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New Zealand at the 2026 World Cup

New Zealand play at the 2026 World Cup in Group G against Belgium, Egypt and Iran. Head coach is Darren Bazeley. Find their chances, history, FAQs and which World Cup Hero archetype matches New Zealand below.

Group G FIFA #86 3 World Cup appearances OFC (Oceania)

Quick facts: New Zealand

Group
G
FIFA ranking
#86
Head coach
Darren Bazeley
Confederation
OFC
World Cup appearances
3
Best result
Group stage (ongeslagen 2010)
Capital
Wellington
Group stadium
Mercedes-Benz Stadium

New Zealand's chances at the 2026 World Cup

Third World Cup appearance. The All Whites beat no one at the 2010 World Cup but lost nothing either (3 draws). In Group G with Belgium, Egypt and Iran, advancing is difficult. A single point would be a fantastic result.

Strengths

  • Physical strength
  • Set pieces
  • Team spirit

Weaknesses

  • Domestic league level
  • Attacking class

New Zealand's 2026 World Cup schedule

The three group-stage matches for New Zealand in Group G.

Group G — New Zealand's opponents

New Zealand face three opponents in Group G. The top two go straight through to the knockouts; the eight best third-placed teams also qualify.

→ See the full Group G

Compare New Zealand with other nations

Head-to-head analyses between New Zealand and the other teams in Group G, plus classic rivalries.

New Zealand at the World Cup — history

Three World Cup appearances (1982, 2010, 2026). Unbeaten at the 2010 World Cup (three draws).

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Frequently asked questions about New Zealand at the 2026 World Cup

Which group are New Zealand in at the 2026 World Cup?

New Zealand play at the 2026 World Cup in Group G, together with Belgium, Egypt and Iran.

Who is the head coach of New Zealand at the 2026 World Cup?

Darren Bazeley is the head coach of New Zealand at the 2026 World Cup.

What is New Zealand's best ever World Cup result?

New Zealand's best World Cup result is: Group stage (ongeslagen 2010). New Zealand have 3 previous World Cup appearances.

What are New Zealand's chances at the 2026 World Cup?

Third World Cup appearance. The All Whites beat no one at the 2010 World Cup but lost nothing either (3 draws).

Which confederation do New Zealand play in?

New Zealand are part of OFC (Oceania). They sit at #86 on the FIFA world ranking.

Last updated: 2026-06-07

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