The All Whites have locked in Sweden (FIFA ranking 23) as their first opponent for the June FIFA international window. 

The team will travel to Stockholm to take on The Blue and Yellow at Friends Arena, Sweden’s national stadium.  

The match will be played at 7pm on Friday 16 June 2023 (5am on Saturday 17 June NZT).  

New Zealand Football CEO Andrew Pragnell said:

“We have made a commitment that our senior national teams will be playing in every possible FIFA window, so it’s great to confirm this match against a quality side. 

“With the games against China this month in Auckland and Wellington, and this fixture the first of many overseas internationals games we will be announcing, this is an exciting time for the team.

“I know the players can’t wait to kick off the new World Cup cycle and that starts this month at Mt Smart.”

Article added: Friday 03 March 2023