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England edges New Zealand 1-0 in pre-World Cup friendly

Goal.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 10:15 PM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

England edges New Zealand 1-0 in pre-World Cup friendly

Summary

England won a pre-World Cup friendly match against New Zealand 1-0 on June 6 in Tampa. Harry Kane scored the only goal of the game. James Trafford started in goal for England, taking over from Jordan Pickford. Tino Livramento and Ezri Konsa also featured in the match as England prepared for the upcoming World Cup.

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Key Details

•England won 1-0 against New Zealand in a friendly match.
•Harry Kane scored the decisive goal.
•Match took place on June 6 in Tampa.
•James Trafford replaced Jordan Pickford as starting goalkeeper.
•England continues preparation for the World Cup.

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GOAL issues ratings to all of the England players involved in the pre-World Cup friendly against New Zealand, as Thomas Tuchel's men triumphed 1-0 in Tampa thanks to talisman Harry Kane
— Goal.comby Mark Doyle

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