How to Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 Oceania Qualifiers Live
The FIFA World Cup 2026 Oceania Qualifiers are reaching the final stage. The All Whites need two more wins to qualify for the tournament. Fans in New Zealand and across the world can watch all matches live and free.
Where to Watch the Oceania Qualifiers Matches?
Football fans in New Zealand can watch the games on TVNZ+. If the All Whites play, the match will also air on TVNZ 2.
For international viewers, FIFA+ will stream every game for free. You can watch it on the FIFA+ website or download the FIFA+ app on your phone.
Steps to Watch on FIFA+:
- Go to FIFA+ or open the app
- Sign up for a free account
- Click on the live match and start watching
Match Schedule for FIFA World Cup 2026 Oceania Qualifiers
All times are in New Zealand Daylight Time (NZDT, UTC+13).
| Round | Date | Match | Time (NZDT) | Channel | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-final 1 | Friday, March 21, 2025 | New Caledonia vs. Tahiti | 3:00 PM | TVNZ+ & FIFA+ | Sky Stadium, Wellington |
| Semi-final 2 | Friday, March 21, 2025 | New Zealand vs. Fiji | 7:00 PM | TVNZ 2, TVNZ+ & FIFA+ | Sky Stadium, Wellington |
| Final | Monday, March 24, 2025 | Winner SF1 vs. Winner SF2 | 7:00 PM | TVNZ 2, TVNZ+ & FIFA+ | Eden Park, Auckland |
Match Timings in Different Time Zones
New Zealand follows NZDT (UTC+13), so the matches will air at different times across the world.
- United Kingdom (BST, UTC+1): The final airs at 6:00 AM BST on March 24.
- USA (ET, UTC-4): The first semi-final airs on March 20 at 9:00 PM ET, while the final starts at 1:00 AM ET on March 24.
- Pacific Region: Fans in Fiji and New Caledonia (UTC+12) can watch in the evening. Tahiti (UTC-10) viewers will tune in a day earlier due to time differences.
All Whites’ Path to the FIFA World Cup 2026
New Zealand will face Fiji in the semi-finals on March 21 at Sky Stadium in Wellington. If they win, they will play the winner of New Caledonia vs. Tahiti in the final on March 24 at Eden Park in Auckland.
For the first time, the winner of the Oceania Qualifiers will qualify directly for the FIFA World Cup. The tournament expansion has given Oceania a guaranteed spot instead of an intercontinental playoff.
How to Buy Tickets for the Matches
Fans in New Zealand can watch the games live at the stadium. Tickets are available on Ticketek.
For the semi-finals at Sky Stadium, Wellington, on March 21, 2025, tickets cost $20 for adults and $10 for kids (plus ticketing fees).
The final will be at Eden Park, Auckland, on March 24, 2025. Ticket prices are $20, $40, or $80 for adults and $10, $20, or $40 for kids (plus ticketing fees).
Visit Ticketek to book your tickets before they sell out.
Why This Tournament Matters
This is a big moment for Oceania football. With a direct FIFA World Cup spot on the line, every team will give their best performance.
New Zealand has always been the strongest team in the region, but Fiji, Tahiti, and New Caledonia are determined to challenge them. The final match will decide history.
With TVNZ and FIFA+ streaming the games for free, watching live has never been easier. Tune in and enjoy the action.
