Team Overview
In their latest World Cup match, New Zealand faced Iran and ended the game in a 2-2 draw. Despite a spirited performance, they were unable to secure their first win of the tournament.
Match statistics (Iran vs New Zealand):
- Possession: 48% – 52%
- Corners: 4 – 1
- Fouls: 10 – 8
- Yellow cards: 1 – 0
- Shots on target: 4 – 8
New Zealand enters this match with a recent record that shows no wins in their last ten outings, but they managed to draw their last game, indicating some potential for improvement. With only one match played in the tournament so far, they have had ample time to recover, having rested for 11 days since their last fixture. The squad is fully available, with no injuries or suspensions reported, which could provide them with the stability needed to push for a victory against Belgium.