Salah scores and Egypt downs New Zealand 3-1 for first World Cup victory
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Key Points:
- Egypt secured their first World Cup victory by defeating New Zealand 3-1, with Mohamed Salah scoring the go-ahead goal and celebrating his 68th international goal.
- The win places Egypt at the top of Group G, but they still need at least a draw against Iran in their next match to advance to the knockout round.
- New Zealand took an early lead through Finn Surman but was unable to hold on, remaining winless in the tournament with a crucial upcoming match against Belgium.
- Egypt’s coach Hossam Hassan emphasized determination after halftime, motivating the team to come from behind and secure the win.
- Earlier matches in Group G included a 1-1 draw between Egypt and Belgium, and a scoreless draw between Iran and Belgium, leaving the group tightly contested.
