In a Group G FIFA World Cup 2026 match, Egypt shocked New Zealand 3-1 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. The Africans secured a crucial victory as Omar Marmoush (22' and 50') and Mohamed Salah (80') netted two-time winners and one-time runners-up goals, while New Zealand's goal came from striker Chris Wood in the 64th minute. The result leaves Egypt with an advantage in Group G, with New Zealand facing tough competition to advance.