World Cup 2026 Predictions & Tips — 26 June (NZ Time)

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Match ball on the centre spot of a floodlit World Cup pitch before kick-off
A decisive Matchday 3 awaits across Groups G, H and I.

The final round of Groups G, H and I plays out on 26 June (US time), which falls across Saturday morning and early afternoon for New Zealand viewers. Three groups, six games, and plenty still to settle, including the All Whites’ must-win against Belgium. Below are the kick-offs in NZ time and our read on each, with all odds in decimal as of 26 June.

The Card in NZ Time

Match NZ kick-off (Sat 27 Jun) Group
Norway vs France 7 AM NZST I
Senegal vs Iraq 7 AM NZST I
Uruguay vs Spain 12 PM NZST H
Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia 12 PM NZST H
Egypt vs Iran 3 PM NZST G
New Zealand vs Belgium 3 PM NZST G
No overnight viewing needed: the earliest games kick off at 7 AM NZST on Saturday, with the All Whites match at 3 PM.

Group I: Norway vs France for Top Spot

This one decides first place. Both teams are already through, and a draw sends France top on goal difference. France are firm favourites at around 1.63 with Norway out near 4.50–5.00 and the draw around 3.90–4.50. There is a twist: France’s head coach Didier Deschamps has left the camp following his mother’s death, with assistant Guy Stephan in interim charge.

With Norway content to finish second, a rotated, relaxed visitor makes France to win the group the soundest play on the card.

Group H: Spain Chase a Clean Sheet, Minus Pedri

Spain top the group with a draw against Uruguay and are heavy favourites at roughly 1.50, with Uruguay around 7.52 and the draw near 4.40. The catch: midfield linchpin Pedri is suspended after a second booking, forcing a reshuffle. Spain have yet to concede a goal in the tournament, while Uruguay have drawn every game so far — pointing to another tight, low-scoring affair. In the other game, Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia are level in the market at about 2.70 each.

Group G: the All Whites’ Group Goes to the Wire

Group G is the most open in the tournament, and both 3 PM NZST games are live. Egypt are slight favourites to beat Iran at around 2.45–2.50, with Iran near 4.0 and the draw about 2.85 — a result that interacts directly with New Zealand’s fate against Belgium.

Warning! Group G is still a four-way race — if you back the All Whites, remember the Egypt–Iran result also shapes who goes through.

For the full New Zealand vs Belgium breakdown — odds, team news and how to watch — see our dedicated All Whites vs Belgium prediction.

  • France to win Group I is the steadiest single pick at ~1.63.
  • Spain are ~1.50 to beat Uruguay but must cope without the suspended Pedri.
  • Group G’s two 3 PM NZST games are interlinked — Egypt–Iran affects New Zealand.
  • Every game falls in NZ daytime on Saturday 27 June.
What World Cup matches are on today in NZ time?
Six Matchday 3 games: Norway–France and Senegal–Iraq at 7 AM NZST, Uruguay–Spain and Cape Verde–Saudi Arabia at 12 PM, and Egypt–Iran and New Zealand–Belgium at 3 PM, all on Saturday 27 June.
Who is favourite, Uruguay or Spain?
Spain are clear favourites at around 1.50, with Uruguay out near 7.52, though Spain will be without the suspended Pedri.
Why does the Egypt vs Iran result matter to New Zealand?
Group G is wide open. The Egypt–Iran outcome decides whether a New Zealand win over Belgium is enough for second place or a best-third spot.

Plan your weekend with the NZ time schedule, dig into value bets and group-stage predictions, and start at our World Cup 2026 betting guide.

Odds shown in NZD decimals and correct as of 26 June — confirm the live price before betting. Markets via partners such as BillyBets and LamaBet. 18+. Bet responsibly.