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Iran v New Zealand: Just puts New Zealand ahead in the opening match of Group G of the 2026 World Cup
Teams 17 juni 2026

Iran v New Zealand: Just puts New Zealand ahead in the opening match of Group G of the 2026 World Cup

The opening Group G match of the 2026 World Cup between Iran and New Zealand is underway at the SoFi Stadium. The score is currently 2-2.

The opening match of Group G of the 2026 World Cup is currently underway, with Iran taking on New Zealand at the SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, USA. The referee of the match is César Ramos Palazuelos from Mexico. At the time of writing the score is 2-2.

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In the 7th minute, forward Elijah Just opened the scoring for New Zealand. Later, in the 33rd minute, defender Ramin Rezayan restored the balance for Iran. In the second half Just managed to score again and gave New Zealand the lead again.

In the 2nd round of Group G, Iran will face Belgium on June 21, and in the 3rd round against Egypt on June 27. New Zealand will play Egypt in the 2nd round on June 22, and Belgium in the 3rd round on June 27.

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