New Zealand — World Cup History
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3
Tournaments
0
World Titles
Group Stage
Best Finish
1982
First WC
Key Story
The All Whites! New Zealand went unbeaten at the 2010 World Cup (3 draws) but still went out in the group stage — the ultimate bittersweet story.
Did You Know?
Never lost a WC match — drew all 3 in 2010 yet were eliminated in the group stage
Only OFC (Oceania) representative at multiple World Cups
Ryan Nelsen was their captain and defensive rock in 2010
Football plays second fiddle to rugby in New Zealand, making each WC appearance special
Qualifying through OFC is their traditional path after beating Pacific island nations
Confederation: OFC
