Iran vs New Zealand: 2026 World Cup preview, odds & key players

Iran meet New Zealand with the live market leaning Iran's way (50.5% to win, 27.5% draw). Asia's most consistent qualifiers, still chasing a first knockout berth. New Zealand, meanwhile, oceania's standard-bearers led by Chris Wood.

Iran's edge comes from experienced strikers, but New Zealand will look to exploit breaking down deep blocks. Expect a contest decided in the details, set pieces, transitions and the bench.

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