Egypt boss aims Mohamed Salah dig at Liverpool as he breaks down in tears at World Cup

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Egypt secured a historic 3-1 win over New Zealand at the World Cup, with Mohamed Salah playing a key role in the comeback victory, as an emotional Hossam Hassan appeared to take a swipe at the Liverpool icon's previous coachesEgypt head coach Hossam Hassan has suggested he has shown how to get the best out of Liverpool icon Mohamed Salah after his heroics during their 3-1 World Cup win over New Zealand. The 56-year-old claimed that he deployed the Egyptian in a position that accommodated his strengths, something that the Reds managers struggled to do.Hassan, who is now just one goal ahead of the 32-year-old in the all-time leading scorers charts, struggled to contain his emotions.

However, Egypt emerged with renewed purpose after the interval as Salah completed a remarkable turnaround eight minutes after Ziko's equaliser.The Liverpool icon's contribution takes him to within one goal of equalling Hassan's all-time national scoring record of 69 goals, though Salah's influence didn't end there, as Trezeguet headed home from his corner late on to seal a first World Cup victory in the nation's history.FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FC FACEBOOK PAGE! All the latest news and analysis from Anfield on the Liverpool Echo's dedicated LFC Facebook pageSpeaking to journalists following the victory, the Egypt boss couldn't help but take a swipe at some of the managers who have previously worked with Salah.Hassan seemingly claimed responsibility for his role in getting the best out of Salah.

He said: "Salah worked hard on ⁠the pitch and this is something you should know."I am maybe the first coach to let him play in a position that matches his danger, that ⁠matches his capabilities and qualities. I am extremely happy, and my feelings are similar to those of millions of Egyptians after this win."We were successful in the match and put in a great effort, especially after the first half, which we ended with a goal against us.