Egypt claimed a vital 3-1 win over New Zealand in their second Group G match at the 2026 World Cup, coming from behind in a game that swung decisively in the second half thanks to captain Mohamed Salah. (ESPN)
New Zealand take a surprise lead
New Zealand stunned Egypt with an early goal in the 15th minute through Finn Surman from a corner kick, leaving the Pharaohs trailing at half-time and their fans anxious for a response. (Outlook India)
Salah turns it around in nine minutes
Egypt roared back in the second half as Mohamed Salah equalized in the 67th minute, before setting up Trezeguet for a header from a corner in the 84th minute to put the Pharaohs ahead, completing a remarkable turnaround in just nine minutes. (Outlook India)
A third goal seals it
Egypt added a third goal late on to seal the 3-1 win, a result that highlighted the team's mental resilience after falling behind early in a must-win-feeling encounter. (Yahoo Sports)
Group G implications
The win gives Egypt a major boost in the Group G standings ahead of the final round of matchday fixtures, strengthening their hopes of reaching the round of 32 after showing the character to overturn a deficit in a high-stakes match.
Salah's continued influence
Mohamed Salah continues to be central to Egypt's World Cup campaign, directly involved in two of his side's three goals against New Zealand. Malaab Al-An will keep following Egypt's journey through the remainder of the group stage.