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22 Jun 2026 02:00

Egypt

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Away win 1.60

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New Zealand vs Egypt Predictions, Picks & Odds – 22/06/2026

World Cup · 2

Our prediction

2: Egypt to win

1.60 on Betfred · Confidence Medium

Odds recorded on 20 Jun 2026 at 03:57 · Odds are subject to change

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New Zealand return to the World Cup for the first time since 2010, when they famously departed unbeaten with three draws. The optimism surrounding that achievement feels distant now, however, as Darren Bazeley's side arrive in poor recent form, winning just once in their last four outings. Captain Chris Wood is fully fit after recovering from a knee injury, and his goals will be essential if the All Whites are to progress beyond the group stage for the first time.

Egypt, by contrast, carry genuine momentum into this tournament. Hossam Hassan's side qualified through an unbeaten campaign, topping their CAF group with 26 points from ten matches. Their defensive record has been outstanding, conceding just twice in five qualifiers and keeping four clean sheets. Mohamed Salah, who sits two goals shy of becoming Egypt's all-time leading scorer, was directly involved in 60% of the team's qualifying goals. The Pharaohs look well equipped for this contest.

New Zealand's recent form makes for grim reading. Three defeats in their last four outings have exposed fragilities at both ends of the pitch, and sitting bottom of their group only underscores the challenge ahead. Egypt, by contrast, qualified through an unbeaten campaign, collecting 26 points from ten matches with a miserly defensive record. That solidity gives the Pharaohs a genuine platform to compete at BC Place Stadium.

The value here sits firmly with Egypt at 1.60. Hossam Hassan's side conceded just 0.4 goals per match across their last five fixtures, keeping four clean sheets in that span. Mohamed Salah's direct involvement in 60% of qualification goals provides the cutting edge. Backing the Pharaohs to win this critical six-pointer looks well supported by the data, and under 2.5 goals at 1.67 complements that defensive profile.

Both teams to score looks unlikely given Egypt's resolute backline, making the "no" option at 1.57 an appealing secondary selection. Darren Bazeley's side will set up in a compact 4-2-3-1, but Chris Wood may find himself starved of service against disciplined opponents. Egypt need not be spectacular here; controlled efficiency should be enough to secure what would be their first ever World Cup victory.

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Trends to Know about New Zealand vs Egypt

• Egypt unbeaten in ten qualifying matches
• New Zealand lost three of last four
• Egypt conceded 0.4 goals per match recently

A mirror image of formations sets the stage here, with both sides lining up in a 4-2-3-1, meaning the tactical battle will be decided in the details rather than structural mismatches. New Zealand will look to Chris Wood as their focal point, while Egypt's double pivot shields a genuinely dangerous attacking trio behind them.

Egypt carry the heavier individual quality across the pitch, with Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush capable of unpicking a disciplined defensive block. New Zealand will need their midfield to press with discipline and deny Egypt the space to build rhythm, particularly through the central channels where the contest is likely to be won or lost.

How to Watch New Zealand vs Egypt Match?

What time is New Zealand vs Egypt?

New Zealand face Egypt at BC Place Stadium on 22 June 2026, with kickoff set for 02:00 BST.

Where is New Zealand vs Egypt being played?

This match takes place at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver, Canada.

How Can I Watch New Zealand vs Egypt on TV and Live Stream?

Broadcast details for New Zealand vs Egypt will be confirmed closer to kickoff by local and international rights holders.