Mostafa Ziko inspired Egypt to a 3-1 comeback victory over New Zealand in this World Cup clash, setting up a next-round meeting with Australia. The Pharaohs found themselves behind early but eventually overwhelmed a stubborn New Zealand side.
New Zealand 1:3 Egypt — Match Report
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTFirst half1 - 0
- 17(Foul)
- 20(Foul)
- 34(Foul)
Second half0 - 3
- 90 + 9
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Egypt to winWon3.22
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WonQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of New Zealand vs Egypt?
New Zealand 1-3 Egypt (World Cup).
Who scored?
Finn Surman (15', assist Tim Payne) for New Zealand; Mostafa Ziko (59', assist Mohamed Hany) for Egypt; Mohamed Salah (67', assist Mostafa Ziko) for Egypt; Mahmoud Trézéguet (82', assist Mohamed Salah) for Egypt.
Was Egypt's win deserved?
Yes — Egypt were on top for most of the match.
Were there any cards in New Zealand vs Egypt?
Yellow cards: Mohanad Lasheen (Egypt); Sarpreet Singh (New Zealand); Callum McCowatt (New Zealand).
Head to Head meetings New Zealand - Egypt
- Matches2
- The biggest draw0
- The most effective match1-3
New Zealand
Egypt
- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 2
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 2  |
Scored goals | 1 | 4 |
Average per game | 0.5 | 2 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 1-3 |
New Zealand
Egypt
Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Clear favorite — Egypt
CheckLive's preview leans toward Egypt, with the clearest gap in mental resilience. New Zealand are in poor form, losing four of five, and must overcome a composed opponent. Expect a tight match with Egypt's edge proving decisive.
Away win — Egypt1.55
High confidence60%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
40.1
54.4
CheckSkill
48.7
52.3
CheckMental
34.4
67
CheckLive total42.8 vs 56+13.2
More match signals
Egypt (DNB)64%1.18
Under 2.555%1.80
Egypt (−1)50%
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win the match between New Zealand and Egypt?
Egypt are the favourites, holding stronger recent form and a significant mental advantage. CheckLive's analysis leans toward the Pharaohs, with a 62% win probability supporting their chances. New Zealand will need to overcome their recent struggles and find a way to breach Egypt's organised defence. The Pharaohs' mental edge is particularly pronounced, giving them an edge in tight moments.
Who has better form coming into this match?
Egypt have better form, with a 55.5 rating compared to New Zealand's 40.3. They have won two of their last five, while New Zealand have lost four of their last five. Egypt's recent performances have been more consistent, both in attack and defence, giving them the form advantage. New Zealand's defensive struggles, having conceded ten goals in five matches, further highlight the gap.
Will both teams score in this match?
Both teams to score is an outside bet. Only one goal was scored in the previous meeting, and recent matches suggest a low-scoring affair. Egypt's defensive solidity and New Zealand's scoring problems make a clean sheet for Egypt a realistic possibility. Expect a tight match with limited chances.
- Matches0
- The biggest draw0
- The most effective match0
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- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 |
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