Match Preview

This Group G contest sees Iran paired against New Zealand at SoFi Stadium. Iran will aim to establish early control, while New Zealand looks to use pace and directness to disrupt their rhythm. In Group G, every point matters — finishing in the top two is the minimum requirement to progress in the 2026 World Cup. Neither team can be counted out based on the current information, making this one of the more unpredictable fixtures.

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