Match
Haiti vs New Zealand
First senior international meeting, according to New Zealand Football's fixture release.
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Haiti vs New Zealand Predicted Lineups 2026
The predicted XI is useful for search and betting, but it must stay clearly labelled as expected until official teams drop.
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Kick-off
June 2, 2026, 8pm local
NZ Football lists 3 June NZT / 2 June local time at 8pm in Fort Lauderdale.
Venue
Chase Stadium
Fort Lauderdale, Florida. New Zealand also played Colombia at the same venue in November 2025.
World Cup angle
Preparation friendly
New Zealand face Iran, Egypt and Belgium in Group G; Haiti face Scotland, Brazil and Morocco in Group C.
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Haiti vs New Zealand Predicted Lineups
The expected Haiti vs New Zealand lineups are shaped by World Cup preparation rather than league form. Both coaches can test combinations and manage minutes.
Payne is a logical New Zealand right-back option, but the betting decision should wait for confirmation because a friendly can rotate senior defenders.
Suggested markets
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New Zealand corners if Payne/Cacace start
Haiti goal live if transition threat appears
Expected New Zealand shape
New Zealand's World Cup squad gives a pool built around Chris Wood in attack, experienced defenders and wide full-back options including Payne and Cacace.
If Payne starts, right-back and defensive-width searches become important. If he is held back, New Zealand may be prioritising rotation before the tournament.
Expected Haiti shape
Haiti's published squad includes experienced attacking options, so New Zealand's defensive transitions matter. That is why Payne's side of the pitch can become a live watch area.
Official lineups should be checked before using any player prop, scorer or card market.
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FAQ
Is Tim Payne in the predicted New Zealand lineup?
He is a realistic right-back option, but his start is not confirmed until official team sheets are published.
Who are New Zealand's key lineup names?
Chris Wood, Tim Payne, Liberato Cacace, Michael Boxall and Tommy Smith are among the high-search squad names.
Is Tim Payne in New Zealand's World Cup squad?
Yes. FIFA's New Zealand squad article lists Tim Payne among the defenders in Darren Bazeley's 26-player World Cup squad.
What club does Tim Payne play for?
Tim Payne plays for Wellington Phoenix. The club profile lists him as an experienced All Whites defender.