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.
Savea to captain New Zealand in Nations Championship tests
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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
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Egypt, New Zealand field unchanged teams in hunt for historic World Cup win
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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.