Prior to this match, Egypt had not won a game on the World Cup stage, with a record of three draws and five losses. This victory marks a historic achievement for the team, as they also scored multiple goals in a World Cup match for the first time since losing 4-2 to Hungary in the 1934 tournament.
With this win, Egypt now has four points from one win and one draw, placing them at the top of Group G and giving them a favorable position for advancing to the Round of 32.
New Zealand, on the other hand, fell to the bottom of the group with one draw and one loss, earning just one point. Iran and Belgium are currently in second and third place, respectively, both with two draws and two points.
Egypt initially fell behind in the match, conceding a header from Finn Surman off a corner kick in the 15th minute.
After a scoreless first half, Egypt made tactical adjustments in the second half, moving Omar Marmoush from a central forward position to the wing and pushing Salah and Mostafa Zico forward.
The changes paid off quickly, as Egypt equalized in the 58th minute. Mohamed Hani delivered a cross from the right side of the penalty area, which Zico headed into the net after deflecting off the opposing goalkeeper.
Building on their momentum, Egypt took the lead in the 65th minute. Salah exchanged passes with Zico on the right side of the penalty area before moving centrally and scoring with a precise left-footed shot.
Egypt sealed the victory in the 76th minute when Salah delivered a corner kick that was finished with a diving header by substitute Trezeguet, making the score 3-1.
With the lead secured, Egypt maintained their advantage for the remainder of the match.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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