| Match Summary | |
| Match | Iran vs New Zealand |
| Tournament | 2026 World Cup |
| Date | Monday, June 15, 2026 |
| Time | 9:00 PM (ET) / 6:00 PM (PT) |
| TV Channels | FS1, Telemundo |
| Live Stream | Fubo, DirecTV Stream, Sling Blue, Hulu + Live TV, Peacock Premium |
How to watch Iran vs New Zealand in the USA
Television viewers in the United States can catch the match live on FS1 and Telemundo via their regular cable or satellite packages.
Fans can also stream the game on Fubo, DirecTV Stream, Sling Blue, Hulu + Live TV, and Peacock Premium. Don’t miss this exciting showdown.
Can I watch Iran vs New Zealand for free?
Fans across the United States can stream this marquee matchup live on Fubo and DirecTV Stream, with both platforms offering a free five-day trial for eligible new customers.
With coverage available nationwide on either service, supporters can follow all the action, pivotal moments, and game-changing plays from opening whistle to final whistle.
Match Preview: What’s at stake?
New Zealand and Iran kick off their tournament campaign in a crucial Group Stage clash, with both teams aiming to gain an early advantage in what is expected to be a tightly contested group. New Zealand, ranked No. 85 by FIFA, aims to pull off a shock at the World Cup.
While Belgium is widely viewed as the favorite to finish first, the race for the remaining qualification spots remains wide open.
New Zealand showed mixed form in its World Cup warmups, while Iran arrives as a strong contender led by star striker Mehdi Taremi. With valuable points on the line, both sides will be eager to start their tournament on the right foot.
Mehdi Taremi of Iran – Adam Nurkiewicz/Getty Images
Iran vs New Zealand: Predicted Lineups
Iran (4-5-1): Beiranvand Alireza; Rezaeian Ramin, Khalilzadeh Shoja, Kanaani Hossein, Hajsafi Ehsan; Ezatolahi Saeid, Razzaghinia Amir Mohammad; Mohebi Mohammad, Ghoddos Saman, Ghayedi Mehdi; Taremi Mehdi.
New Zealand (4-2-3-1): Max Crocombe; Tim Payne, Finn Surman, Michael Boxall, Liberato Cacace; Joe Bell, Marko Stamenic; Elijah Just, Matthew Garbett, Sarpreet Singh; Chris Wood.
What time is the Iran vs New Zealand match?
The match between Iran and New Zealand in Los Angeles kicks off today, June 15, at 9:00 PM (ET). For viewers in different regions of the United States, here are the local start times:
Eastern Time: 9:00 PM
Central Time: 8:00 PM
Mountain Time: 7:00 PM
Pacific Time: 6:00 PM
