Mostafa Shobeir, the goalkeeper of the Egypt national team, revealed details of the first hours following the historic win over New Zealand in the FIFA World Cup 2026, confirming that the atmosphere within his family was filled with joy and pride after this unprecedented achievement.
An emotional call with his mother
Shobeir explained that his mother was the first person to contact him after the final whistle, as he had a direct video call with her, before later speaking with his father and fiancée. He noted that these moments carried very special emotions that he will never forget after achieving Egypt’s first-ever World Cup win.
Family joy reflecting the magnitude of the achievement
He confirmed that the happiness within his family was exceptional, especially as this victory represents a long-awaited moment for Egyptian fans for many years, giving the celebration a deeply human dimension beyond the pitch.
A beginning, not an end
The goalkeeper emphasized that this victory does not mark the end of the journey, but rather the beginning of bigger ambitions in the tournament, stressing that the players have a strong desire to continue achieving positive results.
Ambition for more achievements
Shobeir concluded by stating that the historic win will remain a landmark moment in Egyptian football history, but he hopes it will be the start of a series of future successes rather than just a passing milestone.
Who was the first person to contact Mostafa Shobeir after the match?
His mother was the first person he spoke to after the win.
Who did Shobeir speak with after the match?
He spoke with his mother, then his father and fiancée.
How did Shobeir describe the win?
He described it as a historic and exceptional moment in Egypt’s history.
Is this win the end of the journey?
No, he confirmed it is the beginning of bigger ambitions in the tournament.
What is the significance of this win for Egypt?
It is Egypt’s first-ever win in World Cup history.
