The All Whites now know their fate come the FIFA World Cup in June 2026 following the official draw that saw Aotearoa New Zealand placed in Group G alongside Iran (FIFA rank 20), Egypt (FIFA rank 34) and Belgium (FIFA rank 8). 

After a 2 hour ceremony at the historic Kennedy Centre in Washington DC, the team now also know they will be playing on the West Coast of the USA and Canada, ideal for travelling Kiwis. 

The All Whites start their FIFA World Cup 2026 journey against IR Iran on Tuesday 16 June, kicking off at 1pm NZT, in Los Angeles.

Next they face Egypt on Monday 22 June, also kicking off at 1pm NZT. in Vancouver.

Their final Group G match sees them face the top seed in the pool Belgium on Saturday 27 June, kicking off at 3pm NZT, also in Vancouver. 

Article added: Friday 05 December 2025