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All Whites captain Chris Wood and defender Finn Surman are confident ahead of a must-win match against Belgium. After a 3-1 loss to Egypt, New Zealand need a victory to advance in the FIFA World Cup 2026.
New Zealand defender Tim Payne's Instagram following surged from 5,000 to over five million after an Argentine influencer dubbed him the 'least-known player at the World Cup.' Payne, a veteran with over 50 caps, discusses handling the attention and his focus on the tournament.
Marko Stamenic, 24, will play for New Zealand at the World Cup 16 years after watching the team's last appearance with his late father. The Swansea City midfielder says he feels his father's presence and hopes to make him proud.
