New Zealand returned to international action for the first time since the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 2-2 draw against Palestine in Chongqing, China, in a match that gave Darren Bazeley the opportunity to test the depth of his squad and hand three players their senior international debuts. The All Whites twice took theContinue reading “All Whites held by Palestine as three players make New Zealand debuts”
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McCowatt makes a positive first impression as champions AGF search for a way out of trouble
Callum McCowatt’s first weeks as an AGF player have offered encouraging signs for both the club and New Zealand supporters. The All Whites attacker has settled quickly after his transfer from Silkeborg IF, showing the attacking quality that made him one of the Danish Superliga’s most effective players. But while McCowatt’s individual start has beenContinue reading “McCowatt makes a positive first impression as champions AGF search for a way out of trouble”
All Whites goalkeeper Jamie Searle signs for Eastleigh
New Zealand international goalkeeper Jamie Searle has joined English National League club Eastleigh on a short-term deal, giving the All Whites shot-stopper a fresh opportunity in the English game. The 25-year-old has been registered with squad number 20 at the Silverlake Stadium, where he will join fellow goalkeepers Nick Townsend and Josh Jeffries in theContinue reading “All Whites goalkeeper Jamie Searle signs for Eastleigh”
Bill Tuiloma earns All Whites recall after Nando Pijnaker injury
Bill Tuiloma is back with the New Zealand national team, with the experienced defender added to the All Whites squad for the upcoming international window following an injury to Nando Pijnaker. The 31-year-old Wellington Phoenix centre-back had initially been left out of Darren Bazeley’s first squad since the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but Pijnaker’s withdrawalContinue reading “Bill Tuiloma earns All Whites recall after Nando Pijnaker injury”
All White Jesse Randall shines as Dundee United cruise past St Mirren
All Whites attacker Jesse Randall delivered one of his strongest performances since arriving in Scotland as Dundee United defeated St Mirren 3–0 away from home in the Scottish Premiership. Randall opened the scoring after only six minutes in Paisley, finishing a swift Dundee United move with composure. Idjessi Metsoko won possession before Daniel Bennie releasedContinue reading “All White Jesse Randall shines as Dundee United cruise past St Mirren”
Moses Dyer earns All Whites recall after eight-year absence
Moses Dyer has earned a return to the New Zealand national team after more than eight years away from the All Whites, with the in-form forward selected for upcoming international matches against Palestine and China PR. The 29-year-old has been included in Darren Bazeley’s first squad since the 2026 FIFA World Cup. New Zealand willContinue reading “Moses Dyer earns All Whites recall after eight-year absence”
All Whites name first post-World Cup squad for four-match Asian programme
New Zealand have announced their first All Whites squad since the FIFA World Cup 2026, with Darren Bazeley selecting 23 players for matches against Palestine, China PR and Panama before a final Kirin Cup fixture against either Japan or Ecuador. Sixteen members of New Zealand’s World Cup squad return, including captain Chris Wood and WorldContinue reading “All Whites name first post-World Cup squad for four-match Asian programme”
All Whites add Palestine and China PR friendlies to busy post-World Cup calendar
New Zealand have added two more international matches to an increasingly busy programme following their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, with the All Whites set to face Palestine and China PR before travelling to Japan for the Kirin Cup. Darren Bazeley’s side will take on Palestine on 24 September before facing China PR on 28Continue reading “All Whites add Palestine and China PR friendlies to busy post-World Cup calendar”
Joe Bell becomes sixth All White to play in UEFA Champions League
Joe Bell has joined a small group in New Zealand football history after making his first appearance in the UEFA Champions League proper for Viking FK. The All Whites midfielder played the full 90 minutes as the Norwegian champions began their league-phase campaign with a 3-1 defeat away to VfB Stuttgart on Wednesday. Viking wereContinue reading “Joe Bell becomes sixth All White to play in UEFA Champions League”
Major setback for Luke Brooke-Smith as serious ankle injury threatens first Portsmouth season
Luke Brooke-Smith’s promising start to life in English football has been brought to an abrupt halt after the New Zealand international suffered a severe ankle injury in training with Portsmouth, with the extent of the damage raising fears that his first season in the Championship could already be over. The 18-year-old sustained a severe dislocationContinue reading “Major setback for Luke Brooke-Smith as serious ankle injury threatens first Portsmouth season”
