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Iran vs New Zealand: Squads, Match Time, Preview, Lineups and Result | World Cup 2026
Iran face New Zealand in World Cup 2026 Group G. This match page follows the official squads, match information, preview, lineup update, result tracker and group-table impact for one of the fixtures in the expanded tournament.
Match information
| Match | Iran vs New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Date | June 15, 2026 |
| Group | G |
| Venue | Official venue and kick-off time to be updated from the match centre |
| Result | Iran 2–2 New Zealand (final) |
Final score: Iran 2–2 New Zealand. This match page has been updated with the confirmed result while keeping the squads, match background, group impact and onward links for World Cup 2026 coverage.
Squads and players to watch
Iran: HAJISAFI Ehsan, TAREMI Mehdi, JAHANBAKHSH Alireza.
New Zealand: WOOD Chris, BARBAROUSES Kosta, BOXALL Michael.
Iran team guide and full squad · New Zealand team guide and full squad
Match preview
Iran and New Zealand arrive with different tactical profiles. The contest may be shaped by midfield control, transition speed, set-piece defending and the ability to manage pressure in a short group-stage campaign. The final score was Iran 2–2 New Zealand.
Starting lineups
Official starting lineups will be updated when the teams confirm them before kick-off.
Group impact
The result will feed directly into the Group G standings and can influence qualification routes before the final matchday.
Follow the World Cup 2026 coverage
Editorial sources: official FIFA match schedule and official FIFA squad lists. Kick-off details, starting lineups and results are updated when confirmed.