World Cup
New Zealand
Competition: Coupe du Monde | Active season: 2026
Haiti
vs
New Zealand
03 Jun 2026 · 02:00
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England
vs
New Zealand
06 Jun 2026 · 22:00
Upcoming matches
Iran
vs
New Zealand
16 Jun 2026 · 03:00
Upcoming matches
New Zealand
vs
Egypt
22 Jun 2026 · 03:00
Upcoming matches
New Zealand
vs
Belgium
27 Jun 2026 · 05:00
Upcoming matches
Footlab Data
Group G
Group G
Group standings
| # | Team | MJ | G | N | P | Diff | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belgium | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Iran | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Egypt | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | New Zealand | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Footlab Data
Statistiques détaillées
Footlab Data
Footlab profile
Offensive potential
53,9/100
Stable
Defensive stability
51,0/100
Stable
Game control
37,7/100
Building
Regularity
40,6/100
Building
Mental resilience
13,0/100
Building
Footlab Data
New Zealand National Team Profile - 2026 FIFA World Cup Analysis
New Zealand World Cup 2026: Data Analysis, Strengths, and Projection
New Zealand returns to the world's biggest stage for the first time since 2010. Taking advantage of the direct OFC spot for this 48-team World Cup, Darren Bazeley's All Whites arrive with a "Pragmatic Solidity" profile. Led by established European pillars (Chris Wood, Liberato Cacace) and carrying positive momentum from historic 2025/2026 wins over nations like Chile and Côte d'Ivoire, the New Zealand side is no longer just a physical team, but a maturing tactical block.
Global Positioning
New Zealand is positioned as the disciplined outsider of Oceania. They are the "pivot" team: capable of standing up to higher-ranked nations through a reinforced defensive structure and an aerial game that remains among the most formidable in the tournament.
- Status: OFC Leaders / Disciplined Outsider
- Projection: Group Stage (Objective: First historic World Cup win)
- Risk: Critical dependency on Chris Wood’s clinical finishing
Footlab Profile (Updated 2026)
| Criteria | Level |
|---|---|
| Attacking Potential | Medium (Chris Wood dependent) |
| Defensive Stability | High (Bindon-Cacace core) |
| Game Control | Medium (Transition-focused) |
| Consistency | High (Undefeated in OFC zone) |
| Physical Impact | Elite (Dominant aerial game) |
Structural Strengths
- Set-Piece Efficiency: Aerial play remains the fatal weapon, with Chris Wood (9 goals in qualifying) and tall defenders like Tyler Bindon.
- Solid Defensive Core: A backline stabilized by players in Europe (Serie A, Championship), offering tactical rigor superior to the nation's historical average.
- Collective Mindset: A "resilience" tradition inherited from 2010 (undefeated vs Italy), coupled with increased confidence from recent FIFA Series results.
- Chemistry: A squad that plays together regularly, supplemented by rising local talents from Auckland FC.
Structural Weaknesses
- Limited Offensive Creativity: Persistent difficulties in generating clear chances through open play against compact blocks.
- Transition Speed: Despite young guns like Ben Waine, the team can lack vertical thrust against ultra-fast global defenses.
- Squad Depth: A noticeable qualitative gap between "European" starters and local league rotation options.
- Lack of Elite Exposure: Although 2025/2026 preparation was intense, the jump from OFC to the World Cup remains a major hurdle.
Tactical Brief (Bazeley System)
New Zealand typically operates in a pragmatic 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1:
- Offensive Phase: Vertical play toward Wood, heavy wing utilization, and systematic pursuit of corners/free kicks.
- Defensive Phase: Compact mid-block, selective pressing, and a dense central recovery zone.
- Identity: "Direct and physical" football aimed at maximizing every transition opportunity.
Match Typology
- Vs Similar Teams: Physical dominance and victory through tactical attrition.
- Vs Top Tier Teams: Ideal "Banana Skin" profile; capable of holding a heroic 0-0 or punishing on a single set-piece.
2026 Key Performance Factors
The All Whites' success will primarily depend on:
- the physical health of Chris Wood (the offensive barometer)
- Liberato Cacace's ability to drive the left flank
- managing the emotions of returning to the global top flight
Footlab Projection
New Zealand possesses a Round of 16 ceiling. If they can replicate their 2010 defensive tightness while being more clinical on set-pieces, they could be the major surprise of their group.
Projection: Group Stage (Challenger for qualification)
Optimal Scenario: A historic first World Cup win and a Round of 16 berth driven by an on-fire Chris Wood.
Betting Insights
- ✔️ High potential in "Chris Wood to Score" and "Header Goal" markets
- ✔️ Interesting for "Over 4.5 Corners" for NZ
- ⚠️ Risk on dominant possession percentage odds
- ✔️ Value in "Double Chance (NZ or Draw)" against nervous favorites
Conclusion
New Zealand is no longer just a guest. Between European discipline and Oceanian heart, the All Whites are armed to turn their return into a true demonstration of physical and tactical strength in 2026.
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International history
Matches from the last 4 years
Ecuador
vs
New Zealand
2 - 0
Colombia
vs
New Zealand
2 - 1
Norway
vs
New Zealand
1 - 1
Poland
vs
New Zealand
1 - 0
New Zealand
vs
Australia
1 - 3
Australia
vs
New Zealand
1 - 0
New Zealand
vs
Ukraine
1 - 2
Ivory Coast
vs
New Zealand
0 - 1
New Caledonia
vs
New Zealand
0 - 3
New Zealand
vs
Fiji
7 - 0
Samoa
vs
New Zealand
0 - 8
New Zealand
vs
Vanuatu
8 - 1
New Zealand
vs
Malaysia
4 - 0
New Zealand
vs
Tahiti
3 - 0
United States
vs
New Zealand
1 - 1
Mexico
vs
New Zealand
3 - 0
New Zealand
vs
Vanuatu
3 - 0
New Zealand
vs
Tahiti
5 - 0
Vanuatu
vs
New Zealand
0 - 4
New Zealand
vs
Solomon Islands
3 - 0
New Zealand
vs
Tunisia
0 - 0
Egypt
vs
New Zealand
1 - 0
Rep. Of Ireland
vs
New Zealand
1 - 1
Greece
vs
New Zealand
2 - 0
Australia
vs
New Zealand
2 - 0
New Zealand
vs
Congo DR
1 - 1
Sweden
vs
New Zealand
4 - 1
New Zealand
vs
China
2 - 1
New Zealand
vs
China
0 - 0
New Zealand
vs
Australia
0 - 2
Australia
vs
New Zealand
1 - 0
Costa Rica
vs
New Zealand
1 - 0
Oman
vs
New Zealand
0 - 0
Peru
vs
New Zealand
1 - 0