World Cup 2010 Live Streaming: Italy vs New Zealand June 20 - Italy, the defending champion, looked as creaky as a Venetian rowboat at times in its opening draw against Paraguay.

New Zealand grabbed a tie, as well as a vital point in the tight Group F standings and a measure of respect, in the dying moments of its opening game against Slovakia.




Defender Winston Reid played the hero, but he and his teammates would do well not to leave it that late again today: whatever their problems, few teams protect a lead as well as the Italians.

Neither of these teams can clinch a second-round berth with a win in this match (nor can they be eliminated for contention with a loss). But they can take a big step towards qualifying for the round of 16 with a victory, as it would allow them to control their own destiny heading into the final slate of group games.