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KickInsights AI Prediction

New Zealand World Cup 2026 Prediction

Group G · FIFA Rank #94 · Overall Rating 52.7

Win Probability

0

%

Group Finish

P4

Predicted

Advance Odds

8%

Predicted Exit

Group Stage

Attack Rating

58.7

Defence Rating

57.7

Team Overview

New Zealand enter FIFA World Cup 2026 as FIFA rank #94 in Group G with an overall squad rating of 52.7. KickInsights AI gives them a 0.0% tournament win probability and predicts 4th place in the group stage. Recent form shows 7 wins, 4 draws and 4 losses with a 20–9 goal record. The model forecasts a group-stage exit based on predicted standings and tiebreakers. Ratings breakdown: attack 58.7, midfield 48.7, defence 57.7.

Current Form

Record 7W 4D 4L
Goals 20–9
Clean Sheets 7
Form Score 69/100

Last 5 Matches

W W D W L

Squad Analysis

New Zealand's 7-man World Cup squad averages 28.3 years of age with a 79.1 form score and 75.4 tournament impact rating. 7 of 7 players are available for selection. The squad comprises 1 goalkeepers, 2 defenders, 2 midfielders and 2 forwards, combining for 46 international goals. Strengths include excellent recent player form, near-full squad availability, proven international goal threat. Potential concerns: limited defensive depth.

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Goalkeepers

2

Defenders

2

Midfielders

2

Forwards

Key Players

Full squad

Expected Group G Finish

AI-simulated standings after all group-stage fixtures:

  1. 1 Belgium Prediction →
  2. 2 Egypt Prediction →
  3. 3 Iran Prediction →
  4. 4 New Zealand

Expected Knockout Path

Our AI model predicts New Zealand will not advance beyond the group stage based on simulated standings and tiebreakers.

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New Zealand Group Stage Fixtures & Predictions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are New Zealand's chances of winning World Cup 2026?

KickInsights AI assigns New Zealand a 0.0% probability of winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup based on squad strength, recent form, FIFA ranking (#94) and simulated knockout outcomes.

Where will New Zealand finish in Group G?

Our AI predicts New Zealand to finish in position 4 in Group G after simulating all group-stage fixtures using predicted scores and tiebreakers.

Will New Zealand advance from the group stage?

Based on predicted group standings, New Zealand have approximately a 8% chance of advancing to the knockout round. The predicted exit stage is Group Stage.

What is New Zealand's predicted knockout path at World Cup 2026?

Our model does not project them beyond the group stage.

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