After a draw between Belgium and Egypt the winner of this contest can move to the top of Group G

Iran’s World Cup preparation has been anything but ideal.

Iran faces New Zealand at SoFi Stadium in a 2026 FIFA World Cup Group G opener on June 15. Preview includes predictions, key players, and betting odds.

As Iran play New Zealand in Los Angeles, Iranian Americans are divided between stadium protests and watch parties, reflecting deep political and diaspora tensions.

In the early hours of Tuesday, June 16, the national football teams of Iran and New Zealand will face off in their opening Group G match ...

Iran's 2026 FIFA World Cup opening match on Monday has become the backdrop for a fresh display of political tensions, with protesters and...

Iran head coach Amir Ghalenoei and star forward Mehdi Taremi insisted their squad will be playing for all Iranians at the FIFA World Cup

It was raining goals on Sunday with Germany and Sweden both impressing with big wins. Today, though, soccer takes somewhat of a backseat with Iran set to play its first match of…

After uncertainty over their participation and a disrupted build-up, Iran are set to begin their World Cup campaign.

Follow live with the continuation of Group G at the 2026 World Cup, as Iran face New Zealand.

Team Melli try to put all the external noise behind them, against the All Whites

Neither Iran nor New Zealand has ever progressed past the group stage of a World Cup.

Follow our live build-up, protest news, score, team sheets, score, photos and text commentary stream from Los Angeles.

Follow our live build-up, protest news, score, team sheets, score, photos and text commentary stream from Los Angeles.

Minute-by-minute report: Team Melli have dealt with endless challenges to face the All Whites in Los Angeles. Join Martin Pegan for updates

After a draw between Belgium and Egypt the winner of this contest can move to the top of Group G

Iran and New Zealand meet in Group G as the political turmoil between Iran and the U.S. overshadows the World Cup. Follow the action.

Follow Daily Mail Sport's live coverage as Iran get their World Cup campaign underway against New Zealand in politically-charged game in Los Angeles against a tense backdrop.

The 16th game of the 2026 World Cup in Los Angeles will capture plenty of attention.

Iran vs New Zealand World Cup 2026 LIVE Updates: Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei started captain and talisman Mehdi Taremi up front, while New Zealand look to forward Chris Wood to lead…

Iran takes on New Zealand in FIFA World Cup 2026 Live updates. Follow LIVE score, goals, lineups, key moments and full-time result.