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Salah Scores, Egypt Earn First World Cup Win

6/23/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Mohamed Salah scored in the 67th minute, delivering Egypt’s first World Cup win after nine attempts.
Egypt beat New Zealand 2-1 in the group stage, moving toward the last-32.
Trezeguet headed in Salah’s corner to confirm the victory.
Salah said the win was a great achievement.
He added that the next game is very important.

History

Historical Context

In 1990 Cameroon became the first African side to reach the World Cup quarter-finals, topping a group that included defending champions Argentina after a 1-0 upset and scoring four goals through 38-year-old Roger Milla. Their breakthrough earned FIFA an extra CAF slot for 1994, and Egypt’s 2-1 win over New Zealand that same tournament marked the nation’s first World Cup victory.

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Story summary

Mohamed Salah scored in the 67th minute, delivering Egypt’s first World Cup win after nine attempts.
Egypt beat New Zealand 2-1 in the group stage, moving toward the last-32.
Trezeguet headed in Salah’s corner to confirm the victory.
Salah said the win was a great achievement.
He added that the next game is very important.

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