Salah's World Cup pain ends as he fires Egypt to historic win
Salah scored once and assisted once as Egypt rallied from 1-0 down, moving top of Group G with four points.
- On Sunday, Mohamed Salah inspired Egypt to a 3-1 victory over New Zealand in Vancouver, marking the nation's first-ever World Cup win and moving them atop Group G.
- New Zealand took an early lead through defender Finn Surman's header, but Egypt shifted momentum after the break when Mostafa Zico equalized in the 58th minute.
- Salah scored the go-ahead goal in the 67th minute before providing an assist in the 82nd minute for substitute Mahmoud Trezeguet, sealing the 3-1 result.
- Coach Hossam Hassan celebrated the historic achievement as fans in Vancouver erupted, with Hassan telling players, "We're playing in Egypt," amid the team's victory.
- Egypt concludes group play against Iran in Seattle on Friday, June 26, where a draw would secure a Round of 32 spot; the team holds a 99% advancement chance.
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World Cup: Salah leads Egypt to historic win over New Zealand
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