In the ongoing tournament at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver, Egypt took the lead in the 67th minute. During the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match against New Zealand, Mohamed Salah’s goal secured an advantage for Egypt. Earlier in the 15th minute, Finn Samyn had given New Zealand the lead, which was equalized by Egypt’s Mostafa Ziko with a header in the 58th minute.
Both teams had drawn their opening matches, making this game crucial for progressing to the knockout stage. On June 22, Kathmandu time, in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G encounter, Egypt once again took the lead against New Zealand, thanks to Mohamed Salah’s second goal of the match.
