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England vs New Zealand Match Summary
Competition | International Friendlies |
|---|---|
Match Date | Saturday 6 June 2026 |
Match Time | 21:00 |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Tampa, Raymond James Stadium |
Broadcast (TV / Streaming / Radio / Bookmaker Streaming) | ITV 1, ITV Interactive |
England take on New Zealand at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa as both sides wrap up their World Cup preparations in this international friendly.
England head into this fixture off the back of a mixed March window, drawing with Uruguay and losing to Japan, so a convincing display is needed.
New Zealand arrive in poor form, losing four of their last five outings, including a 4-0 defeat to Haiti in Fort Lauderdale.
The two nations have not met in a senior men's international for 35 years, with England winning both previous encounters back in June 1991.
England vs New Zealand Form
England's March window was underwhelming. A 1-1 draw with Uruguay and a defeat to Japan left plenty of questions, though they dominated possession and created chances in both fixtures. A clinical edge has been missing in recent outings.
New Zealand have been struggling. Four defeats in their last five matches tells its own story, and that heavy loss to Haiti will have dented confidence. Chris Wood remains their biggest attacking threat, but the All Whites need far more from the players around him.
England vs New Zealand Predicted Lineup
England
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Pickford; James, Konsa, Guehi, O'Reilly; Anderson, Mainoo; Rogers, Bellingham, Rashford; Kane.
New Zealand
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Crocombe; Payne, Surman, Bindon, Cacace; Stamenic, Rufer; Just, McCowatt, Randall; Wood.
England vs New Zealand Key Stats & Match Facts
England registered 13 shots, five on target, during their 1-1 draw against Uruguay in March.
New Zealand conceded four goals from 13 shots faced in their heavy defeat to Haiti.
England dominated set pieces in their last outing, winning seven corners while conceding nil against Uruguay.
New Zealand managed 14 shots with only three on target in their most recent warm-up match.
England held 53.9% possession against Uruguay, controlling the tempo throughout.
England vs New Zealand Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: England to win. The gulf in quality between these two sides is significant, and New Zealand's dire recent form suggests they will find it difficult to contain England's attacking depth. A one-sided display from the home side looks the most likely outcome.
Best Bets
Over 3.5 Total Goals at 5/4 with Ladbrokes. England's squad is packed with attacking talent and New Zealand have been shipping goals for fun. A one-sided fixture with four or more goals is a credible outcome given the gap in quality between these two nations.
Jude Bellingham Anytime Goalscorer at 5/2 with Ladbrokes. Bellingham has the quality to get on the scoresheet in a match where England are set to dominate possession and create chances freely.
England vs New Zealand Bet Builder
Our bet builder backs England to win, keep a clean sheet (BTTS: No), score over 2.5 goals, and the match to feature over 8.5 corners, all at 13/4.
England are heavy favourites at 1/9 in the win market, and New Zealand have given very little reason to think they can cause an upset here.
New Zealand have struggled to score goals consistently, and England's defensive options mean a clean sheet is very much on the cards.
With England likely to dominate and New Zealand sitting deep, three or more England goals is a realistic outcome given the quality gap.
England won seven corners and conceded nil against Uruguay. With New Zealand expected to defend in numbers, the corner count could comfortably exceed eight.
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England vs New Zealand Talking Points
This fixture marks the first time England and New Zealand have met in 35 years, dating back to two meetings in June 1991. It is also the final chance for both squads to experiment with personnel and shape before the 2026 World Cup group stages begin. For England, a positive result here would settle any nerves in the squad going into the tournament. For New Zealand, it is about restoring belief after a run of damaging results. The quality gap between the two sides is significant, but the All Whites will be desperate to show they belong on this stage.
England vs New Zealand Predictions FAQs
When is the England vs New Zealand International Friendlies game?
The match is scheduled to kick off at 21:00 on Saturday 6 June 2026.
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