Oceania FIFA Women's World Cup Qualifiers Final - New Zealand vs Papua New Guinea

The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ Oceania Qualifiers Final comes to North Harbour Stadium,  where the winner will secure direct qualification for Brazil.

The New Zealand's Ford Football Ferns face Papua New Guinea with the potential to qualify for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 on home soil.

One match will decide who represents Oceania at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™.

Be there to witness the moment a team books their place on the world stage. Bring the whānau and don’t miss this historic night of international football.

 

Matchday Details

Wednesday 15 April 2026 | North Harbour Stadium, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland
Kick-off: 7:00pm
New Zealand vs Papua New Guinea

 

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FAQ's

This game is being held at North Harbour Stadium. Located in Albany, North Shore. You can find directions to the venue here.

The timings for this match are as follows:

5pm Box Offices Open
5:30pm Gates Open
7pm New Zealand vs Papua New Guinea kick off

It's easy to reach North Harbour Stadium on public transport with bus services from the City Centre and beyond. Buses come every 5-10min.

Plan your journey using Auckland Transport's event guidance here.

 

Yes you can. Apply to volunteer for this match here. We wouldn't be able to do what we do without our volunteers! And we are always looking for as many volunteers as possible. Volunteering can be a great way to get experience for your resume, and help your community out at the same time. 

You can enter via Gate A or H. Stadiums staff, volunteers and wayfinding signage will assist you with directions upon arriving at the venue. 

In the interest of patron safety there will be reduced speed limits around the stadium.

Yes, there is merchandise available to purchase on site. This is located inside the venue, just after you enter through gates.

Yes. Unless specifically stated the match will take place rain, hail or shine. North Harbour Stadium is predominately an uncovered venue so please be prepared with a poncho or raincoat should wet weather be forecasted.

Contact the Auckland Stadiums team at lostproperty@aucklandstadiums.co.nz for lost property.

Ticketing

Tickets can be bought online or at the Gate A Box Office. The official ticketing agent for this game is Ticketek.

Please note that the Box office is cashless.

We cannot guarantee the validity or authenticity of tickets purchased from third-party sellers such as Viagogo or individuals selling on other online marketplaces. Non-valid tickets will be refused entry. 

Children aged two years old and under don’t require a ticket as long as they sit on an accompanying adult’s lap. If the child is occupying a seat, a ticket needs to be purchased. A ‘child’ ticket is required for any children aged between 3-15, as per their age on the day of the match. 

Tickets will be sent out closer to the event. Please contact Ticketek for any ticketing queries or visit https://ticketeknz.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/categories/4405069260185

The Box Office is located at Gate A and will be open from 5pm.

Please note that the Box Office is cashless.

Parking

Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis and is available in carpark H and A for the public.

Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis and is available in Car Park H and A for the public. If you are able to access this car park, we can offer transport to your seat from Gates A and H via our electric buggies.

Mobility

North Harbour Stadium is a mobility friendly venue. To book a mobility ticket or enquire around accessibility seating please contact https://ticketeknz.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/categories/4405069260185

Mobility parking at North Harbour Stadium is located in Car Park A and H, and is available on first-come, first-served basis. Access is restricted to patrons with valid mobility parking passes.

The dedicated mobility entrance gates are Gate A, or H. There will also be mobility volunteers onsite to assist with golf carts to help get you to your seat once inside the venue. You can identify our friendly mobility volunteers by their blue hi-vis jackets. 

Conditions of Entry

For a full breakdown of items please visit our conditions of entry here.

Please note the below advice for the dress code and for bringing signs and umbrellas into the venue.

Yes. 

For safety reasons, footwear is to be worn at all times.
We do not permit gang patches or gang paraphernalia to be displayed.
No high-visibility vests or clothing may be worn.

Families of all ages are welcome at Moana Pasifika matches. Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times and have purchased a valid ticket.  

Children aged 2 and under can enter for free but must sit on a parent or guardian’s lap. 

Banners, flags (without poles) and posters made from soft materials such as cloth, cardboard or paper are permitted. Signs should not be larger than A1 in size and must not obstruct the view of other patrons.

Larger banners and flags with poles will only be allowed into the venue once they have been reviewed and approved by the stadium security team before arrival to the gate. Please email us at info@aucklandstadiums.co.nz to seek approval before matchday.

Banners that exceed the maximum size or that have not been approved may be denied entry.

There are no pass outs for this match. If you exit the venue, you will not be able to re-enter.

Yes, umbrellas are permitted for sporting events. Patrons are not permitted to open umbrellas while in their seats.