New Zealand vs Malaysia Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The All Whites will welcome Harimau Malaya for a friendly in their final clash of the October international break.

New Zealand come into this game on the back of a 3-0 win over Tahiti in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. They have enjoyed a good run of form and have remained undefeated in seven of their last nine games this year. They will look to maintain good shape and make the most out of their dominant head-to-head record against Malaysia.

Malaysia on the other hand will play their first and only game in the ongoing international break. The Malayan Tigers are undefeated in their last five outings with three wins and two draws. They will look to rely on their quick counter-attacking style and exploit the spaces behind the opponent’s backline. They are known for their strong team chemistry, speed and tactical discipline.

Kick Off

Monday, 14 October, 11:30 AM IST

Venue: North Harbour Stadium, Auckland, New Zealand

Form

New Zealand (in all competitions): W-D-L-W-W

Malaysia (in all competitions): D-W-W-W-D

Players to watch 

Chris Wood (New Zealand)

Chris Wood will look to continue his good run of form coming into the international setup. Wood has scored three goals in his last four appearances for both club and country, including a strike against Chelsea. His physical abilities coupled with his aerial prowess make him an unstoppable force for the All Whites. He has 35 goals for New Zealand in 77 appearances.

Safawi Rasid (Malaysia)

Safawi Rasid is known as one of the best players that Malaysia have ever produced. He is known for his technical skills, decision making and dribbling. He can take on defenders with his quick feet and finish things off with his powerful shooting. Moreover, he is a versatile forward and can operate at multiple positions across the front line. 

Match facts

• It will be the first clash between the two sides since 2006
• The last time Malaysia defeated New Zealand was back in 1999
• New Zealand are undefeated in their last five meetings against Malaysia

New Zealand vs Malaysia: Betting tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Match to end in a draw
• Tip 2: Chris Wood to score anytime
• Tip 3: Both teams to score

Injury & Team News

Both teams are expected to have a fully fit squad available for selection.

Head-to-head

Total Matches played – 12

New Zealand wins – 8

Malaysia wins – 2

Draws – 2

Predicted Line-up 

New Zealand (4-3-3)

Crocombe (GK); Payne, Bindon, Pijnaker, Cacace; Stamenic, Rufer, Garbett; Just, Wood, Old

Malaysia (4-3-3)

Hazmi (GK); Davies, Cools, Tan, Corbin-Ong; Laine, Abba, Santos; Rasid, Ahmad, Morales

Prediction for New Zealand vs Malaysia

Both teams have enjoyed a good run of form this year and are undefeated in their last few outings. We expect this game to end in a 2-2 draw as it will be an evenly poised clash.

Prediction: New Zealand 2-2 Malaysia

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