LONDON — Mohamed Salah’s – and Egypt’s – World Cup wait is finally over, the BBC reported on Monday.
The Egyptian King’s match-winning second-half display against New Zealand helped the Pharaohs to their first-ever World Cup win, at their ninth attempt, and leaves them on the brink of qualifying for the last 32.
Salah’s 67th-minute goal gave Egypt the lead – after they recovered from a shock early New Zealand opener – before his corner was headed home by Trezeguet to seal the historic 3-1 win.
Salah had made a slow start to the tournament, with an ineffectual display in their opening draw with Belgium followed up by a quiet opening half against the Kiwis.
But, just when it looked like his own World Cup nightmares were about to continue, the 34-year-old became the latest superstar to make his mark on the tournament, following in the footsteps of Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland and Harry Kane.
Salah said: “It’s a great achievement for all the players. It’s a great win. It’s a great vibe. The next game is very important.”
