The New Zealand team, called the 'All Whites', qualified for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. In their previous appearance in 1982, the team did not progress past the first round. In 2010, they surprised many and drew all three games, including a game against Italy. Again they did not progress to the next stage.

New Zealand has qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

1982

New Zealand didn't make it out of Group 6 at the 1982 FIFA World Cup.

2010

New Zealand didn't make it out of Group F at the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

2026

New Zealand qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, their third appearance at the finals after 1982 and 2010. They were drawn into Group G alongside Belgium, Egypt, and Iran.

The All Whites opened with a 2–2 draw against Iran, twice leading through Elijah Just's goals.
The team also lost to Egypt and were beaten 5–1 by Belgium in their final match. They finished bottom of the group with 1 point.

Date Result Opponent
15 June 2–2 Iran
21 June 1–3 Egypt
26 June 1–5 Belgium