Miami: Egypt captain Mohamed Salah was named Man of the Match following his standout performance in his team’s victory over New Zealand at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Mohammed Salah played a key role in Egypt’s win, helping the Pharaohs secure an important result and strengthen their position in the tournament.
His leadership and attacking influence throughout the match earned him the prestigious individual award.
However, the post-match presentation attracted attention beyond the result itself. Fans and observers noticed that the Man of the Match trophy presented to Salah did not display branding from the beer company that sponsors the award during the tournament.
Images from the award ceremony quickly circulated on social media, with many users highlighting the absence of the sponsor’s logo on the trophy handed to the Egyptian star.
The development sparked discussion online, particularly given Salah’s status as one of the world’s most prominent Muslim athletes. Neither FIFA nor tournament organizers immediately provided an official explanation regarding the trophy’s presentation.
Mohammed Salah’s recognition came after another impressive display on football’s biggest stage.
The Liverpool forward remained a constant threat throughout the match and was instrumental in Egypt’s attacking play as the team secured all three points against New Zealand.
The victory marks an important step in Egypt’s World Cup campaign, while Salah’s Man of the Match award further adds to his growing list of international achievements.
Egypt looking to advance deep into the tournament, fans will be hoping their captain can continue his strong form in the matches ahead as the Pharaohs pursue World Cup success.
