New Zealand predicted lineup vs Egypt for FIFA World Cup 2026 clash

New Zealand will face Egypt on Sunday, June 21.

New Zealand will face Egypt in their final Group G fixture of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with qualification to the knockout stage still within reach. The Kiwis collected a point from their opening match after securing a 2-2 draw against Iran.

With one point from their first game, New Zealand remain firmly in contention ahead of the clash against Egypt.

Coach Darren Bazeley is expected to stick with the same lineup he used against Iran. Some top players are likely to remain in the pivotal roles as New Zealand look for a positive outcome in a game that may be crucial to their Group G fate.

Chris Wood is expected to lead the way again, and Liberato Cacace and midfielder Joe Bell are likely to be in from the get-go. The balance of the game looked good for New Zealand against Egypt, as they are going to have to play this way.

New Zealand team news ahead of FIFA World Cup clash against Egypt

Max Crocombe will continue to be New Zealand’s goalkeeper. The back four should include Tim Payne and Liberato Cacace as full-backs, while Michael Boxall and Finn Surman should be in the centre of defence.

New Zealand will play with a three-man midfield of Joe Bell, Marko Stamenic and Sarpreet Singh. Bell and Stamenic will most likely maintain control in central areas, while Singh may be given a more advanced role and contribute to the attack.

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In the final 3rd, it is expected that Elijah Just and Callum McCowatt will be in the wide attacking positions. Both players will be fast and creative on the wing and will look to pick it up in the box.

Chris Wood will likely be the central striker. The veteran forward will continue to be New Zealand’s attacking forward of choice and is expected to feature in their attacking strategy against Egypt.

New Zealand’s predicted XI vs Egypt

New Zealand’s predicted lineup (4-3-3): Max Crocombe (GK); Tim Payne, Michael Boxall, Finn Surman, Liberato Cacace; Joe Bell, Marko Stamenic, Sarpreet Singh; Elijah Just, Callum McCowatt, Chris Wood.

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