🇳🇿 New Zealand
Group G
- Coach
- Darren Bazeley
- World Cup appearances
- 2
- Best result
- Group stage 1982, 2010
- FIFA ranking
- #104
New Zealand's national football team, the All Whites, qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 16-year absence. Known for a disciplined defensive approach, they rely on a strong full-back pairing of Tyler Bindon and Liberato Cacace, while midfielders Marko Stamenic and Joe Bell provide stability. Recent form in OFC qualifiers was flawless, but they are considered underdogs due to limited squad depth. Strengths include set pieces and counter-attacking speed.
Matches
News
Iran World Cup 2026 Squad to Commute from Tijuana After US Base Camp Rejected
Iran's football team will be based in Tijuana, Mexico, for the 2026 World Cup, commuting to matches in the US after Washington refused visas and security assurances, confirmed by Iran Football Federation President Mehdi Taj and approved by FIFA.
England’s Heatseekers: Tuchel’s Squad Numbers and Tampa Test Kick Off World Cup Countdown
England's World Cup preparation in Florida focuses on heat acclimatisation and tactical clarity. A friendly against New Zealand tests match-day conditioning, while squad numbers reveal Tuchel's hierarchy with Kane and Bellingham as focal points.
Alex Scott Poised for England Debut in 2026 World Cup Friendlies
Bournemouth's Alex Scott is poised to make his senior England debut in pre-World Cup friendlies against New Zealand or Costa Rica, as part of a supplementary squad strategy by manager Thomas Tuchel.
Iran Moves World Cup Base to Mexico After FIFA Approval, Citing Security and Visa Issues
Iran's football team will relocate its 2026 World Cup base from Arizona to Tijuana, Mexico. The Iran Football Federation cites security concerns from Middle East conflict and potential visa problems. FIFA hasn't confirmed the change.
FIFA Approves Iran's Request to Move World Cup Base to Mexico
FIFA reportedly approved Iran's request to relocate its 2026 World Cup training base from Tucson, Arizona to Tijuana, Mexico due to geopolitical tensions, visa issues, and security concerns.
Tuchel Calls Up Five Extra England Players for World Cup Friendlies
Thomas Tuchel has called up Alex Scott, Josh King, Rio Ngumoha, Ethan Nwaneri and one other to join England's World Cup preparation camp in Florida.
England World Cup 2026: Tuchel Adds Alex Scott, Josh King, Rio Ngumoha to Friendlies
Thomas Tuchel adds four extra players to England's squad for friendlies against New Zealand and Costa Rica, citing Champions League final disruption.
Cape Verde World Cup Squads Marred by Player's Sexual Assault Investigation
Cape Verde includes a player under New Zealand police investigation for alleged sexual assault in its 2026 World Cup squad, sparking ethical concerns.
Salah to Captain Egypt at 2026 World Cup: Squad, Group & Key Storylines
Mohamed Salah will captain Egypt at the 2026 World Cup. The 33-year-old Liverpool star leads a 27-man squad including uncapped 18-year-old Hamza Abdelkarim.
Iran Applies for U.S. Visas in Turkey Amid 2026 World Cup Tensions
Iran's national football team traveled to Turkey to apply for U.S. and Canadian visas for the 2026 World Cup, as all group matches are in the U.S. amid political tensions.