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Iran vs New Zealand is a group-stage match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scheduled for June 16, 2026 at 01:00 AM UTC at SoFi Stadium, Inglewood.
Iran vs New Zealand at SoFi Stadium, Inglewood. Kick-off 6pm PT / 3am Vienna time (June 16). Group G opener — both teams need points here not to drop out of contention early.
Amir Ghalenoei's Iran (in his second spell) play a disciplined 4-1-4-1. Taremi (Inter Milan) as target man, Azmoun (Roma) as the wildcard, Mehdi Torabi as midfield creator. Darren Bazeley's New Zealand (All Whites) live through Chris Wood's goal threat (Nottingham Forest) and a compact defence. Market consensus leans Iran slightly (44% vs 26%, draw 30%). Iran beat Wales in 2022 — they know how to handle low expectations.
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- When is Iran vs New Zealand?
- Iran – New Zealand kicks off on June 16, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, CA.
- What stadium hosts Iran vs New Zealand?
- SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, CA. Capacity: 70,240.
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