Egypt and New Zealand confirm starting Lineups for tonight's crucial World Cup clash

21.06.26 FT World Cup

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Egypt & New Zealand named their official lineups tonight for a vital World Cup Group G clash in the USA aiming to break the group deadlock.

Egypt's tactical blueprint (4-2-3-1)

Hassan is aiming for a perfect blend of high pressing and defensive solidity. Mostafa Shobeir keeps his place in goal, shielded by the composed Mohamed Abdelmonem at the heart of the defense.

• Goalkeeper: Mostafa Shobeir
• Defenders: Ahmed Fatouh, Hamdi Fathi, Yasser Ibrahim, Mohamed Hany
• Defensive Mid: Mohanad Lasheen, Marwan Attia
• Attacking Mid: Emam Ashour, Mohamed Salah, Mostafa Ziko
• Forwards: Omar Marmoush

New Zealand's physical response (4-2-3-1)

The All Whites are setting up a double-pivot shield in midfield to absorb pressure looking to exploit their physical dominance and English top-flight experience at the tip of the spear.

• Goalkeeper: Max Crocombe
• Defenders: Liberato Cacace, Michael Boxall, Finn Surman, Tim Payne
• Defensive Mid: Marko Stamenic, Joe Bell
• Attacking Mid: Elijah Just, Callum McCowatt, Sarpreet Singh
• Forward: Chris Wood

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