Mohamed Salah celebrates Egypt's first World Cup win in Vancouver

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Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Mohamed Salah celebrates Egypt's first World Cup win in Vancouver
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Mohamed Salah led wild celebrations in Vancouver after Egypt secured a historic 3-1 victory over New Zealand, marking their first ever World Cup win. The Pharaohs fell behind early but rallied with goals from Mostafa Ziko and Salah, followed by Trezeguet's clinching strike. The team is now poised to qualify for the knockout stage, sitting atop their group with a draw against Belgium already in hand. Egypt's final group match is scheduled against Iran on June 27 in Seattle.

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  • Egypt wins 3-1 against New Zealand in World Cup match
  • Mohamed Salah scores a key goal after a 15th-minute deficit
  • Egypt sits atop their group after drawing with Belgium
  • Next match is against Iran on June 27 in Seattle
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The Egypt captain had scored in his side’s 3-1 victory over New Zealand

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