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Source: FIFA.com match centre · Verified 2026-06-22
Match Report
New Zealand took an early lead through Marco Surman in the 15th minute, sending a pocket of All Whites supporters into celebration at BC Place. Egypt looked rattled in the first half, but Mohamed Salah's influence grew after the break — and what followed was one of the most emotional nights of the Vancouver group stage.
Ahmed Hassan Zico levelled on 58 minutes with a composed finish, and Salah put Egypt ahead nine minutes later with a trademark cut inside from the right. Mahmoud Trezeguet sealed a historic 1–3 victory in the 82nd minute — Egypt's first-ever FIFA World Cup win, celebrated long into the morning by Vancouver's Egyptian community.
The 54,500-capacity stadium mixed Kiwi optimism with growing Pharaohs noise as the comeback unfolded. SkyTrain access via Stadium–Chinatown remained smooth despite the late kickoff, though east-side gates saw the longest queues after full time.
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What This Means for Group G
Egypt climb the Group G table with a landmark first World Cup victory and control their knockout destiny heading into the final matchday. New Zealand must regroup quickly with Belgium looming on June 27 — the All Whites need a result to keep any hope alive.
For Vancouver fans, the group stage still has one blockbuster left before the knockout rounds: Switzerland vs Canada on June 24 at BC Place. See our June 24 fan guide.
Group G finale — June 27 at BC Place. Egypt face Belgium with Round of 32 qualification on the line. → NZ vs Belgium match hub
