Mohamed Salah leads Egypt to historic first World Cup win with 3-1 victory over New Zealand
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Yosua Arya
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Egypt secured their first-ever World Cup victory by defeating New Zealand 3-1 at BC Place, recovering from an early deficit. Mohamed Salah scored and assisted to lead the Pharaohs to three points in Group G, moving them to four points after a draw with Belgium in their opening match. New Zealand had taken an early lead through Finn Surman's header from a set-piece in the 15th minute.
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