Live Football TV
🇳🇿 New Zealand vs 🇫🇷 France
Wed 17 June
21:00 BST / 16:00 ET
AT&T Stadium, Arlington TX
Group C · 🇳🇿 France · Denmark · Ivory Coast
New Zealand at the FIFA World Cup 2026
New Zealand world cup 2026 — Full journey through Group C and the road to the final. Follow the New Zealand world cup story from fixtures and squad news to host cities, broadcasters, and trophy history.
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Countdown to New Zealand vs France — Wed 17 June, 2026.
Has New Zealand Won a World Cup?
No — New Zealand has not won the FIFA World Cup, however the national team enters World Cup 2026 with a new route to the final.
0World Cup titles
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7WC appearances
Play-offLast WC result
Searchers often ask: has New Zealand won a world cup, when was the last time New Zealand won the world cup, and last time New Zealand won the world cup. New Zealand are still chasing a first title, so the 2026 tournament is framed around progress, goals, and a route through the group.
Full history timeline arrow_forwardNew Zealand World Cup 2026 Fixtures
Group C matches · All kick-off times in UK/ET. Each match card is prepared for calendar reminders, match preview links, and SportsEvent markup in the page schema.
🇳🇿 New Zealand vs 🇩🇰 Denmark
Tue 23 June
21:00 BST / 16:00 ET
Gillette Stadium, Foxborough MA
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast vs 🇳🇿 New Zealand
Sat 27 June
22:00 BST / 17:00 ET
MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford NJ
Group StageKnockoutsWarm-ups
Qualification status: Qualified ✓ · W5 D0 L0 · Group C preview
Group C Standings
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
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| 1 | 🇫🇷 France | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — — — — — |
| 2 | 🇩🇰 Denmark | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — — — — — |
| 3 | 🇳🇿 New Zealand | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — — — — — |
| 4 | 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — — — — — |
Tournament starts June 11, 2026. Top 2 and best third-placed teams advance to Round of 32. Use the table view or the tree view below for a quick group snapshot.
Full group analysis →New Zealand's Route to the Final
New Zealand world cup route to final scenarios depend on finishing position: group winners, runners-up, or one of the best third-place teams. The map of host cities points toward New York / New Jersey for the final.
- 1Group StageJun 11-27
- 2Round of 32July 1
- 3Round of 16July 5
- 4QuarterfinalJuly 11
- 5SemifinalJuly 15
- 6FinalJuly 19
If Group WinnersIf Runners-upIf 3rd Place
Interactive bracket slots remain TBD until the group stage finishes. Each future node will link to an Event preview with referee notes, goals trends, and opponent statistics.
New Zealand World Cup Team: TBC's Squad
The New Zealand world cup team will be finalized in May 2026. Below is a probable squad preview based on recent call-ups, national team roles, players from top football leagues, and tactical fit under Head coach TBC.
Head coach TBC · New Zealand World Cup Manager
The manager profile tracks formation, substitutions, and tournament decision-making. The captain link is anchored as New Zealand captain TBC New Zealand captain, giving supporters a direct path to player detail pages.
GK
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New Zealand goalkeeper
Club TBC · Age 28
Caps 0 · Goals 0
DEF
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New Zealand defender
Club TBC · Age 27
Caps 0 · Goals 0
MID
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New Zealand midfielder
Club TBC · Age 26
Caps 0 · Goals 0
FWD
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New Zealand forward
Club TBC · Age 25
Caps 0 · Goals 0
New Zealand vs Group C Opponents: Head-to-Head
🇳🇿 New Zealand vs 🇫🇷 France
Historical archive preview: W/D/L records, last match, goals, referee notes, and key player matchups will update as official archives are connected.
| Wins | TBC |
| Draws | TBC |
| Losses | TBC |
🇳🇿 New Zealand vs 🇩🇰 Denmark
Historical archive preview: W/D/L records, last match, goals, referee notes, and key player matchups will update as official archives are connected.
| Wins | TBC |
| Draws | TBC |
| Losses | TBC |
🇳🇿 New Zealand vs 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
Historical archive preview: W/D/L records, last match, goals, referee notes, and key player matchups will update as official archives are connected.
| Wins | TBC |
| Draws | TBC |
| Losses | TBC |
New Zealand World Cup Wins & Full History
New Zealand world cup wins: 0. No — New Zealand has not won the FIFA World Cup, however the national team enters World Cup 2026 with a new route to the final. This block answers New Zealand world cup appearances history, how many times has New Zealand won the world cup, and the long-running record across years.
- 1998 New Zealand at the World Cup
- 2002 New Zealand at the World Cup
- 2006 New Zealand at the World Cup
- 2010 New Zealand at the World Cup
- 2014 New Zealand at the World Cup
- 2018 New Zealand at the World Cup
- 2022 New Zealand at the World Cup
| Metric | Record |
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| Total matches | Archive sync pending |
| W-D-L | Archive sync pending |
| Top scorer all-time | New Zealand captain TBC / historical archive |
| Best result | Play-off |
Host Cities: Where New Zealand Play
The host map highlights Dallas, Boston, and New York / NJ, with MetLife set to host the final. Travel links will connect to stadium guides as the fixture calendar matures.
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Dallas
AT&T Stadium, Arlington TX / 80,000
June weather 24-35 C. Local airport, transit, and supporter-place details will be added before the tournament.
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Boston
Gillette Stadium, Foxborough MA / 65,000
June weather 15-26 C. Local airport, transit, and supporter-place details will be added before the tournament.
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New York / NJ
MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford NJ / 82,500
June weather 20-28 C. Local airport, transit, and supporter-place details will be added before the tournament.
Travel guide →
MetLife Stadium World Cup Final is the key route endpoint for every finalist.
How to Watch New Zealand at World Cup 2026
New Zealand world cup broadcasters vary by region. Use official listings for live match access, streaming rights, and public football viewing options.
| Region | Broadcaster | Platform | Free/Paid |
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| UK | BBC / ITV | TV + Streaming | Free-to-air |
| US | Fox / Telemundo | TV + Streaming | Mixed |
| Canada | TSN / CTV | TV + Streaming | Paid/Free |
| Global | FIFA+ | App/Web | Free |
Latest New Zealand World Cup News
New Zealand World Cup update
Freshness module placeholder for latest news, featured articles, and editorial updates as the 2026 tournament approaches.
New Zealand World Cup update
Freshness module placeholder for latest news, featured articles, and editorial updates as the 2026 tournament approaches.
New Zealand World Cup update
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New Zealand World Cup FAQ
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1Has New Zealand won the World Cup?No — New Zealand has not won the FIFA World Cup, however the national team enters World Cup 2026 with a new route to the final.
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2When did New Zealand win the World Cup?New Zealand has not won the World Cup yet.
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3When was the last time New Zealand won the World Cup?New Zealand has not won the FIFA World Cup, so there is no last winning year.
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4Who is New Zealand's manager for World Cup 2026?New Zealand's World Cup manager is listed as Head coach TBC for this preview, pending final federation confirmation.
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5What group is New Zealand in at the 2026 World Cup?New Zealand is in Group C with France, Denmark & Ivory Coast.
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6When is New Zealand vs France in the 2026 World Cup?New Zealand vs France is scheduled for Wed 17 June.
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7When is New Zealand vs Denmark at the World Cup?New Zealand vs Denmark is scheduled for Tue 23 June.
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8Where is New Zealand playing their group stage matches?New Zealand play group matches in Dallas, Boston, and New York / New Jersey according to this fixture preview.
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9How many times has New Zealand won the World Cup?New Zealand has won the World Cup 0 times.
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10Who is New Zealand's captain at the 2026 World Cup?New Zealand's captain is listed as New Zealand captain TBC in this preview.
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11Can New Zealand win the World Cup in 2026?New Zealand can contend if key players stay fit, the group route opens cleanly, and knockout match management holds under pressure.
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12How to get New Zealand World Cup tickets?Use official FIFA ticketing channels and venue guides for New Zealand World Cup tickets; avoid unofficial resale links.
About New Zealand at the FIFA World Cup 2026
New Zealand's 2026 World Cup campaign
The New Zealand world cup campaign begins in Group C against France, Denmark, Ivory Coast. The first task is simple: control the group, protect the national record, score enough goals to avoid tie-breaker pressure, and build rhythm before knockout football. However, every group match has a different tactical profile, from physical duels to transition moments and set-piece management.
New Zealand's World Cup history and trophies
New Zealand world cup wins remain a core search topic because history shapes expectation. Supporters ask when did New Zealand win the world cup, how many times has New Zealand won the world cup, and whether this squad can turn tournament promise into a final. The archives above list appearances by years, while the route section tracks each quarter, semifinal, and final scenario.
Key players and squad preview
The New Zealand world cup team preview follows the manager, captain, players, clubs, caps, and goals that matter most. Match-by-match updates will fold in referee assignments, host city context, broadcasters, and tactical news. For broader navigation, return to Other World Cup teams or jump to fixture reminders before each match.