New Zealand - Egypt 1-3: Total comeback and qualification for the 'Pharaohs' to the Round of 32

Egypt staged a dramatic comeback to defeat New Zealand 3-1, securing their place in the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup. The Pharaohs, with star player Mo Salah instrumental in the victory, overturned an early deficit to claim a crucial win in Group G.

New Zealand took the lead in the 15th minute through a header from Surman following a corner. Despite creating some chances, Egypt struggled to find the equalizer in the first half, with shots from Marmoush and Ashour narrowly missing the target. The second half saw a resurgent Egyptian side.

Egypt's equalizer came in the 58th minute with a header from Zico. The momentum shifted decisively when Zico and Salah combined brilliantly, leading to Salah scoring to put Egypt ahead in the 67th minute. The victory was sealed in the 83rd minute when substitute Trezeguet headed home from a Salah corner, making the final score 3-1.

Salah was named the Most Valuable Player of the match for his significant contributions. The win means Egypt advances to the Round of 32, while New Zealand's World Cup campaign concludes. The other match in Group G saw Belgium draw 0-0 with Iran.

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Zico 58', Salah 67', Trezeguet 82'