2026 World Cup Preparation: Egypt falls to Brazil despite Ziko's goal

Author: Jacques PEKEMSIPublished on: June 7, 2026Country: Egypt

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2026 World Cup Preparation: Egypt falls to Brazil despite Ziko's goal

In a friendly match preparing for the 2026 World Cup, Egypt lost to Brazil. Forward Ziko scored a goal for the Pharaohs, but it was not enough to avoid defeat. Brazil played without Neymar, who was ruled out of the match.

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