"New Zealand return to World Cup 2026, as the first time at the competition since 2010 thanks to a spotless qualification campaign: they scored 19 times and conceded only once in the OFC group stage before thrashing Fiji and winning 3-0 against New Caledonia to book their place. The confederation's big boys have benefited from the expansion of the finals."
"Four years ago, the All Whites won every game in similarly emphatic fashion, but faced the inter-confederation play-off against CONCACAF opposition in the form of Costa Rica. It wasn't to be. You may like This time it's New Caledonia who still have work to do while New Zealand can prepare for the tournament proper, the third World Cup in their history. Having lost all three games in their first and drawn all three in their second, it's all set to be a nine-point group stage this time around."
New Zealand secured qualification for World Cup 2026 with a dominant OFC campaign, scoring 19 goals and conceding one before defeating Fiji and New Caledonia. The OFC benefited from the expanded World Cup, allowing the confederation a direct berth. New Zealand return to the finals for the first time since 2010, marking the third World Cup appearance in the nation's history. The squad draws from A-League clubs, Auckland and Wellington teams, and exported players competing in England, Scotland and Wales. Recent form has been mixed, with one win, one draw and six defeats in the last seven fixtures after qualification.
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