The World Cup rolls on with a fascinating Group G clash as New Zealand take on Egypt. 

Darren Bazeley's All Whites arrive buoyed by their Oceania qualification run and opening game draw against Iran and will look to continue leaning on Nottingham Forest talisman Chris Wood to spearhead their attack alongside young star Elijah Just in midfield. 

The Kiwis know they need a result here to keep their knockout hopes breathing, so don’t expect them to play scared here. 

Egypt, under Hossam Hassan are undoubtedly the more decorated outfit on paper. With Liverpool legend Mohamed Salah pulling the strings and Manchester City's Omar Marmoush providing genuine pace and finishing, the Pharaohs have world-class talent, New Zealand simply do not.  

Expect a tactical, physical contest with Egypt holding more of the ball and New Zealand looking to spring on the counter through Wood and Just.

Also, to celebrate the momentous occasion that is the World Cup, Sportsbet is bringing back its exclusive Super Sub feature!

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Now back to the action! For the latest betting tips and analysis ahead of this Group G game at the World Cup, check out our New Zealand vs Egypt tips and predictions below. 

New Zealand vs Egypt Predictions 

Head-to-Head Prediction

Egypt enter this fixture as a deserved favourite at 1.60, and there's plenty to like about that price. 

The Pharaohs boast the standout individual on the pitch in Mohamed Salah, plus a sharp foil in Omar Marmoush, who has hit form for Manchester City this season. New Zealand have shown resilience under Bazeley, but the gulf in attacking quality is significant. 

Egypt's African qualification campaign showcased their ability to grind out results, and they should have enough patience and craft to break down a deep-lying Kiwi block. Value lies with the favourite here.

Betting tip: Egypt. 

Correct Score Prediction

Picking correct scores is always tricky, but the shape of this match points to a controlled Egyptian win rather than a goal fest. 

New Zealand are well-drilled defensively, with Tyler Bindon and Michael Boxall offering aerial presence, and Bazeley will set up to frustrate and hit on the counter through the pace of Just. 

Egypt have the patience to keep probing until Salah or Marmoush unlocks the door. A single goal could be enough, and at 6.00, Egypt 1-0 represents the shortest-priced realistic scoreline on offer, but New Zealand showed their appetite for goals in their opener, and we don’t fancy them to be completely shut out here. 

Betting tip: 2-1 Egypt. 

First Goal Prediction

When you've got Mohamed Salah on the park, he's almost always the smart play in the first goalscorer market. 

Priced at 4.00, the former Liverpool superstar is the shortest-priced option and for good reason. 

Salah takes Egypt's set pieces, drifts in from the right, and is a constant threat from open play. Against a New Zealand side likely to sit deep, his ability to drift into pockets and strike from range could prove decisive early. 

Omar Marmoush at 4.50 is a tempting alternative, as is Chris Wood for all the All-White fans, but Salah's involvement in everything Egypt do makes him the value selection in our opinion. 

Betting tip: Mohamed Salah.

Where to Watch New Zealand vs Egypt

For the first time ever, Sportsbet is offering punters the chance to stream World Cup matches live*.

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To access the stream for New Zealand vs Egypt simply find your way to the official betting page for this match. Or, if you have a bet on the game you can watch from your "My Bets" section.

Traditional World Cup broadcaster SBS is also showing every World Cup match, meaning you can also watch New Zealand vs Egypt on either SBS, SBS Viceland or SBS On Demand. 

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*Odds are subject to change.

New Zealand vs Egypt Match Details 

Date: Monday, June 22, 2026. 

Kick-off: 11:00am AEST. 

Location: BC Place, Vancouver. 

Where to watch: Sportsbet, SBS.