The Football Ferns match against the Philippines is kicking off at Wellington Regional Stadium.
Azaria Howell is at the capital's waterfront FIFA Fan-zone.
She says everyone is very excited.
"All wearing football shirts, some people with flags, people cheering, people watching on- it is such an incredible vibe and just so much happiness going around Wellington."
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