Egypt End 92-year Wait For World Cup Win As Salah Fires Pharaohs To Historic Victory

Mohamed Salah inspired Egypt to a landmark 3-1 comeback victory over New Zealand on Monday, securing the Pharaohs’ first-ever FIFA World Cup win and sending them to the top of Group G.
The triumph ended a 92-year wait for a World Cup victory and marked a significant milestone in Egyptian football history as Hossam Hassan’s side recovered from a first-half deficit to claim all three points.
Egypt found themselves behind at the interval after defender Finn Surman powered home a header from a corner to give New Zealand a deserved lead. The All Whites had looked the more organised and dangerous side during the opening 45 minutes, frustrating Egypt and largely keeping Salah out of the cont...