⚽VS🇳🇿

IR Iran vs New Zealand

FULL TIME  ·  ⚽ IR Iran 2–2 New Zealand 🇳🇿

Group Stage · MD1 · Group G · Los Angeles Stadium

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🔥 Iran Faces New Zealand Test

The 2026 World Cup kicks off for IR Iran and New Zealand in a crucial Group G match. Both teams seek a strong start in the tournament. A win would be a significant boost for either side.

IR Iran

🏆IR Iran seeks World Cup progress
Sardar Azmoun
forward · Bayer Leverkusen
Key striker

New Zealand

🌎New Zealand is Oceania champion
Chris Wood
forward · Newcastle United
Experienced goal scorer

Tale of the tape

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teams in tournament

🎙️ World Cup Debut

New Zealand made their World Cup debut in 1982, while IR Iran first appeared in 1978.