Arab teams at 2026 World Cup: Egypt makes history as Saudi Arabia, Tunisia falter
Egypt beat New Zealand 3-1 for their first World Cup win in history
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Egypt beat New Zealand 3-1 for their first World Cup win in history
VANCOUVER: Egypt earned the first World Cup win in their history by beating New Zealand 3-1 on Sunday, putting them on track to reach the knockout round for the first time. Mohamed Salah, Mostafa Zico and Trezeguet were Egypt’s scorers after Finn Surman had given New Zealand the lead after 15 minutes of the Group G match in Vancouver. The victory puts Egypt top of Group G on four points and needing just a draw against Iran in Seattle on Friday to move into the last 32. Salah’s goal came after he exchanged passes with Zico — named after the Brazilian legend — and then curled in a shot with his left foot in the 67th minute. Salah then provided the assist for substitute Trezeguet — who himself is named after former France forward David Trezeguet — to make the game safe with a low header. “In years to come we will remember that this was one of the achievements in history,” Salah said. He praised the large Egyptian contingent in the crowd, saying: “It feels like we are playing in Egypt.
Iran played 'beautiful game' vs. Belgium under 'worst' conditions - ESPN
INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei said his team played a «beautiful game» under the «worst possible conditions» in their 0-0 draw with Belgium at SoFi Stadium on Sunday.
Belgium's Garcia laments wastefulness against Iran
INGLEWOOD, California, June 21 : Belgium coach Rudi Garcia lamented his side's wastefulness after a 0-0 draw with Iran left the Group G favourites facing a final match against New Zealand to secure a place in the World Cup round of 32.
Beiranvand heroics help Iran hold 10-man Belgium to goalless draw
INGLEWOOD, California: Ten-man Belgium were left frustrated after being held to a 0-0 draw by a determined Iran in their World Cup Group G clash in Los Angeles on Sunday (Jun 22), failing to find a way past the stubborn Iranian defence.
Iran coach says unbeaten World Cup start will be remembered in history
INGLEWOOD, California: Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei believes his team's unbeaten start to the World Cup will be written in their footballing history after a turbulent build-up marked by war-related disruption, travel complications and limited preparation.
Iran draw strength from adversity after holding Belgium to draw
INGLEWOOD, California, June 21 : Iran's players said adversity has forged a stronger sense of unity in the squad after they held heavily favoured Belgium to a 0-0 draw in their Group G World Cup match on Sunday, giving them a chance to reach the knockout stage for the first time.
Iran plays 10-man Belgium to 0-0 draw at World Cup
INGLEWOOD, California: Alireza Beiranvand made seven saves while Iran and Belgium played to a 0-0 draw at the World Cup on Sunday, with Team Melli unable to break through after the Red Devils went down to 10 men in the second half. Belgium defender Nathan Ngoy received a straight red card in the 66th minute when he miskicked a ball backward and then fouled Mehdi Taremi to prevent the Iran star from getting a clean breakaway scoring chance. Iran couldn’t capitalize, and Belgium actually generated better scoring chances down the stretch — but both teams left with their second straight draw in group play. Neither team will feel good about the result at SoFi Stadium. During a tumultuous World Cup trip affected by travel restrictions and visa denials from the US, Iran will regret missing a golden opportunity to beat a European powerhouse sitting 10th in FIFA’s world rankings while playing before a loud, supportive crowd. Iran returned to the Los Angeles area for its second straight match in front of a crowd packed with fans from the diaspora both supporting Team Melli and decrying the Iranian government with boos of the anthem and hundreds of Lion and Sun flags displayed. Iran’s World Cup cycle has been chaotic ever since the US began a war on Feb. 28.