Mohamed Salah claim Superior Player of the Match as Egypt grab historic World Cup win vs New Zealand 

Mohamed Salah win Superior Player of the Match award after e help Egypt turn game around beat New Zealand 3-1 for their first-ever FIFA World Cup victory in Vancouver.

Egypt start the match slowly and dem find themselves behind early, but dem bounce back strongly in the second half as Salah and Zico both score one goal and provide one assist each to lead the comeback, na weytin Hitvibz dey yan be dat.

Mohamed Salah and Zico carry Egypt comeback for big World Cup stage

Egypt no really show their best football for the first half and New Zealand take advantage as Surman head ball enter net from corner kick after 15 minutes.

As dem return from halftime, the Pharaohs come out with fresh energy and begin dominate the game, putting serious pressure on New Zealand defence.

Zico equalise with close-range header before e later set up Mohamed Salah with a fine pass. The Liverpool star no waste the chance as e calmly score to give Egypt the lead.

Egypt climb top of Group G after statement victory

As New Zealand struggle to handle Egypt’s attack, Trezeguet add the third goal late for the game with diving header to seal the victory.

Egypt nearly score another goal for added time, but New Zealand goalkeeper Crocombe make brilliant save to stop Zizo.

The victory don move Egypt reach top of Group G ahead of their crucial match against Iran on June 26 for Seattle. New Zealand go face Belgium for their final group game.

After the match, fans vote Mohamed Salah as Superior Player of the Match after e lead Egypt to their historic first FIFA World Cup victory.

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Last Updated on June 22, 2026 9:36 am by Hitvibz Media