World Cup 2026: Egypt storms past New Zealand to take control of Group G, set up potential knockout-round match vs. USA
Egypt secured a 3-1 victory over New Zealand in the 2026 World Cup, marking the nation's first-ever win in the tournament. The result puts Egypt in a strong position to advance to the knockout stages, potentially facing the USA.
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Jason Owens Staff writer Mon, June 22, 2026 at 4:26 AM UTC · 2 min read In a game with potential implications for the U.S. men’s national team, Egypt stormed late past New Zealand Sunday night for a 3-1 win to seize control of Group G in the World Cup .
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