.
•Local security authorities denied their request to stay in Seattle.
•The team returns to Spokane for training ahead of their next game.
•Egypt plays Iran in Seattle on June 27.

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6:16 PMYahoo Sports — Egypt's World Cup travel request refused by security authorities after key win

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Egypt's FIFA World Cup squad, led by Mohamed Salah, has been denied permission by security authorities to stay in Seattle following their historic win over New Zealand
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