Mohamed Salah scored to increase the score to 2-1 for Egypt in the 3-1 victory over New Zealand. This is their first victory at the World Cup since their first participation in 1934.
Although Mohamed Salah is only 1 of 3 players who scored for Egypt, the former Liverpool striker receives the most attention. In nearly 10 years, he has always been the number 1 star of Egyptian football. Fans of this North African team had to wait a long time to see Salah shine and help their team win in the biggest playground on the planet.
After the match ended, Salah stood in the interview area surrounded by dozens of reporters. Holding the MVP title, the 34-year-old striker could not hide his emotion and pride after 90 historic minutes against New Zealand.
We have dedicated ourselves and achieved an incredible feat in the history of Egyptian football. The whole team needs to strive to win the next match, trying to win the top spot in the group. The Egyptian team is always dedicated to all fans in their homeland" - Salah shared.
Among the reporters who were directly interviewed with Salah after the match, there were very few Egyptians. Those who had this luck immediately called home online video to show off to relatives and friends. Not only players, coaching staff or fans, but also Egyptian reporters enjoyed this historic moment.
In the Premier League, Salah is not too enthusiastic with the media, especially in his last year playing for Liverpool, there were some scandals. There are many joys Salah once shared with the British media, but he has never felt as proud as he is now, contributing to bringing history to his hometown football.
Salah leaves Liverpool when the 2025-2026 season ends, accompanied by a future without a destination. At the age of 34, despite being once the best player in Premier League history, he is also unlikely to have a destination as desired. But at this time, how many people are still interested in that when Egypt is heading towards the final match against Iran. Currently, they have 4 points and are leading Group G after 2 matches, if they continue to beat Iran, Egypt will set countless more records.
I have worn the national team jersey for 14 years, so I always want to share experiences with young players, thereby helping them achieve great achievements. Today is a very special day and it will be remembered for many years to come" - Salah shared.
Salah concluded the interview with a proud look towards the stands where Egyptian fans are wholeheartedly supporting him. This North African team may not go too far, but with Salah, the number 1 star in history, they have done something that they have never reached in the past 92 years at the World Cup.
Egyptian football will forever change after this historic moment. As for Salah, whether it is the Saudi Pro League, MLS or any tournament in the 2026-2027 season, it is no longer too important at this time.
