BC Place will host a World Cup round 2 clash between New Zealand and Egypt as both sides look to boost their chances of reaching the knockout stages. New Zealand produced an entertaining display in their 2-2 draw with Iran in the opening round. Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood was the standout performer, providing both assists for Elijah Just, while the All Whites showed far more attacking intent than many expected. However, midfielder Matthew Garbett remains sidelined through injury, and defensive vulnerabilities continue to be a concern. New Zealand have failed to keep a clean sheet in any of their last ten matches, conceding an average of 1.9 goals per game during that spell.
Egypt, meanwhile, impressed in a hard-fought 1-1 draw with Belgium. The Pharaohs looked organized defensively and dangerous on the counterattack, with Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush once again leading the charge. While Attia and Fatouh are both one booking away from suspension, Egypt otherwise have no major selection concerns. Their defensive record remains solid, having conceded only 0.7 goals per game across their last ten outings while keeping clean sheets in 50% of those matches.
Given Egypt's superior quality and experience at this level, Away Win should be considered, alongside Both Teams to Score and Over 2.5 goals (The All Whites' opener produced four goals, while their defensive record remains concerning).
This World Cup 2026 match will be played on Monday 22 June 2026 at 02:00.
What is our New Zealand vs Egypt prediction?
Our prediction for this match: New Zealand 1 - 2 Egypt
New Zealand vs Egypt Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 1-2 @ 850 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes @ 120 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -1200 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -400 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals @ 120 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -250 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Mohamed Salah @ 120 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Mohamed Salah @ 350 Odds
- To be Booked: Alex Rufer @ 220 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Egypt -0.5 @ -174 Odds
- European Handicap: New Zealand +2 @ -225 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 7.5
- Total Corners: 6 - 8 @ 175 Odds
- Double Chance: 12 @ -450 Odds
- Draw No Bet: Egypt to Win @ -450 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: Egypt to Win/Egypt to Win @ 150 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Egypt - No @ -125 Odds
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View OfferNew Zealand Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lldlllwlld | 0.50 |
| Home | llw | 1.00 |
| Away | ldlllld | 0.29 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 10% | 33% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.80 | 3.67 | 2.43 |
| Scored | 0.90 | 1.67 | 0.57 |
| Conceded | 1.90 | 2.00 | 1.86 |
| BTTS | 50% | 67% | 43% |
| Clean Sheets | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 50% | 33% | 57% |
| Expected Goals | 1.19 | 1.22 | 1.17 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.84 | 1.10 | 2.16 |
Egypt Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | dwwldwdwld | 1.60 |
| Home | wwdw | 2.50 |
| Away | dlwdld | 1.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 75% | 17% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.00 | 2.50 | 1.67 |
| Scored | 1.30 | 1.75 | 1.00 |
| Conceded | 0.70 | 0.75 | 0.67 |
| BTTS | 40% | 50% | 33% |
| Clean Sheets | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Failed to Score | 40% | 25% | 50% |
| Expected Goals | 0.98 | 1.05 | 0.94 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.46 | 1.07 | 1.73 |
New Zealand vs Egypt Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
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