Iran fans display their national flag inside the stadium before the match against New Zealand, on June 15, 2026
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Iran and New Zealand clash in Los Angeles in the FIFA World Cup Group G match on June 15, 2026.Iran, ranked 20th, are in good form losing only three of their 12 matches leading to the World Cup, while New Zealand are 85th in the rankings. New Zealand had a challenging run of form winning only 1 of their 11 matches. FIFA World Cup tickets prove beyond the reach of average fansIran has in its ranking veteran players like Mehdi Taremi, Saman Ghoddos and Alireza Beiranvand. Iran has also Dennis Dargahi and Saeid Ezatolahi. New Zealand, the All Whites, features a strong blend of experienced and exciting young talent. Key players to watch out are Chris Wood, Marko Stamenic, Liberato Cacace, Alex Paulsen, Tim Payne and Elijah Just.The Iranian squad arrived in California a day before the match amid heavy security in light of the West Asia conflict.Follow LIVE updates herefree kickJune 16, 2026 06:54 19:15 Free Kick WonRamin Rezaeian (IR Iran) wins a free kick in the defensive half.free kickJune 16, 2026 06:54 19:15 Free Kick LostFoul by Sarpreet Singh (New Zealand).June 16, 2026 06:54 18:38 Attempt SavedAttempt saved. Sarpreet Singh (New Zealand) left footed shot from outside the box is saved in the bottom left corner by Alireza Beiranvand (IR Iran). Assisted by Finn Surman.June 16, 2026 06:52 17:56 End DelayDelay over. They are ready to continue.June 16, 2026 06:51 16:41 Start DelayDelay in match because of an injury Shahriyar Moghanloo (IR Iran).June 16, 2026 06:49 14' Attempt BlockedAttempt blocked. Chris Wood (New Zealand) right footed shot from the centre of the box is blocked. Assisted by Callum McCowatt.June 16, 2026 06:48 13:59 MissAttempt missed. Callum McCowatt (New Zealand) right footed shot from the centre of the box misses to the left following a corner.cornerJune 16, 2026 06:48 13:19 CornerCorner, New Zealand. Conceded by Arya Yousefi.June 16, 2026 06:48 13:17 Attempt BlockedAttempt blocked. Marko Stamenic (New Zealand) right footed shot from the right side of the box is blocked.June 16, 2026 06:45 11:29 MissAttempt missed. Sarpreet Singh (New Zealand) left footed shot from the centre of the box misses to the right. Assisted by Elijah Just.free kickJune 16, 2026 06:44 10:38 Free Kick LostFoul by Shahriyar Moghanloo (IR Iran).free kickJune 16, 2026 06:44 10:38 Free Kick WonMichael Boxall (New Zealand) wins a free kick in the defensive half.goalJune 16, 2026 06:41 6:43 Goal for Elijah Just! 1-0Goal! IR Iran 0, New Zealand 1. Elijah Just (New Zealand) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the high centre of the goal. Assisted by Chris Wood.June 16, 2026 06:39 5:34 Attempt SavedAttempt saved. Arya Yousefi (IR Iran) right footed shot from the left side of the box is saved in the centre of the goal by Max Crocombe (New Zealand). Assisted by Saman Ghoddos.free kickJune 16, 2026 06:36 2:20 Free Kick LostFoul by Joe Bell (New Zealand).free kickJune 16, 2026 06:36 2:20 Free Kick WonArya Yousefi (IR Iran) wins a free kick on the left wing.June 16, 2026 06:34 First half StartFirst Half begins.June 16, 2026 05:07 LineupLineups are announced and players are warming up. Published - June 16, 2026 06:34 am IST
