New Zealand

New-Zealand · Founded 1891

Home Squad Matches Trophies

Latest news

off pitchBBC SportOfficial source· 14 Aug 2026

New Zealand withdraws support for Infantino

New Zealand breaks ranks with Oceania to oppose Fifa president Gianni Infantino's re-election.

otherBBC SportOfficial source· 23 Sept 2026

Scotland recall Kerr and Thomas for World Cup play-offs

Sam Kerr and Martha Thomas return to the Scotland squad for the first time in almost a year.

off pitchBBC SportOfficial source· 18 Sept 2026

Elijah Just: From New Zealand to Premier League dream

A New Zealand midfielder is chasing a boyhood dream after starring at the World Cup.

off pitchBBC SportOfficial source· 21 Aug 2026

Stamenic Finds Love Again After Traumatic Year

A year after losing his father and moving clubs, Marko Stamenic credits Swansea for restoring his passion.

transferBBC SportOfficial source· 29 Jul 2026

Newcastle sign Scotland striker Martha Thomas from Spurs

WSL 2 side Newcastle United have bolstered their attack with the signing of Scotland forward Martha Thomas.

Club info

Country: New-Zealand
Founded: 1891
National team: Yes
Stadium: Eden Park
City: Auckland
Capacity: 50,000
Surface: grass

Overview

The New Zealand national football team, founded in 1891, represents the country in international men's football. The team plays its home matches at Eden Park in Auckland, which has a capacity of 50,000. As of the most recent record, the squad consists of 26 players. The team is governed by the New Zealand Football association.

AI-generated overview from recorded profile facts

Top headlines

Papers: Arsenal leading race for winger Nusa
Sky Sports · 3 Oct 2026
Two going on four, five or six on good night for new Scotland era

BBC Sport · 3 Oct 2026

'England rampant in Rijeka' | England player ratings against Croatia

Sky Sports · 3 Oct 2026

Third time lucky for Pocognoli as Scotland make Robertson's 100th cap with win

Sky Sports · 3 Oct 2026

Lamine Yamal stars again as Spain see off Czechia and maintain perfect start

The Guardian · 3 Oct 2026

Bellingham unlocks new level and potential to be 'one of the greatest'

BBC Sport · 3 Oct 2026

Bowie gets Pocognoli off mark with Scotland victory in North Macedonia

The Guardian · 3 Oct 2026

'Complete' England display reinvigorates faith in Tuchel project - for now

Sky Sports · 3 Oct 2026