World Cup 2026: Tommy Smith and Chris Wood in New Zealand squad

In 2010 – competing at the World Cup for only the second time since their debut in 1982 – New Zealand drew with Italy, Slovakia and Paraguay but failed to reach the knockout stages.

They will face Belgium, Egypt and Iran in the group stage of the 2026 tournament, which is being co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico from June 11 to July 19.

Three days after facing Haiti, New Zealand will play England in a friendly in Tampa, Florida on June 6.

Wood, who returned in April after six months out for knee surgery, will lead the 26-man squad.