Egypt Defeats New Zealand 3-1 for Historic Maiden FIFA World Cup Victory

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi on Monday congratulated the national football team after the Pharaohs registered their first-ever victory in FIFA World Cup history, 92 years and 25 days after making their tournament debut. Egypt came from behind to defeat New Zealand 3-1 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match. Goals from Mostafa Ziko, Mohamed Salah and Trezeguet helped the team complete a memorable comeback and secure the landmark victory. In a message posted on the social media platform X, President El-Sisi praised the team's determination and the spirit they displayed on the global stage. He congratulated both the national team and Egyptian football fans on achieving the country's first victory in FIFA World Cup history. The President said the performance reflected the determination, willpower and resilience of the Egyptian people. He described the result as a well-deserved victory and said it marked a promising beginning for the team's World Cup campaign. El-Sisi further expressed confidence that the historic win would inspire the team to continue its journey with confidence and ambition while raising Egypt's profile on the international football stage.