World Cup 1986 Qualifiers : New Zealand beats Israel 3-1
AUCKLAND, Oct. 26, 1985 (AMP) — Mexico 86 (Oceania Qualifiers) : New Zealand defeated Israel by a score of 3-1 (halftime: 2-1), in a qualifying game for the 1986 FIFA World Cup (Qualifying Tournament) on Saturday.
The result put the New Zealander top of the group with 7 points. Israel is third with 5 points. In their next game, New Zealand will meet second-placed Australia on November 3, while Israel will face New Zealand.
Fixtures and Results : Qualifying Tournament
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Overview
New Zealand at the World Cup
- 1 appearances (1982)
- 5 participations in the qualifications (first in 1970)
Israel at the World Cup
- 1 appearances (1970)
- 10 participations in the qualifications (first in 1950)
New Zealand
3:1
Israel
3:1 (2:1)
- 26 October 1985
- Auckland
Qualifying Tournament
| Team | Pts |
|---|---|
| New Zealand | 7 |
 Australia | 6 |
| Israel | 5 |
 Taiwan | 0 |
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