Iran and New Zealand face off in the early hours of Tuesday morning, with both sides facing an uphill task to get out of Group G.
Iran, who topped their qualifying group after losing just one of their 10 games, are making their seventh World Cup appearance this summer.
They’ve never managed to get out of their group but given the 2026 edition is expanded to 48 teams, Iran could qualify for the round of 32 as one of the best third-place sides behind Belgium and Egypt in Group G.
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New Zealand are appearing in just their third World Cup and their first since 2010. They beat Fiji and New Caledonia in their play-off semi-final and final respectively to secure their spot this summer.
The Kiwis, who are expected to finish bottom of the group, have played six games in the competition and they’re still searching for their first win (drawn three, lost three).
Radio Times has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Iran v New Zealand on TV and online.
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When is Iran v New Zealand?
Iran v New Zealand will take place on Tuesday 16 June 2026.
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Iran v New Zealand kick-off time
Iran v New Zealand will kick off at 2am UK time.
The Group G match is set to be played at the Los Angeles Stadium in California, United States.
What TV channel is Iran v New Zealand on?
You can watch the game live on BBC One.
All 104 World Cup 2026 matches are on free-to-air TV for UK viewers, split between ITV and BBC.
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How to live stream Iran v New Zealand online
UK viewers can stream the game live online via BBC iPlayer.
The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app.
Is Iran v New Zealand on radio?
You can listen to the match on talkSPORT and BBC Radio 5 Live.
talkSPORT is available on DAB radio, predominantly MW 1089 kHz though you may need to check its official website for some localised frequencies for talkSPORT, and like the BBC, you can tune in via most TV packages. You can also listen to talkSPORT online via the website or app.
BBC Radio 5 Live is available on DAB radio, MW 693 kHz, 909 kHz and 990 kHz, or you can tune into the station via most TV packages. You can also listen to Radio 5 Live online via the BBC website or BBC Sounds app.
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