🇳🇿 New Zealand vs Egypt 🇪🇬

Group G · Vancouver
Quick answer

New Zealand vs Egypt kicks off on June 21, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET (7:00 PM in central Mexico, 10:00 PM in Argentina). It airs free in Spanish in the US on Telemundo and streams on Peacock.

Last updated: June 15, 2026

New Zealand vs Egypt is a Group G fixture at the 2026 World Cup, played at BC Place (Vancouver). Both sides know that group-stage points are precious in the new 48-team format, where the top two of each group and the eight best third-placed teams advance to the Round of 32. A win here can decide who controls their own destiny on the final matchday and who is left chasing results elsewhere.

Lineups
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All time zones
US EasternET · UTC-4· Your time zone9:00 PMJun 21
Mexico / Central AmericaCT · UTC-67:00 PMJun 21
Argentina / Uruguay / ChileART · UTC-310:00 PMJun 21
Colombia / Peru / EcuadorCOT · UTC-58:00 PMJun 21
US PacificPT · UTC-76:00 PMJun 21
SpainCEST · UTC+23:00 AMJun 22

How to watch in Spanish

To watch New Zealand vs Egypt in Spanish in the United States, the simplest free option is Telemundo, which broadcasts over the air and reaches the large majority of US Hispanic households at no cost. Universo carries additional Spanish-language coverage on cable, and Peacock streams the matches in Spanish for viewers who prefer to watch on a phone, tablet or smart TV. If you only want the biggest games, free over-the-air Telemundo is usually enough; if you want every match in Spanish, Peacock is the most complete option.

The teams

New Zealand reach the 2026 World Cup through OFC and have been drawn into Group G alongside Belgium, Egypt and Iran. New Zealand have yet to win a World Cup, and a strong group stage would already be a notable run.

Egypt reach the 2026 World Cup through CAF and have been drawn into Group G alongside Belgium, Iran and New Zealand. Egypt have yet to win a World Cup, and a strong group stage would already be a notable run.

The venue

The match is played at BC Place in Vancouver, a 54,500-capacity venue that FIFA refers to as Vancouver Stadium during the tournament. The nearest major airport is Vancouver (YVR). FIFA enforces a clear-bag policy at every venue, so plan to travel light and arrive early to get through security.

BC Place

What to expect

On paper, the two sides are evenly matched on World Cup history, but group games are often tight and a single set piece or counter-attack can settle them.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch New Zealand vs Egypt in Spanish?+

In Spanish in the US, the match airs free over the air on Telemundo, on Universo on cable, and streams on Peacock. Telemundo is the easiest free option.

What time does New Zealand vs Egypt kick off?+

Kickoff is at 7:00 PM CT, 9:00 PM ET, 10:00 PM ART (Mexico, US Eastern and Argentina times). Check the timezone table above for your exact local time.

Is New Zealand vs Egypt free to watch?+

Yes, if it airs on Telemundo over the air you can watch it free with an antenna. Universo (cable) and Peacock (streaming) are paid options that also carry it in Spanish.

What channel is the match on in Spanish?+

Telemundo or Universo on TV, and Peacock for streaming, all with Spanish-language commentary.

Where is New Zealand vs Egypt played?+

At BC Place in Vancouver.

Who is favourite in New Zealand vs Egypt?+

Group matches are tight; see the "what to expect" section above for the head-to-head context.