MATCH 40 Group G: New Zealand vs Egypt tickets

New Zealand's World Cup meeting with Egypt takes place on 22 June, with kick-off at 2am UK time at BC Place in Vancouver. With it being the second group-stage game for both sides, the stakes are high, and it's a chance for both teams to really establish their place in the tournament and boost their chances of making it to the knockout stages. Neither side will want to head into the final group game leaving themselves too much to do, so a result here will be crucial.

Although this is only the third World Cup New Zealand have qualified for in their history, they have consistently proven themselves a difficult team to break down, as they showed at the 2010 World Cup when they were the only nation to finish the tournament unbeaten. Egypt, on the other hand, will look to take the game to New Zealand, using their pacey wingers, including Mo Salah, to find space down the flanks and in behind.

How to Buy Tickets for New Zealand vs. Egypt

Demand for World Cup fixtures will be high, and tickets are expected to move quickly once allocations open. In fact, our customer service team regularly hear from fans who want to know: How can I book World Cup tickets? And it can be tricky. Let's walk you through all the steps so you can start thinking about booking your flights across the Atlantic.

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New Zealand vs. Egypt Preview & Predictions

New Zealand will head into this tournament as a side nobody expects to make waves. They've had limited success in the past, and their squad is lacking a bit of quality throughout. However, what they lack in technical quality, they certainly make up for it with grit and determination, and have steadily become an incredibly difficult side to break down over the years. Egypt, on the other hand, certainly do have pockets of technical brilliance on the pitch, including Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush. Both individuals may have had difficult seasons for their respective clubs, but their star quality remains, and they could well be the difference in this fixture.

Both sides have met sparingly over the years, with their first meetings coming in 1999, where Egypt were held to a 1–1 draw by the All Whites, before beating them 1–0 five days later. The clearest indicator of how this summer's World Cup game will go is their FIFA Series meeting in 2024, where Egypt ran out 1–0 winners. It's likely to be a close game, but Egypt should have enough to edge it.

Key Players to Watch

For Egypt, Mohamed Salah is the main threat. Despite having a poor domestic season by his standards, he is still, without doubt, Egypt's talisman, so expect most of their attacking play to go through him. While Salah will be Egypt's go-to man at the World Cup, he should dovetail nicely with Manchester City's Omar Marmoush. Marmoush has also struggled at club level this campaign, but he certainly has the quality to make the difference in this Egypt side. Former West Brom defender Ahmed Hegazi makes up the final part of Egypt's key trio. Despite turning 35 at the start of the year, Hegazi is still a mainstay at the back for the Pharaohs and has been key to their success in recent years.

For New Zealand, Chris Wood is the obvious focal point — the player you expect to influence a match with one clever run or a decisive finish. Sarpreet Singh will also be a key player for the All Whites. As a technically gifted midfielder, he has the ability to drop into tight spaces, make New Zealand tick and probe at the Egyptian defence.

BC Place – Match Venue

BC Place, which has been renamed Vancouver Stadium for the upcoming World Cup, is one of the best venues at the tournament. Sat in the heart of Vancouver, the stadium features a retractable roof for weather control and sweeping views of the city's skyline. As one of Canada's main sporting stadiums, BC Place is home to the Vancouver Whitecaps of the MLS and the BC Lions, who play in the Canadian Football League. BC Place has also hosted multiple international friendlies and even the 2010 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. BC Place is set to be the perfect host stadium for World Cup fixtures this summer.

How to Get to BC Place for This Match

Getting to the stadium from the city centre is pretty easy, and there is a wide range of transport options available to fans at the World Cup. The quickest route is on the SkyTrain, with both Stadium–Chinatown Station and Yaletown–Roundhouse Station within a quick walk of the stadium. If you're staying in the centre of Vancouver and you fancy a stroll to the stadium, you can make the trip in about 20–25 minutes. If you'd rather avoid public transport or don't want to make the walk, there are plenty of taxi and rideshare options in Vancouver as well.

BC Place Fan Guide for Match Day

If you are attending a match at BC Place, you'll find plenty of things to keep you entertained before and after kick-off. The fan areas open well before kick-off, meaning you can get to the ground early, soak in the atmosphere and visit some of the local food and drink stalls. If you fancy heading elsewhere before the game, you could head to Yaletown, which sits directly next to the stadium and is packed with pubs, restaurants and bars, making it one of the more popular spots for football fans on matchdays. If you want to take things at a slower pace before the game, you could go for a walk along the waterfront and take in some of the views. After the game, you have the option of heading into downtown Vancouver, where you'll find a range of bars and restaurants that will stay open late. Vancouver itself is largely walkable, but you may want to hop in a taxi for destinations that are further out.

Head-to-Head History: New Zealand vs. Egypt

New Zealand and Egypt have only faced each other a handful of times over the years, with Egypt going unbeaten in all three games, picking up two wins and one draw. Their most recent meeting was back in 2024 in a FIFA Series match, where Egypt ran out 1–0 winners thanks to a Mostafa Mohamed penalty in the 29th minute. Although the game wasn't a classic, it definitely showed how closely matched these sides are.

Neither team has ever met the other at a World Cup, which makes this summer's fixture even more interesting. Both sides will look to settle into the game early, but with two very different play styles and the stakes high, this game could be incredibly tense.