The All Whites are back on football's biggest stage. New Zealand return to the World Cup for the first time in 16 years, securing their spot at the 2026 tournament for only the third appearance in the nation's history.…
Iran will travel to Los Angeles the day before their World Cup opener against New Zealand on 15 June, putting to rest a rumour that Team Melli planned a same-day round trip for the Group B fixture. The speculation had raised eyebrows given the logistical strain such an approach would place on Carlos Queiroz's squad, but confirmation of a conventional 24-hour arrival window restores a measure of predictability ahead of the All Whites' tournament bow.…
Your New Zealand side fell 1–0 to England in Florida on Tuesday, with Harry Kane getting the only goal. It was a tight, disciplined performance from the All Whites against a heavily scrutinised England team still figuring itself out under new boss Thomas Tuchel .…
The All Whites are days away from their first World Cup appearance since 2010. New Zealand kick off their 2026 campaign on June 16 against Iran – a moment the country has waited 16 years for.…
England edged New Zealand 1–0 in a World Cup warm-up friendly in Florida, with Harry Kane's header proving the difference. Kane, who according to England manager Thomas Tuchel is in the best shape of his career, headed home after a week where his intensity in training set the tone for the squad.…
England edged New Zealand 1–0 in Saturday's World Cup warm-up friendly at Wembley, with Anthony Gordon's goal settling a contest that gave Thomas Tuchel plenty to think about. The England manager called the performance "excellent" but the narrow scoreline against the All Whites suggests your side pushed one of the tournament favourites all the way .…