Iran vs New Zealand
First half1 - 1
Second half1 - 1
- 89(Foul)
- 90 + 2
- 90 + 2
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Head to Head meetings
Iran – New Zealand
Iran
New Zealand
- 0
Victories
- 1
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0  |
Scored goals | 2 | 2 |
Average per game | 2 | 2 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Form
Iran
- 5Matches
- 4Goals
- 0.8Goal per game
- 0Wins
- 3Draws
- 2Losses
New Zealand
- 5Matches
- 8Goals
- 1.6Goal per game
- 2Wins
- 1Draws
- 2Losses
Best statistical picks
Iran – New Zealand
Recent form favours New Zealand to win
Cards over the last 10 matches favour Under 4.5
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.80 | 3.50 | 4.50 |
◆ CheckLive verdict
Clear favorite — Iran
CheckLive's preview leans decisively toward Iran, driven by a dominant edge in form and mental composure against a New Zealand side that has lost four of its last five outings. The gulf in recent results and knockout-tournament temperament makes the hosts firm favourites.
Home win — Iran1.80
High confidence85%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
61.6
39.9
CheckSkill
53.5
48.3
CheckMental
81.6
33.2
CheckLive total67.8 vs 42.3+25.5
More match signals
Iran (DNB)84%1.29
Over 3.579%4.50
Iran (−1)90%
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win the match between Iran and New Zealand?
Iran are clear favourites to win this World Cup 2026 qualifier. Their recent form, consisting of three straight wins, combined with a huge mental resilience advantage, puts them in a strong position against a New Zealand side that has lost four of its last five matches.
Who has better form coming into this match?
Iran have far better form, having won their last three qualifiers with an aggregate of 14 goals. New Zealand, in contrast, have lost back-to-back games and managed just one win in their last five outings. The form gap is significant and favours the hosts heavily.
Will both teams score in this match?
It seems unlikely both teams will score given Iran's solid recent defensive displays and New Zealand's scoring struggles. The All Whites have scored only four goals in their last five matches, while Iran have kept multiple clean sheets during their winning run.
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.80 | 3.50 | 4.50 |