Match Report
Iran and New Zealand drew 2-2 in the World Cup, Group Stage. Before the match, Iran were 3rd in the World Cup table with New Zealand in 4th. Their only previous encounter (since 2026) ended in a draw. Iran's goals came from Ramin Rezaeian (32'), Mohammad Mohebi (64'); New Zealand scored through Elijah Just (7'), Elijah Just (54'). Match stats: possession 49%-51%, shots 17-14, on target 4-8, corners 4-1. Explore the full timeline, stats breakdown and player performances.
New Zealand take on Iran in the World Cup at Los Angeles Stadium.
Iran occupy 3rd place with 3 points. New Zealand, for their part, hold 4th with 1.
Across 1 meeting since 2026, honours split 0 to Iran and 0 to New Zealand, with 1 draw.
The match ended in a 2-2 draw.
Goal scorers
Iran: Ramin Rezaeian (32'), Mohammad Mohebi (64') · New Zealand: Elijah Just (7'), Elijah Just (54')
Key stats
Possession: Iran 49% · New Zealand 51% · Total shots: 17-14 · On target: 4-8 · Corners: 4-1