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Egypt Creates History at FIFA World Cup, Defeats New Zealand 3-1 for Maiden Tournament Triumph

NewsRabindra Sahoo24 Jun 2026

Vancouver, June 24 {UDN}:  Egypt registered its first-ever victory in FIFA World Cup history by defeating New Zealand 3–1. The historic win marked a significant milestone for Egyptian football, as the team delivered an impressive performance to secure all three points.

With this victory, Egypt etched its name into the World Cup record books and boosted its confidence for the upcoming matches in the tournament. New Zealand fought hard but could not overcome Egypt's attacking strength and disciplined play.