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Iran vs New Zealand (2026-06-16T01:00:00.000Z)

FIFA World Cup Round 1
  • Los Angeles Stadium
  • Cesar Ramos
2 - 2Full time

Iran vs New Zealand (2026-06-16T01:00:00.000Z)


Match review

Iran 2-2 New Zealand: Just and Rezaeian impress in thrilling Group G draw

All four teams in Group G at the World Cup are level on one point, after New Zealand were twice pegged back by Iran in a 2-2 draw.


Momentum

    Top stats

    Ball possession
    48%
    52%
  • 1.50
    Expected goals (xG)
    1.24
  • 17
    Total shots
    14
  • 25
    Touches in opposition box
    21

Events

7‎’‎
Elijah Just (0 - 1)assist by Chris Wood
Ramin Rezaeian (1 - 1)
32‎’‎
+6 minutes added
54‎’‎
64‎’‎
89‎’‎
+5 minutes added
90‎’‎+2
6.8

Iran

4-4-2

6.8

New Zealand

4-2-3-1
6.8
Iran
4-4-2
6.1
1Beiranvand
8.6
23Rezaeian
6.8
New Zealand
4-2-3-1

Coach

Coach

Substitutes

Team form


    Top stats

    Ball possession
    48%
    52%
  • 1.50
    Expected goals (xG)
    1.24
  • 17
    Total shots
    14
  • 25
    Touches in opposition box
    21

Player of the Match

Elijah Just
New Zealand
8.9

Events

7‎’‎
Ramin Rezaeian (1 - 1)
32‎’‎
+6 minutes added
54‎’‎
64‎’‎
89‎’‎
+5 minutes added

About the match

    Iran faces New Zealand at Los Angeles Stadium on Tue, Jun 16, 2026, 01:00 UTC. This match is part of the World Cup Grp. G. You can check the recent head-to-head encounters, as well as full H2H record on this page to see how Iran and New Zealand have fared against each other in the past. On FotMob, you can follow the Iran vs New Zealand live score with a full set of match features, including:

  • Live updates: Every goal, card, substitution and key moment instantly delivered on FotMob.

  • Real-time extensive stats powered by Opta: Possession, shots, corners, big chances created, xG, momentum, and shot maps.

  • The lineups are:
    Iran (4-4-2): Alireza Beiranvand - Ramin Rezaeian, Shoja Khalilzadeh, Ali Nemati, Milad Mohammadi - Mohammad Mohebi, Saman Ghoddos, Saeid Ezatolahi, Aria Yousefi - Shahriar Moghanlou, Mehdi Taremi.
    New Zealand (4-2-3-1): Max Crocombe - Tim Payne, Finn Surman, Michael Boxall, Liberato Cacace - Joe Bell, Marko Stamenic - Callum McCowatt, Sarpreet Singh, Elijah Just - Chris Wood.

  • Injury and suspension information are provided on FotMob ahead of every match, giving you the latest team news before lineups are announced.

  • Team form & Head-to-head history: Compare recent results and see how Iran and New Zealand have performed against each other.

  • TV and streaming info: Find out where to watch the match.

  • Live standings: Follow league tables and tournament info in real time.

  • Live odds & insights: Track match favorites and before, during and post match.

  • Commentary & ticker: Rich text commentary for major matches to follow the action even if you can't watch.

  • All of these features make FotMob the best way to follow Iran vs New Zealand, whether you're checking the scores or diving into detailed stats. FotMob also covers every team and competition worldwide, with fixtures, results, and squad info available on team pages.

    FotMob is available on the web and as a free app for iOS and Android. Install the app to get notifications, live scores, and full match coverage so you never miss a moment.

Los Angeles StadiumInglewood, California, United States
Capacity70,492
Attendance70,108
99%
SurfaceGrass
Weather conditions
19°C
  • Cesar Ramos

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Los Angeles StadiumInglewood, California, United States
Capacity70,492
Attendance70,108
99%
SurfaceGrass
Weather conditions
19°C

About the match

    Iran faces New Zealand at Los Angeles Stadium on Tue, Jun 16, 2026, 01:00 UTC. This match is part of the World Cup Grp. G. You can check the recent head-to-head encounters, as well as full H2H record on this page to see how Iran and New Zealand have fared against each other in the past. On FotMob, you can follow the Iran vs New Zealand live score with a full set of match features, including:

  • Live updates: Every goal, card, substitution and key moment instantly delivered on FotMob.

  • Real-time extensive stats powered by Opta: Possession, shots, corners, big chances created, xG, momentum, and shot maps.

  • The lineups are:
    Iran (4-4-2): Alireza Beiranvand - Ramin Rezaeian, Shoja Khalilzadeh, Ali Nemati, Milad Mohammadi - Mohammad Mohebi, Saman Ghoddos, Saeid Ezatolahi, Aria Yousefi - Shahriar Moghanlou, Mehdi Taremi.
    New Zealand (4-2-3-1): Max Crocombe - Tim Payne, Finn Surman, Michael Boxall, Liberato Cacace - Joe Bell, Marko Stamenic - Callum McCowatt, Sarpreet Singh, Elijah Just - Chris Wood.

  • Injury and suspension information are provided on FotMob ahead of every match, giving you the latest team news before lineups are announced.

  • Team form & Head-to-head history: Compare recent results and see how Iran and New Zealand have performed against each other.

  • TV and streaming info: Find out where to watch the match.

  • Live standings: Follow league tables and tournament info in real time.

  • Live odds & insights: Track match favorites and before, during and post match.

  • Commentary & ticker: Rich text commentary for major matches to follow the action even if you can't watch.

  • All of these features make FotMob the best way to follow Iran vs New Zealand, whether you're checking the scores or diving into detailed stats. FotMob also covers every team and competition worldwide, with fixtures, results, and squad info available on team pages.

    FotMob is available on the web and as a free app for iOS and Android. Install the app to get notifications, live scores, and full match coverage so you never miss a moment.

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