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Iran vs New Zealand live stream coverage begins on Monday, June 15, when the Group G opener of FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off at Los Angeles Stadium in Los Angeles. Belgium and Egypt share the same group, so this first meeting already carries weight in the race for second place.
Kickoff is set for 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM Los Angeles / 1:00 PM New Zealand time on Tuesday, June 16. This guide covers the TV channels, streaming apps, free-viewing routes, expected lineups, and confirmed squad lists checked against the latest broadcaster and team updates.
Iran vs New Zealand Live Broadcast Quick Facts
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | Monday, June 15, 2026 |
| Kickoff Time | 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM Los Angeles / 1:00 PM New Zealand |
| Venue | Los Angeles Stadium, Los Angeles |
| Stage | FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Stage |
| Official Broadcaster | FOX Sports, Telemundo, TVNZ, SBS, Bell Media, RTÉ, and beIN Sports |
| TV Channel | FS1 in the United States, TVNZ 1 in New Zealand, and SBS in Australia |
| Streaming App | FOX One, FOX Sports App, Peacock, TVNZ+, SBS On Demand, TSN+, RTÉ Player, and beIN SPORTS CONNECT |
| Free or Paid | Free routes are clear in New Zealand, Australia, Ireland, and likely the United Kingdom, while U.S. English access usually depends on your TV setup |
| Commentary Language | English and Spanish |
Where to Watch Iran vs New Zealand Live Stream on TV
The cleanest route is the official broadcaster in your market because the English and Spanish rights are split across different services. United States viewers can use FOX Sports on FS1 and FOX One, while New Zealand viewers have a free domestic path through TVNZ and TVNZ+.
Australia also stays simple because SBS has listed the match on its World Cup hub, and Canada still runs through Bell Media's TSN, RDS, CTV, and Crave setup. Ireland remains free-to-air through RTÉ, while MENA viewers should expect the standard beIN Sports package.
| Country | Best Viewing Route |
|---|---|
| United States | FS1 on television, with FOX One, the FOX Sports App, Peacock, and the Telemundo App covering the main digital routes |
| New Zealand | TVNZ 1 on television and TVNZ+ for the free official online stream |
| Australia | SBS on television and SBS On Demand for the free live stream |
| Canada | TSN or RDS for the main feed, with TSN+ and Crave handling the digital access |
Free to Air Options
New Zealand has the strongest free route because TVNZ is carrying every All Whites match live and free across TVNZ 1 and TVNZ+. Australia follows with SBS and SBS On Demand, while Ireland keeps the same open-access feel through RTÉ television and RTÉ Player.
United Kingdom listings currently point toward a BBC route, which would keep the overnight stream free there as well. United States viewers do not get that same open path because the main English listing is FS1 rather than the FOX broadcast network.
Subscription and Pay TV Options
United States viewers should expect standard pay-TV rules on cable, satellite, or a linked live-TV bundle for FS1. Peacock and the Telemundo App cover the Spanish-language side, while FOX One remains the cleanest official English-language stream.
Canada viewers can rely on TSN or RDS for full tournament coverage, with selected matches also landing on CTV and the live CTV stream inside Crave. MENA viewers should keep beIN SPORTS CONNECT ready, and India viewers should load Zee5 early because the match starts on Tuesday morning local time.
Iran vs New Zealand TV Channel and Live Stream: How to Watch Around the World
Broadcasters have locked in their coverage details to make sure you do not miss a single minute of FIFA World Cup 2026 action from Los Angeles Stadium.
United States
FOX Sports has the confirmed English-language listing for this Group G opener, with FS1 carrying the match and FOX One providing the main official stream. Telemundo's Spanish-language rights package also includes every group-stage match across television and Peacock.
TV Channel(s): FS1 (English), Telemundo or Universo (Spanish rights package)
Live Stream(s): FOX One, FOX Sports App, Peacock, Telemundo App
New Zealand
TVNZ has confirmed that every All Whites match is available live and free domestically, which gives New Zealand viewers the clearest open-access route for this fixture.
TV Channel(s): TVNZ 1
Live Stream(s): TVNZ+
United Kingdom
Current UK match listings point to a BBC route for this fixture, so viewers should expect a standard free-to-air overnight stream without needing a paid sports subscription.
TV Channel(s): BBC One
Live Stream(s): BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport online
Canada
Bell Media's World Cup package covers every match in Canada through TSN and RDS, with selected games also available on CTV and the live CTV stream inside Crave.
TV Channel(s): TSN, RDS, CTV (selected matches)
Live Stream(s): TSN+, Crave
Ireland
RTÉ is carrying full tournament coverage in the Republic of Ireland, so the overnight kickoff still stays accessible on both television and the network's digital player.
TV Channel(s): RTÉ One / RTÉ2
Live Stream(s): RTÉ Player
Australia
SBS has already listed this fixture on its World Cup hub, with a free live stream and 11:00 AM AEST kickoff for Australian viewers.
TV Channel(s): SBS
Live Stream(s): SBS On Demand
India
Zee5's World Cup schedule includes Iran vs New Zealand, so Indian viewers should use the app or web player early on match morning to avoid last-minute login issues.
TV Channel(s): Zee5
Live Stream(s): Zee5
Middle East and North Africa
beIN Sports has the regional rights across MENA and has already listed Iran vs New Zealand on its FIFA World Cup 2026 fixture pages for television and connected-device access.
TV Channel(s): beIN Sports
Live Stream(s): beIN SPORTS CONNECT
How to Watch Iran vs New Zealand Online and on Mobile
Mobile viewing is straightforward in the main markets. United States viewers should open FOX One or the FOX Sports App early, while New Zealand viewers can go straight to TVNZ+ without the same pay-TV barrier.
SBS On Demand handles Australia across phones, tablets, and smart TVs, while RTÉ Player covers Ireland and beIN SPORTS CONNECT handles MENA. Indian viewers should sign in on Zee5 before the live tile opens because the 6:30 AM IST kickoff leaves little time for account fixes.
Is Iran vs New Zealand Free to Watch?
Yes, Iran vs New Zealand is free to watch in several important markets. TVNZ and TVNZ+ give New Zealand a full free route, SBS and SBS On Demand do the same in Australia, and RTÉ Player keeps the match accessible in Ireland.
United States viewers usually need a paid television package for the English-language route because FS1 carries the match. Spanish-language viewers can still use Peacock or the Telemundo App inside that rights package.
Match Kickoff Time by Time Zone
| Region | Kickoff Time |
|---|---|
| Eastern Time | 9:00 PM, Monday, June 15 |
| Central Time | 8:00 PM, Monday, June 15 |
| Mountain Time | 7:00 PM, Monday, June 15 |
| Pacific Time | 6:00 PM, Monday, June 15 |
| Los Angeles | 6:00 PM, Monday, June 15 |
| United Kingdom | 2:00 AM, Tuesday, June 16 |
| Ireland | 2:00 AM, Tuesday, June 16 |
| South Africa | 3:00 AM, Tuesday, June 16 |
| Pakistan | 6:00 AM, Tuesday, June 16 |
| India | 6:30 AM, Tuesday, June 16 |
| New Zealand | 1:00 PM, Tuesday, June 16 |
| Australia Eastern Time | 11:00 AM, Tuesday, June 16 |
Iran vs New Zealand Match Preview
Iran arrive with the stronger recent track record and the sharper central threat because Mehdi Taremi remains the best finisher in the match. Their qualifying run was steadier, and the likely midfield shape around Saeid Ezatolahi and Saman Ghoddos gives them more control if the game stays compact for an hour.
New Zealand still bring a real route into the game through Chris Wood, set pieces, and a disciplined block. The All Whites also know a point would keep early pressure on Belgium and Egypt, so they do not need to chase the match too early if the defensive line holds its shape.
The tactical contrast is easy to read. Iran want cleaner technical sequences and earlier service into Taremi, while New Zealand want direct deliveries, second balls, and Wood contesting every cross that reaches the penalty area.
Iran vs New Zealand Expected Lineups
The official XIs will be confirmed near kickoff, but the latest matchday previews still point to Iran using a 4-3-3 with Taremi leading the front line. New Zealand are projected in a 4-2-3-1, with Joe Bell and Marko Stamenic screening the middle behind Sarpreet Singh and Chris Wood.
| Team | Expected Starting XI |
|---|---|
| Iran | Alireza Beiranvand; Arya Yousefi, Shoja Khalilzadeh, Ali Nemati, Milad Mohammadi; Saeid Ezatolahi, Saman Ghoddos, Mohammad Mohebi; Amirhossein Hosseinzadeh, Mehdi Taremi, Mehdi Ghayedi |
| New Zealand | Max Crocombe; Tim Payne, Finn Surman, Michael Boxall, Liberato Cacace; Joe Bell, Marko Stamenic; Elijah Just, Sarpreet Singh, Matthew Garbett; Chris Wood |
Iran vs New Zealand Players Squad
Both teams confirmed their final World Cup squads before the tournament opened, and the main headline names are settled. Iran travel with Taremi, Ghoddos, Jahanbakhsh, and Ezatolahi, while New Zealand's spine still runs through Wood, Stamenic, Bell, Cacace, and Boxall.
| Team | Squad Players |
|---|---|
| Iran | Alireza Beiranvand, Seyed Hossein Hosseini, Payam Niazmand, Danial Eiri, Ehsan Hajsafi, Saleh Hardani, Hossein Kanaani, Shoja Khalilzadeh, Milad Mohammadi, Ali Nemati, Ramin Rezaeian, Rouzbeh Cheshmi, Saeid Ezatolahi, Mehdi Ghaedi, Saman Ghoddos, Mohammad Ghorbani, Alireza Jahanbakhsh, Mohammad Mohebi, Amir Mohammad Razzaghinia, Mehdi Torabi, Aria Yousefi, Ali Alipour, Dennis Dargahi, Amirhossein Hosseinzadeh, Mehdi Taremi, Shahriar Moghanlou |
| New Zealand | Max Crocombe, Alex Paulsen, Michael Woud, Tyler Bindon, Michael Boxall, Liberato Cacace, Francis de Vries, Callan Elliot, Tim Payne, Nando Pijnaker, Tommy Smith, Finn Surman, Lachlan Bayliss, Joe Bell, Matt Garbett, Eli Just, Callum McCowatt, Ben Old, Alex Rufer, Marko Stamenic, Sarpreet Singh, Ryan Thomas, Kosta Barbarouses, Jesse Randall, Ben Waine, Chris Wood |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Iran vs New Zealand live in the United States?
United States viewers can watch Iran vs New Zealand on FS1, while FOX One, the FOX Sports App, Peacock, and the Telemundo App cover the main legal streaming routes.
Is Iran vs New Zealand free to watch?
Yes, the match is free in New Zealand through TVNZ 1 and TVNZ+ and in Australia through SBS and SBS On Demand. Ireland also has a free route through RTÉ.
What time is Iran vs New Zealand kickoff?
Iran vs New Zealand kicks off at 9:00 PM ET on Monday, June 15, 2026. That is 2:00 AM in the United Kingdom and Ireland, 6:30 AM in India, and 1:00 PM in New Zealand on Tuesday, June 16.
Can I stream Iran vs New Zealand on my phone?
Yes. FOX One, the FOX Sports App, Peacock, TVNZ+, SBS On Demand, RTÉ Player, Zee5, and beIN SPORTS CONNECT are the main official mobile options.
What is the latest team news for Iran vs New Zealand?
Iran have positive updates around Roozbeh Cheshmi and Mehdi Torabi after recent training returns, while New Zealand are still monitoring Ryan Thomas and Matthew Garbett before kickoff.
TVNZ and SBS give the easiest free routes, while United States viewers should get FS1, FOX One, or Peacock ready before kickoff. Iran bring the stronger technical edge, yet New Zealand have enough set-piece threat to keep the Group G opener live deep into the second half.
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