Resilient Iran defy World Cup obstacles to salvage draw against New Zealand
After a ban on Iran's pre-revolutionary flag was upheld before the Group G contest, Elijah Just twice gave the All Whites the lead, but Ramin...
Iran fight back twice to rescue thrilling draw against New Zealand
Iran put their turbulent build-up to the World Cup behind them as they fought back twice to secure a 2-2 draw with New Zeland in what was the game...
After tense buildup, Iran draw with NZ in opener
Iran opened its politically charged World Cup with a 2-2 draw against New Zealand on Monday night, overcoming two deficits and getting the tying...
Inside Iran's fraught World Cup opener against New Zealand... after protests and threats and warnings of 'hell' in Los Angeles
DANIEL MATTHEWS IN LOS ANGELES: Never before had a World Cup host nation been at war with one of its visitors. Here, though, the biggest threat...
Iran twice come from behind to claim draw in World Cup opener with New Zealand
What, really, were the emotions flowing through the veins of Iran's players as they took the pitch in Los Angeles? A few hours earlier Donald...
What Iran players did during national anthem as fans booed during World Cup match
Iran played their highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against New Zealand in Los Angeles, with protests expected ahead of the clash
Iran anthem booed before World Cup opener against New Zealand following protests at Los Angeles stadium
The Iranian national anthem received a mixture of boos and whistles at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles before the country's World Cup opener with New...
Iran national anthem booed at World Cup before New Zealand game
Iran began their World Cup campaign against New Zealand in Group G after a build-up overshadowed by politics
Iran players' behaviour during national anthem in World Cup opener vs New Zealand
Iran's players reacted as their country's national anthem was played ahead of their match against New Zealand
Iran national anthem booed as FIFA's World Cup rule defied in New Zealand match
The atmosphere was politically charged, and emotions were high ahead of Iran's World Cup game against New Zealand, with protests taking place...
Iranian World Cup soccer fans wave pre-revolutionary flag inside stadium despite FIFA ban
Ahead of Iran's opening World Cup match against New Zealand at SoFi Stadium on Monday, large protests against the Iranian regime are taking place...
Iran vs New Zealand Stats: FIFA World Cup 2026 Live
Iran and New Zealand meet in the their opening clash of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Group G. Follow the match live and analyse the stats, here.
The...
Iran vs New Zealand Results Today: FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Score, Updates, Stats
The Iran national football team faced the New Zealand national football team in their opening Group G match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Iran...
What’s Iran’s FIFA world ranking and how did they qualify for 2026 World Cup?
Iran arrive at the 2026 World Cup looking to be one of the revelations, and one can already begin thinking about their performance according to...
Iran vs New Zealand LIVE: Protests expected as Donald Trump announces US-Iran peace deal
After a draw between Belgium and Egypt the winner of this contest can move to the top of Group G
Iran v New Zealand: World Cup 2026 – live
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How to live stream Iran vs New Zealand: FIFA World Cup 2026, TV channel
Group G play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins on Monday as Iran takes on New Zealand in Inglewood, California. MORE: FIFA World Cup 2026 power...
Iran vs New Zealand - World Cup LIVE: Middle Eastern team begin tournament in politically-charged opener amid protests and US peace deal
Follow Daily Mail Sport's live coverage as Iran get their World Cup campaign underway against New Zealand in politically-charged game in Los...
Why Iran protests are taking place as demonstrators chant and set to break World Cup rule
Everything you need to know about the Iran protests at the World Cup ahead of their first match against New Zealand
Referee and uniforms for Iran vs New Zealand at 2026 World Cup in LA
Iran and New Zealand begin their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group G campaigns in Los Angeles today. Los Angeles Stadium, which is also known as SoFi...
What’s New Zealand’s FIFA world ranking during the 2026 World Cup?
New Zealand returns to the FIFA World Cup after a nearly 20-year absence, this time facing a tough uphill battle in the rankings. New Zealand is...
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Iran vs New Zealand: all the latest FIFA World Cup 2026 Group stage match information including stats, form, history, and more.
Amadou Onana blasted after what Danny Murphy noticed from Aston Villa star in Belgium draw
Amadou Onana's World Cup campaign began in troubled fashion as the midfielder struggled in Belgium's 1-1 draw to Egypt.The Aston Villa star was...
Iran vs. New Zealand live stream: How to watch FIFA World Cup, odds, prediction, pick, lineups, channel
Despite travel restrictions forcing them to train in Mexico, Team Melli looks to kick off their tournament with a victory against the All Whites
FIFA ban World Cup team from showing their own flags at matches after emergency meeting
Iran take on New Zealand in their World Cup opener in what could be a politically-charged fixture
FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Spain held by Cape Verde as Belgium take on Egypt
A 40-year-old goalkeeper starred for debutants Cape Verde against a flat Spain, as build-up intensifies towards Iran's opening game against New...
Who is Tim Payne and how did New Zealand World Cup star get famous?
A little-known New Zealand World Cup star become internationally famous overnight after a bizarre interaction with a social media influencer
FIFA's Iran ban decision upheld in emergency World Cup meeting hours before New Zealand match
A last-minute meeting took place in America just before Iran's World Cup opener vs New Zealand.
Egypt’s FIFA ranking during the 2026 World Cup: Belgium’s group opponent
Egypt are grouped alongside Belgium in Group G of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Group G of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is composed not only of Belgium...
Liverpool to hold Rio Ngumoha crunch talks as Andoni Iraola stance emerges from Anfield
Rio Ngumoha is now keen to stay at Liverpool and fight for his place in Andoni Iraola's side after reports of talks over a move to Bayern...
Iran vs New Zealand TV channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup tie
All you need to know on how to tune into Iran and New Zealand at World Cup 2026
World Cup 2026: We are here to play football, not politics' â Iran captain Mehdi Taremi
Iran captain Mehdi Taremi insists his team is focused solely on football at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, refusing to be drawn into the geopolitical...
Iran plan to protest World Cup match as FIFA warned 'we're going to make it hell'
Iran's national team face up to 35,000 protesters at their World Cup opener against New Zealand at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
How to watch Iran vs New Zealand FOR FREE: TV channel and live stream for World Cup
Action from Group G at the World Cup continues in Los Angeles
Peterborough United star Matt Garbett a doubt for World Cup opener due to injury
Peterborough United star Matt Garbett is now rated as a doubt for New Zealand's World Cup opener against Iran on Tuesday morning (June 16).
Ben Waine: it’s been a “tough season” now it’s time to go “another level up” in the World Cup
New Zealand International Ben Waine reflects on a tricky start to his Port Vale career and a chance to upset the odds in the World Cup finals....
How to watch today's Iran vs New Zealand World Cup game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time
Find out where to watch Iran vs New Zealand at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including TV channel, live stream options and kick-off time for the Group G...
New Zealand striker Ben Waine makes Plymouth Argyle admission
New Zealand will play their first game at the 2026 World Cup against Iran in Los Angeles in the early hours of Tuesday UK time
The surreal possibility hanging over Iran's perilous World Cup campaign
The hard truth is worth repeating: it is the first time in the World Cup's 96-year history that a competing nation is at war with a host. Protests...
Iran team downplays protests: We aren't political
Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei and forward Mehdi Taremi said that they will be playing for all Iranians at the FIFA World Cup, as the prospect of...
FIFA issue warning before governing body slammed by Iran captain amid political tension
Iran’s head coach Amir Ghalenoei and captain Mehdi Taremi were both speaking ahead of their side's World Cup opener against New Zealand on Tuesday
Iran vs. New Zealand injury, suspension list, predicted XIs | World Cup 2026
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of the World Cup 2026 Group G clash between Iran and New Zealand.
New Zealand predicted lineup and team news vs Iran
New Zealand returns to the FIFA World Cup after 16 years and is set to kick-start their campaign against Iran on Tuesday in a Group G encounter at...
Iran vs New Zealand – Predicted lineup and team news
Iran will face New Zealand in their opening Group G match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Tuesday at Los Angeles Stadium. Iran arrive at the...
Iran vs New Zealand – Match preview and team news
Iran and New Zealand go against each other in their first Group G encounter of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Tuesday at the Los Angeles Stadium. Iran...
2026 World Cup, Day 5: Spain vs. Cape Verde; Belgium vs. Egypt; Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay; Iran vs. New Zealand
Day 4 may not have been as entertaining as all the goals may lead us to believe — an average of nearly five scored per game, 19 total — but the...
Waine: There is going to be that opportunity to be New Zealand's hero
Every player at this World Cup has their own story of how they made it to what Gianni Infantino calls the '104 Super Bowls' that will make up this...
How to watch Iran vs New Zealand at World Cup - TV channel, kick-off time, live stream
All you need you know about how to watch Iran vs New Zealand at World Cup 2026
World Cup 2026 LIVE: Fifa blamed for travel chaos as Iran prepare for controversial opener
Uruguay have pinned the blame of Fifa for delays travelling to Miami for their World Cup opener against Saudi Arabia while Iran are preparing to...
Iran's World Cup arrival makes a mockery of FIFA's message as football and war collide head on
Iran will kick off their World Cup campaign against New Zealand in the early hours of Tuesday morning amid a scarcely believable backdrop of war...
Is Iran vs New Zealand on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch controversial World Cup match
Everything you need to know ahead of Iran's controversial World Cup opener
Welcome to World Cup 'hell': Iranian protestors reveal how they plan to ruin their team's opening game against New Zealand
DANIEL MATTHEWS IN LOS ANGELES: LA has the biggest Iranian diaspora outside of the country and many in those communities accuse the national team...
Iran just made a mockery of FIFA's World Cup message after defying Donald Trump
Iran and New Zealand are set to clash at the World Cup in Los Angeles, in a match like no other.
How to buy last-minute Iran vs New Zealand tickets: World Cup ticket prices, SoFi Stadium information & more
GOAL shows you everything you need to know about buying Iran vs New Zealand World Cup 2026 tickets, including ticket prices, hospitality options,...
Iranian protesters vow to disrupt World Cup clash - 'We're going to make it hell'
Iran start their World Cup campaign in Los Angeles on Monday against New Zealand but the team will have to deal with protests from activists both...
World Cup Daily LIVE: New Zealand's match-predicti...
Enjoy all the action from Monday's World Cup matches, with features, news, video analysis and color from around the competition.
Iran vs. New Zealand: How to watch, date, time, live stream and TV channel for 2026 World Cup fixture
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch the 2026 World Cup clash between Iran and New Zealand.
Iran vs. New Zealand: Head-to-head record and past meetings before World Cup 2026 clash
Ahead of Tuesday's World Cup clash between Iran and New Zealand, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head records and previous meetings between the...
Rio Ngumoha on shortlist of all 'major clubs' - Insider: Liverpool 'lucky' he missed out on World Cup
Rio Ngumoha is on the radar of every top European club after his breakthrough season at Liverpool. That is according to former Everton chief...
Prediction: Iran vs New Zealand
Iran and New Zealand will meet at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Monday evening, as both nations begin their 2026 World Cup campaigns in Group G....
Preview - Group G: IR Iran v New Zealand
Inglewood: Islamic Republic of Iran will be expecting maximum points when they take on New Zealand in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G opener on...
New Zealand boss on why Dundee United have got themselves a World Cup bargain
United made the attacker one of their first summer signings when they signed him on a pre-contract
Iran vs New Zealand Prediction: World Cup 2026 Match Preview
We look ahead to Tuesday's Group G clash in Los Angeles with our Iran vs New Zealand prediction and preview. Can the All Whites claim their first...
Rio Ngumoha ‘frustrated' at Liverpool as key to stopping Bayern Munich revealed
Rio Ngumoha is seeking assurances of more game time under Andoni Iraola ahead of next season before he signs a new Liverpool contract, sources have...
The Antipodes' top European performers
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New Zealand lineup vs. Iran: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 Group G clash as talisman Chris Wood carries All Whites' hopes
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how New Zealand could line up for Sunday's World Cup 2026 Group G match against Iran.
Iran lineup vs. New Zealand: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 Group G clash as Taremi leads the line
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Iran could line up for Sunday's World Cup 2026 Group G match against New Zealand.
Iran vs. New Zealand - prediction, team news, lineups | World Cup 2026
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup clash between Iran and New Zealand, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
FIFA force yet another team to change World Cup kit just days before match
Mo Salah’s Egypt have been forced into a late kit change at the World Cup (Photo: Getty)
FIFA have ordered Egypt to change their 2026 World Cup...
‘Corpse’ found at Iran training camp in Mexico ahead of World Cup opener
The continued problems facing Iran ahead of their World Cup appearance have shown no sign of abating. Just 72 hours ahead of their opening match...
England raided in World Cup heist with football boots stolen ahead of Croatia game
The England squad has relocated from Florida to Kansas City (Picture: AFP via Getty Images)
England players have had football boots and other key...
Haiti smashed four past my team in World Cup warm up - here's how Scotland can beat them
New Zealand boss Darren Bazeley has backed Steve Clarke's side to combat the threat of the Haitians
Tottenham confirm fourth pre-season fixture before Australia and New Zealand tour
Tottenham Hotspur have now confirmed a fourth fixture for the men’s first team ahead of the new campaign, with preparations continuing to ramp up...
How the World Cup's 'least-known footballer' became a viral sensation overnight: Unsung New Zealand star, 32, climbs from 5k to 5MILLION followers on Instagram thanks to bizarre social media quest
One of the World Cup's least-known players has been transformed into a social media sensation with five million followers in a matter of days.
Iran vs New Zealand Prediction: World Cup 2026 Preview & Best Bets
Iran vs New Zealand World Cup 2026 predictions: Taremi tipped to be the match-winner as Iran eye their most winnable Group G fixture at SoFi...
Fifa World Cup: All Whites captain Chris Wood reveals drive to be ‘The greatest ever'
Chris Wood's 90 caps and 45 goals make him New Zealand's most prolific All White.
Fifa force Haiti to change World Cup shirts before Scotland clash
Haiti’s players will have to wear modified shirts after Fifa raised concerns about ‘political’ elements of the original design (Pictures: Getty...
New Zealand World Cup 2026 Odds, Predictions & Best Bets
New Zealand enter the 2026 World Cup at 1500/1, rank outsiders in Group G. Find out where the real value lies for UK bettors backing the All...
Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers checking over his shoulder after what happened in England vs Costa Rica
Morgan Rogers could still be set for heartbreak despite a fantastic campaign as Aston Villa's main man in 2025-26.The Villans finished fourth in...
World Cup fans reeling over pint prices with stadium beers costing up to £14
Fans will have to dig deep for a cold one this summer (Picture: AFP via Getty Images)
Football fans looking to enjoy a few pints at the World Cup...
Roy Keane names England star who ‘gets the nod’ against Croatia after Costa Rica win
Keane believes Tuchel has made his decision (Picture: FA via Getty Images)
Roy Keane believes Anthony Gordon has won the battle to start ahead of...
How to watch the World Cup 2026 on TV: BBC and ITV channel schedule for every game
The World Cup is taking centre stage this summer (Picture: Getty)
Football fans will be in dreamland over the next five weeks with all 104 World...
Declan Rice reveals what Thomas Tuchel demanded from England against Costa Rica
Anthony Gordon and Declan Rice were on the scoresheet in Orlando (Picture: Getty Images)
Declan Rice felt England did exactly what was asked of...
Jude Bellingham clicks alongside Kane at last. He should start in England's World Cup opener | Jacob Steinberg
Midfielder delivered complete performance against Costa Rica that should make up Thomas Tuchel's mind for himIt only took eight seconds for Jude...
England vs Costa Rica: Three questions answered and one not for Thomas Tuchel
Anthony Gordon put forward a good case to start next week (Picture: Getty Images)
England enjoyed an encouraging victory ahead of their World Cup...
Fifa World Cup: Egypt – all you need to know ahead of clash with All Whites
The All Whites’ second opponents at the 2026 Fifa World Cup will be crucial ones. Depending on the result of the opening game against Iran, New...
World Cup: England fires Ghana warning with emphatic friendly win over Costa Rica
Ghana's group opponents England rounded up preparations ahead of the World Cup with a convincing victory over Costa Rica on Wednesday evening. The...
World Cup 2026: England fires Ghana warning with emphatic friendly win over Costa Rica
Ghana's group opponents England rounded up preparations ahead of the World Cup with a convincing victory over Costa Rica on Wednesday evening. The...
2026 FIFA World Cup Los Angeles Guide: Where to stay, what to do and how to navigate LA during the tournament
For the next 30 days, Los Angeles will become the crossroads of the soccer universe. Thousands of fans from six continents will descend upon...
