Mohamed Salah was once again in the spotlight during Egypt’s second match in the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Egyptian striker made a significant impact against New Zealand on June 22, helping his team secure a 3–1 victory in Group G.
Salah scored a crucial goal in the 67th minute and later assisted Trézéguet in the 82nd minute, showcasing his skills and leadership on the field. This performance marks an unprecedented achievement for an African player aged 34 years and 7 days, as he became the oldest African player to accomplish such a feat in a single World Cup match since 1966.