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New Zealand

New Zealand

FIFA Rank:#80Group:G
Team Summary

New Zealand is competing in Group G of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Under OFC confederation, they are scheduled to play three group stage matches starting on the first week of the tournament.

New Zealand Match Schedule

Full Schedule•Qual Scenarios
Match 15GROUPGroup G
IR IranIR Iran
2 - 2
FINAL
New ZealandNew Zealand
2026-06-15Local: 18:00
SoFi StadiumLos Angeles
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Match 40GROUPGroup G
New ZealandNew Zealand
1 - 3
FINAL
EgyptEgypt
2026-06-21Local: 18:00
BC PlaceVancouver
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Match 64GROUPGroup G
New ZealandNew Zealand
1 - 5
FINAL
BelgiumBelgium
2026-06-26Local: 20:00
BC PlaceVancouver
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Tactical Profile & Squad Strength

Plays a physical 3-5-2 or 5-4-1, focusing on defending deep, blocking central lanes, and crossing to target men.

Strengths

  • Excellent physical height
  • Strong team spirit
  • Clinician target striker

Weaknesses

  • Lack of elite league exposure
  • Defensive recovery pace
  • Possession retention under press

World Cup History

New Zealand has qualified twice (1982, 2010), famously finishing undefeated in South Africa in 2010.

FAQ: New Zealand National Team

New Zealand plays their opening match on 2026-06-15 against IRAN.

Related World Cup Coverage

⚽Group G Table & Results⚽Group G Scenarios⚽New Zealand Next Match Info⚽New Zealand Route to Final⚽New Zealand Qualification Scenarios⚽How to Watch New Zealand Live⚽Preview: Group G Matchday 1 fixture.⚽Preview: Group G Matchday 2 fixture.⚽Preview: Group G Matchday 3 fixture.

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