Iran vs New Zealand: World Cup Group Stage Match Preview

Match Context

Iran face New Zealand at SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles, on 16 June 2026 in World Cup Group Stage - 1. Both sides start this group campaign with 0 points, 0 goals scored and 0 conceded, with Iran listed 3rd and New Zealand 4th in Group G. This is a group-stage fixture, not a 1/8 final.

Iran Availability

Current data lists no injuries or suspensions for Iran, and no players are flagged as doubtful. Every named squad member, from goalkeeper A. Beiranvand through to forward M. Taremi, is expected to be available for selection. With no absentees recorded, Iran’s coaching staff can choose freely across all lines, from experienced defenders like E. Hajisafi to attacking options such as M. Ghaedi and M. Mohebi.

New Zealand Availability

Similarly, New Zealand report no sidelined or doubtful players in the latest data. All listed players, including defensive leader M. Boxall, full back L. Cacace, midfielders M. Garbett and S. Singh, and forwards C. Wood and B. Waine, are available. There are no suspensions due to yellow cards or red cards indicated.

Impact Summary

With no confirmed injuries or suspensions on either side and no top scorers or assist leaders provided in the statistics, neither Iran nor New Zealand appear to be losing any attacking output for this match. Both managers can rely on full attacking depth from their respective squads.