Mohamed Salah Just Did Something Not Done at World Cup Since 1966
Summary
Mohamed Salah helped Egypt score against Belgium in the 2022 World Cup by assisting a goal on his birthday, a feat not done by any African player since 1966. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, with Egypt still seeking their first-ever World Cup win.Key Facts
- Mohamed Salah assisted Egypt’s first goal against Belgium in the 19th minute of the World Cup match.
- He became the first African player since 1966 to have a goal involvement in a World Cup game on his birthday.
- Egypt’s match against Belgium ended 1-1 after an own goal by an Egyptian player.
- Egypt has qualified for the FIFA men's World Cup four times, including 2026, but has never won a match.
- Salah left Liverpool in 2023 after scoring 257 goals and winning eight major trophies with the club.
- Egypt will next play New Zealand and Iran in the group stage on June 21 and June 26.
- Salah is 34 years old and known for key moments in Egyptian soccer history, including a goal that helped Egypt qualify for the 2018 World Cup.
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