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All Whites face a "big challenge" in 2026 FIFA World Cup

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Sat, 6 Dec 2025, 3:36pm
NHL legend Wayne Gretzky draws New Zealand during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Draw at John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Photo / Getty Images
NHL legend Wayne Gretzky draws New Zealand during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Draw at John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Photo / Getty Images

All Whites face a "big challenge" in 2026 FIFA World Cup

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Sat, 6 Dec 2025, 3:36pm

The All Whites will face Belgium, Egypt and Iran in Group G at next year's FIFA World Cup. 

New Zealand was the final ball plucked out in the first ever 48-team draw, with ice hockey's greatest Wayne Gretzky announcing their name to the world. 

Former All White Bobby Almond reacted to the announcement on All Sport Breakfast Canterbury. 

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