Iran vs New Zealand Kickoff Time, Date, Venue, Lineups, Live Stream Channels
Iran vs New Zealand is Group G Match 15 at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California. The FIFA World Cup 2026 fixture is scheduled for 15 June 2026, with kickoff at 18:00 PT / 21:00 ET / 01:00 UTC on 16 June / 02:00 BST on 16 June / 05:30 IRST on 16 June / 13:00 NZST on 16 June / 06:00 PKT on 16 June. FIFA lists Iran vs New Zealand as Group G Match 15 at Los Angeles Stadium on 15 June 2026.
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The match hub covers kickoff time, date, venue, projected lineups, live stream channels, prediction, H2H, and match stats. Iran enter under Amir Ghalenoei with Mehdi Taremi, Alireza Jahanbakhsh, Saeid Ezatolahi, Saman Ghoddos, and Mohammad Mohebi shaping the likely core. New Zealand arrive under Darren Bazeley with Chris Wood, Liberato Cacace, Kosta Barbarouses, Sarpreet Singh, and Matthew Garbett central to the All Whites’ plan. Official starting lineups remain yet to be confirmed.
Iran vs New Zealand Match Date and Kickoff Time
Iran vs New Zealand takes place on 15 June 2026. Los Angeles local kickoff is 18:00 PT, while the wider viewer window is 18:00 PT / 21:00 ET / 01:00 UTC on 16 June / 02:00 BST on 16 June / 05:30 IRST on 16 June / 13:00 NZST on 16 June / 06:00 PKT on 16 June. Iran viewers move into the morning of 16 June, and New Zealand viewers get a 13:00 NZST kickoff.
Broadcaster listings should be checked again before kickoff because match-specific allocations can change by country. The live-score route will carry match status, cards, substitutions, and commentary once the official feed opens. The late US start makes this the final Group G match of the day for many viewers.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | 15 June 2026 |
| Local Kickoff | 18:00 PT in Los Angeles |
| Viewer Times | 18:00 PT / 21:00 ET / 01:00 UTC on 16 June / 02:00 BST on 16 June / 05:30 IRST on 16 June / 13:00 NZST on 16 June / 06:00 PKT on 16 June |
| Group | Group G – Match 15 |
| Status | Upcoming |
Venue: Los Angeles Stadium, Los Angeles
Los Angeles Stadium stages Iran vs New Zealand in Inglewood, California. FIFA uses the tournament venue name Los Angeles Stadium, while the venue is commonly known as SoFi Stadium. SoFi Stadium event details list a 6:00 PM local start, with doors opening earlier for supporters.
Belgium and Egypt complete Group G, so this match can decide whether Iran open a qualification lane or New Zealand keep the group compressed. Iran have the stronger ranking and defensive profile, while New Zealand need a disciplined first half to keep the match close. Supporters should confirm entry timing, parking, and official broadcast routes before kickoff.
Predicted Lineups
The Iran vs New Zealand lineups remain projected until official team sheets arrive. Iran are expected in a 4-2-3-1, with Taremi leading the line and Jahanbakhsh wide. New Zealand are projected in a 4-2-3-1, with Chris Wood as the central reference point and Cacace providing left-side support.
| Team | Probable Shape | Projected XI |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | 4-2-3-1 | A. Beiranvand; S. Hardani; S. Khalilzadeh; H. Kanani; M. Mohammadi; S. Ezatolahi; S. Ghoddos; A. Jahanbakhsh; M. Ghayedi; M. Mohebi; M. Taremi |
| New Zealand | 4-2-3-1 | M. Crocombe; T. Payne; T. Smith; N. Pijnaker; L. Cacace; J. Bell; M. Garbett; K. Barbarouses; S. Singh; E. Just; C. Wood |
These are projected options, not confirmed selections. Final fitness, late coach decisions, and matchday plans can change the starting XI. Iran may lean on a double pivot to control second balls. New Zealand need enough midfield cover to keep Wood involved without opening space behind the block.
Iran vs New Zealand Live Stream Channels
The Iran vs New Zealand live stream channels section focuses on official rights holders and confirmed public routes. FOX lists the match on FS1 in the United States, with Spanish-language coverage through Telemundo routes where available. Iran and New Zealand country-specific allocations remain yet to be confirmed in public schedules.
| Country | TV Channel | Streaming Route | Access Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iran | match-specific channel allocation yet to be confirmed | match-specific streaming route yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| New Zealand | match-specific channel allocation yet to be confirmed | match-specific streaming route yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| United States | FS1 / Telemundo | FOX One / FOX Sports app / Peacock where listed | rights-holder access required |
| United Kingdom | BBC / ITV allocation yet to be confirmed | BBC iPlayer / ITVX where listed | free-to-air |
| Canada | TSN / CTV / RDS | TSN app / CTV / RDS platforms | rights-holder access required |
| Australia | SBS | SBS On Demand | free-to-air |
| India | match-specific channel allocation yet to be confirmed | ZEE5 where listed | rights-holder access required |
Iran and New Zealand viewers should recheck broadcaster schedules before kickoff. The United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and India rows reflect current public rights-holder information where available. If a row says match-specific allocation is yet to be confirmed, treat the exact channel as pending until the broadcaster posts its schedule.
Iran Preview
Iran enter ranked No. 20 in the FIFA men’s ranking and carry a last-five form line of W-W-D-W-L. They scored 9 goals and conceded 3 across the current public sample. Iran also enter with the stronger defensive and xG profile in the FWCTimes stats support page.
Iran enter under Amir Ghalenoei with Mehdi Taremi, Alireza Jahanbakhsh, Saeid Ezatolahi, Saman Ghoddos, and Mohammad Mohebi shaping the likely core.
Iran Current Form and Key Players
Mehdi Taremi is Iran’s key route because his penalty-box movement can decide tight matches. Jahanbakhsh gives Iran width, while Ezatolahi and Ghoddos can control the central lane. Control central spaces, protect against set pieces, and feed Taremi early. Iran should win if they move the ball early and avoid turning the game into a set-piece contest.
New Zealand Preview
New Zealand enter ranked No. 85 and carry a last-five form line of W-W-W-W-W. They scored 14 goals and conceded 8 across the current public sample. New Zealand won their OFC qualifying matches, yet this opener is a clear step up in opponent quality.
New Zealand arrive under Darren Bazeley with Chris Wood, Liberato Cacace, Kosta Barbarouses, Sarpreet Singh, and Matthew Garbett central to the All Whites’ plan.
New Zealand Current Form and Key Players
Chris Wood gives New Zealand their main aerial and set-piece threat route. Cacace can help progress the left side, while Singh and Garbett need clean touches between Iran’s midfield lines. Keep the match narrow, win second balls, and turn direct service into chances for Wood. New Zealand can stay alive if they protect the box and make dead balls count.
Match Prediction
The Iran vs New Zealand prediction is Iran 2-0 New Zealand. The probability split is 62 percent Iran, 24 percent draw, and 14 percent New Zealand. The confidence level is 70 percent because Iran have the ranking, defensive, and tournament-experience edge.
Iran rank 20th and hold a 65-place ranking edge over New Zealand. New Zealand won all five OFC qualifiers but face a much stronger defensive opponent. Iran can control the match if Taremi and Jahanbakhsh turn territory into clear chances. New Zealand can challenge the pick if Wood wins aerial duels and Iran waste early pressure. Iran should have enough control to create cleaner chances across the full match.
Head to Head Record
Iran are unbeaten in the verified senior series, with one win and one draw from two meetings against New Zealand.
| Stat | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Meetings | 2 |
| Iran Wins | 1 |
| Draws | 1 |
| New Zealand Wins | 0 |
| World Cup Meetings | 0 |
The Iran vs New Zealand head to head record gives Iran one win and one draw. Their last verified senior meeting was Iran 3-0 New Zealand in the 2003 AFC-OFC Challenge Cup. The 2026 match will be their first World Cup meeting.
Key Stats Comparison
The Iran vs New Zealand stats snapshot gives Iran the edge in ranking, xG, shots, shots on target, possession, clean-sheet rate, and goals conceded. New Zealand’s best statistical route runs through direct service, set pieces, and Chris Wood’s penalty-box presence. Live-event numbers such as passes, cards, substitutions, and final xG remain yet to be confirmed before kickoff.
| Stat | Iran | New Zealand |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 20 | 85 |
| Recent Form | W-W-D-W-L | W-W-W-W-W |
| Goals Scored in Listed Sample | 9 | 14 |
| Goals Conceded in Listed Sample | 3 | 8 |
| Projected xG | 1.67 | 1.14 |
Group G includes Belgium, Egypt, Iran, New Zealand. The World Cup 2026 standings will become clearer after Belgium vs Egypt and Iran vs New Zealand both finish. Readers following the same group can also use the Belgium vs Egypt match hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Iran vs New Zealand kick off?
Iran vs New Zealand kicks off on 15 June 2026 at 18:00 PT / 21:00 ET / 01:00 UTC on 16 June / 02:00 BST on 16 June / 05:30 IRST on 16 June / 13:00 NZST on 16 June / 06:00 PKT on 16 June. The local venue time in Los Angeles is 18:00 PT.
Where is Iran vs New Zealand being played?
The match is being played at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California. The venue is commonly known as SoFi Stadium.
Are the Iran vs New Zealand lineups confirmed?
Official lineups are yet to be confirmed. The projected XIs use current squad roles, coach patterns, and match needs.
What TV channel has Iran vs New Zealand?
US coverage is listed through FS1 and Telemundo rights routes. Other country-specific channel placements remain yet to be confirmed.
What is the Iran vs New Zealand prediction?
The current FWCTimes prediction is Iran 2-0 New Zealand. Iran have the ranking and defensive edge, while New Zealand need set-piece pressure.
Iran vs New Zealand gives Group G a clear contrast between Iran’s tournament experience and New Zealand’s direct, set-piece route. Iran need a controlled win to chase Belgium and Egypt, while New Zealand need a low-event match to keep qualification hope alive. Official lineups and some match-specific channel allocations remain yet to be confirmed, so the hub should be checked again before kickoff.
