Chris WoodPosition
Striker
DOB
Height
1.91m
Weight
91kg
Current club
West Bromwich Albion (Eng)
Previous clubs
Waikato FCHamilton Wanderers
Caps
0
Goals
0
All Whites debut
n/a
Other national teams
NZ U-17 (FIFA U-17 World Cup Korea 2007)
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2009: The former U-17 international found a rich vein of goal scoring form for West Brom's academy side, leading to a call up to the reserve team where he was just as prolific. Injuries to Albion front-liners gave Wood a surprise call up to a trip to Fratton Park to play Portsmouth. Wood came off the bench to become just the fifth kiwi to play in the Premiership, and his rapid rise was recognised by Ricki Herbert who fast-tracked the 17-year-old into his Confederations Cup squad for South Africa. Signed a two-year professional deal with freshly-relegated Albion in May 2009.
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Ivan VicelichPosition
Defender/midfielder
DOB
September 3, 1976
Height
190cm
Weight
84kg
Current club
Auckland City
Previous clubs
RKC Waalwijk (Holland)Roda JC (Holland)Football Kingz Central UnitedWaitakere City
Caps
63
Goals
7
All Whites debut
v Denmark U-23, January 25, 1995
'A' International debut
v Uruguay, June 25, 1995
Other national teams
NZ U-17, U-20 and U-23
Last updated May 22, 2009
Defender/midfielder
DOB
September 3, 1976
Height
190cm
Weight
84kg
Current club
Auckland City
Previous clubs
RKC Waalwijk (Holland)Roda JC (Holland)Football Kingz Central UnitedWaitakere City
Caps
63
Goals
7
All Whites debut
v Denmark U-23, January 25, 1995
'A' International debut
v Uruguay, June 25, 1995
Other national teams
NZ U-17, U-20 and U-23
Last updated May 22, 2009
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Jarrod Smith
Jarrod SmithPosition
Forward
DOB
June 20, 1984
Height
187cm
Weight
82kg
Current club
Seattle Sounders
Previous clubs
Toronto FCHawke's Bay UnitedWest Virginia University (USA)Manawatu AFCNapier City Rovers
Caps
14
Goals
0
All Whites debut
v Malaysia, February 23, 2006
Other national teams
NZ U-20 and U-23
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2009: Travelled to Thailand for eth All Whites' first matches of the year but did not take teh field due to injury.
2008: Made his MLS debut for Toronto against David Beckham's LA Galaxy and scored in the 3-2 win. Made teh starting line-up for both games against New Caledonia. Drafted by expansion MLS franchise Seattle Sounders in an special expansion draft ahead of teh 2009 season.
2007: Drafted by Toronto FC as teh first pick in the 2007 Supplemental Draft, but did not immediately join the club. Smith came on as a 59th minute substitute in the 5-0 loss to Venezuela in March but injury forced his late scratching for the match against Wales in late May. Began the 2007-08 NZFC season with Hawke's Bay United on loan. Used off the bench in all three World Cup qualifiers in 2007.
2006: A decorated football graduate of West Virginia University in the US, Smith is doing his best to break free from the large sporting shadow cast by his famous test wicketkeeper father Ian. A pacy, strong front-runner, Smith made his debut against Malaysia in February 2006.
Forward
DOB
June 20, 1984
Height
187cm
Weight
82kg
Current club
Seattle Sounders
Previous clubs
Toronto FCHawke's Bay UnitedWest Virginia University (USA)Manawatu AFCNapier City Rovers
Caps
14
Goals
0
All Whites debut
v Malaysia, February 23, 2006
Other national teams
NZ U-20 and U-23
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2009: Travelled to Thailand for eth All Whites' first matches of the year but did not take teh field due to injury.
2008: Made his MLS debut for Toronto against David Beckham's LA Galaxy and scored in the 3-2 win. Made teh starting line-up for both games against New Caledonia. Drafted by expansion MLS franchise Seattle Sounders in an special expansion draft ahead of teh 2009 season.
2007: Drafted by Toronto FC as teh first pick in the 2007 Supplemental Draft, but did not immediately join the club. Smith came on as a 59th minute substitute in the 5-0 loss to Venezuela in March but injury forced his late scratching for the match against Wales in late May. Began the 2007-08 NZFC season with Hawke's Bay United on loan. Used off the bench in all three World Cup qualifiers in 2007.
2006: A decorated football graduate of West Virginia University in the US, Smith is doing his best to break free from the large sporting shadow cast by his famous test wicketkeeper father Ian. A pacy, strong front-runner, Smith made his debut against Malaysia in February 2006.
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Shane Smeltz
Shane SmeltzPosition
Striker
DOB
September 29, 1981
Height
1.85m
Weight
80kg
Current club
Gold Coast United
Previous clubs
Wellington PhoenixHalifax TownAFC WimbledonAdelaide UnitedAdelaide CityNapier City RoversBrisbane Strikers
Caps
23
Goals
13
All Whites debut
v Shan Dong FC, June 23, 2002
'A' International debut
v USA, June 9, 2003
Other national teams
NZ U-20 and U-23
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2009: Finished the A-League season with 12 goals, winning the golden boot and Johnny Warren medal for A-League player of the year. His stunning game-winner against Melbourne in round 12 was also crowned goal of the year. Transferred to expansion A-League club Gold Coast United at the end of the 2008-09 season. Picked up both the New Zealand and OFC player of the year awards for 2008 at an April ceremony.
2008: Picked up where he left off at international level scoring twice in the 3-1 win over New Caledonia in Noumea as the All Whites clinched the Oceania Nations Cup with two games to spare qulaifying for both the 2009 Confederations Cup and a home and away World Cup playoff against an Asian nation. then scored twice again in a 3-0 win in Auckland to equal Keith Nelson's 30 year old record of scoring in six consecutive internationals. Was rested for the dead rubber against Fiji, missingo out on the chance to claim the record outright. Was named OFC player of 2007.
2007: Smeltz caught the imagination of the British press with his memorable double in the 2-2 draw against Wales on May 26 - not long after being released by Nationwide Conference team Halifax Town. Played the full 90 against both Costa Rica and Venezuela but given few opportunities in the 4-0 and 5-0 losses respectively. Returned home in 2007 to link up with the Wellington Phoenix for their innaugral season. Began World Cup qualifying with a goal against Fiji in Lautoka, scored the equaliser against Vanuatu in a hard-fought 2-1 win in Port Vila then netted twice in the 4-1 win over Vanuatu in Wellington. Named Nike Player of the Year for 2007.2006: Smeltz broke his international goal-scoring duck with a well-taken goal in his 11th international against Chile in April 26. The end of season international retirement of record All Whites goalscorer Vaughan Coveny has given Smeltz the chance to grab a starting place in New Zealand’s strikeforce alongside Chris Killen.
Striker
DOB
September 29, 1981
Height
1.85m
Weight
80kg
Current club
Gold Coast United
Previous clubs
Wellington PhoenixHalifax TownAFC WimbledonAdelaide UnitedAdelaide CityNapier City RoversBrisbane Strikers
Caps
23
Goals
13
All Whites debut
v Shan Dong FC, June 23, 2002
'A' International debut
v USA, June 9, 2003
Other national teams
NZ U-20 and U-23
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2009: Finished the A-League season with 12 goals, winning the golden boot and Johnny Warren medal for A-League player of the year. His stunning game-winner against Melbourne in round 12 was also crowned goal of the year. Transferred to expansion A-League club Gold Coast United at the end of the 2008-09 season. Picked up both the New Zealand and OFC player of the year awards for 2008 at an April ceremony.
2008: Picked up where he left off at international level scoring twice in the 3-1 win over New Caledonia in Noumea as the All Whites clinched the Oceania Nations Cup with two games to spare qulaifying for both the 2009 Confederations Cup and a home and away World Cup playoff against an Asian nation. then scored twice again in a 3-0 win in Auckland to equal Keith Nelson's 30 year old record of scoring in six consecutive internationals. Was rested for the dead rubber against Fiji, missingo out on the chance to claim the record outright. Was named OFC player of 2007.
2007: Smeltz caught the imagination of the British press with his memorable double in the 2-2 draw against Wales on May 26 - not long after being released by Nationwide Conference team Halifax Town. Played the full 90 against both Costa Rica and Venezuela but given few opportunities in the 4-0 and 5-0 losses respectively. Returned home in 2007 to link up with the Wellington Phoenix for their innaugral season. Began World Cup qualifying with a goal against Fiji in Lautoka, scored the equaliser against Vanuatu in a hard-fought 2-1 win in Port Vila then netted twice in the 4-1 win over Vanuatu in Wellington. Named Nike Player of the Year for 2007.2006: Smeltz broke his international goal-scoring duck with a well-taken goal in his 11th international against Chile in April 26. The end of season international retirement of record All Whites goalscorer Vaughan Coveny has given Smeltz the chance to grab a starting place in New Zealand’s strikeforce alongside Chris Killen.
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Ben Sigmund
Ben SigmundPosition
Defender
DOB
February 3, 1981
Height
1.83m
Weight
82kg
Current club
Wellington Phoenix
Previous clubs
Auckland CityFawkner Blues (Australia)Canterbury United
Caps
8
Goals
1
All Whites debut
v Oman, 17 August, 2000
Other national teams
NZ U-17 (2007 FIFA U-17 World Cup, Egypt)NZ U-20
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Scored his first international goal (a 16th minute close-range stab) in a 3-1 win over New Caledonia in Noumea. The win sealed the 2008 Oceania Nations Cup title for the All Whites. Sigmund's international form and his leadership qualities were rewarded with the All Whites captaincy for the final qualifier against Fiji, where Ricki Herbert named a purely domestic based squad for the dead rubber. One of only two players to feature in all six of New Zealand's World Cup qualifiers in 2007 and 2008. Was named the NZFC player of 2007-08.
2007: Ben Sigmund was recalled to the All Whites for the 2-2 draw against Wales in late May after almost seven years in football’s international wilderness. The then 26-year-old central defender, whose only previous appearance was as a late substitute against Oman at the 2000 Merdeka Tournament in Kuala Lumpur, is currently chasing an A-League contract with the Fawkner Blues in the Victorian State League. Voted player and players’ player of the year after helping Auckland City capture their third NZFC title in April after a dream appearance at the FIFA Club World Cup in December 2006.
Defender
DOB
February 3, 1981
Height
1.83m
Weight
82kg
Current club
Wellington Phoenix
Previous clubs
Auckland CityFawkner Blues (Australia)Canterbury United
Caps
8
Goals
1
All Whites debut
v Oman, 17 August, 2000
Other national teams
NZ U-17 (2007 FIFA U-17 World Cup, Egypt)NZ U-20
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Scored his first international goal (a 16th minute close-range stab) in a 3-1 win over New Caledonia in Noumea. The win sealed the 2008 Oceania Nations Cup title for the All Whites. Sigmund's international form and his leadership qualities were rewarded with the All Whites captaincy for the final qualifier against Fiji, where Ricki Herbert named a purely domestic based squad for the dead rubber. One of only two players to feature in all six of New Zealand's World Cup qualifiers in 2007 and 2008. Was named the NZFC player of 2007-08.
2007: Ben Sigmund was recalled to the All Whites for the 2-2 draw against Wales in late May after almost seven years in football’s international wilderness. The then 26-year-old central defender, whose only previous appearance was as a late substitute against Oman at the 2000 Merdeka Tournament in Kuala Lumpur, is currently chasing an A-League contract with the Fawkner Blues in the Victorian State League. Voted player and players’ player of the year after helping Auckland City capture their third NZFC title in April after a dream appearance at the FIFA Club World Cup in December 2006.
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Aaron Scott
Aaron ScottPosition
Fullback
DOB
July 18, 1986
Height
177
Weight
72
Current club
Unattached
Previous clubs
Waitakere UnitedWaikato FCMelville United
Caps
2
Goals
0
All Whites debut
v Thailand, March 29, 2009
Other national teams
NZ U-23 (2008 Beijing Olympics)
Last updated May 13, 2009
Notes:
2009: With a call up to the All Whites tour to Thailand, Scott finally got his chance to impress Ricki Herbert. Scott made the most of his two opportunities against Thailand and Thailand 'A', subsequently forcing his way into New Zealand's 23 man Confederations Cup squad.
2008: Waikato FC's captain lead the NZ U-23s through an unbeatan Olympic Qualifying campiagn as the Oly-Whites reached the Olympic Games for the first time. Played all three games in China but gave the arm-band to overage Blackburn Rovers defender Ryan Nelsen for New Zealand's first two games. Transferred to Waitakere United for the start of the 2008-09 NZFC season. Called up for a domesticcally-sourced All Whites team for a dead rubber World Cup qualifer against Fiji but didn't take the field.
Fullback
DOB
July 18, 1986
Height
177
Weight
72
Current club
Unattached
Previous clubs
Waitakere UnitedWaikato FCMelville United
Caps
2
Goals
0
All Whites debut
v Thailand, March 29, 2009
Other national teams
NZ U-23 (2008 Beijing Olympics)
Last updated May 13, 2009
Notes:
2009: With a call up to the All Whites tour to Thailand, Scott finally got his chance to impress Ricki Herbert. Scott made the most of his two opportunities against Thailand and Thailand 'A', subsequently forcing his way into New Zealand's 23 man Confederations Cup squad.
2008: Waikato FC's captain lead the NZ U-23s through an unbeatan Olympic Qualifying campiagn as the Oly-Whites reached the Olympic Games for the first time. Played all three games in China but gave the arm-band to overage Blackburn Rovers defender Ryan Nelsen for New Zealand's first two games. Transferred to Waitakere United for the start of the 2008-09 NZFC season. Called up for a domesticcally-sourced All Whites team for a dead rubber World Cup qualifer against Fiji but didn't take the field.
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James Pritchett
Name:
James Pritchett
Position:
Right Back/Midfield
Date of Birth:
July 1, 1982
Height:
177cm
Weight:
73kg
Current Club:
Auckland City FC
Previous Clubs in Chronological Order:
AberdeenFC KingzBay OlympicCambridge United
Caps:
6
Goals:
0
Debut:
v Malaysia, North Harbour Stadium, February 23, 2006
Other NZ Representative Teams:
U-17, Olympic (U-23)
Favourite Player:
Steve McManaman
Favourite Club:
Liverpool
Toughest Opponent:
Favourite Stadium:
Pittordri, Aberdeen
Most Memorable Match:
NZ U-17 vs Poland (FIFA U-17 World Cup – won 2-1)
Best Goal:
First game for Cambridge Reserves (struck from 25 yds and we won 2-0)
Greatest Influence on Career:
Mum and dad
What would you do on a Dream Day off:
Chilling with family and friends
Make, Model and Year of the Car you Drive:
1979 Mini Clubman2007: Not selected for the ill-fated tour of the Americas in March, Pritchett was recalled for the 2-2 draw against Wales in Wrexham and did an admirable job marking Wales' Liverpool livewire Craig Bellamy. Pivotal in Auckland City's NZFC hat-trick in April.2006: A speedy fullback who shows a willingness to get forward at every opportunity, James Pritchett took his chance when he graduated from the NZFC to the national team in 2006. Capped a memorable year with stand-out performances during Auckland City’s FIFA Club World Cup debut in Japan in December 2006 before helping the Kiwitea St club clinch their third successive NZFC title in April.
James PritchettName:
James Pritchett
Position:
Right Back/Midfield
Date of Birth:
July 1, 1982
Height:
177cm
Weight:
73kg
Current Club:
Auckland City FC
Previous Clubs in Chronological Order:
AberdeenFC KingzBay OlympicCambridge United
Caps:
6
Goals:
0
Debut:
v Malaysia, North Harbour Stadium, February 23, 2006
Other NZ Representative Teams:
U-17, Olympic (U-23)
Favourite Player:
Steve McManaman
Favourite Club:
Liverpool
Toughest Opponent:
Favourite Stadium:
Pittordri, Aberdeen
Most Memorable Match:
NZ U-17 vs Poland (FIFA U-17 World Cup – won 2-1)
Best Goal:
First game for Cambridge Reserves (struck from 25 yds and we won 2-0)
Greatest Influence on Career:
Mum and dad
What would you do on a Dream Day off:
Chilling with family and friends
Make, Model and Year of the Car you Drive:
1979 Mini Clubman2007: Not selected for the ill-fated tour of the Americas in March, Pritchett was recalled for the 2-2 draw against Wales in Wrexham and did an admirable job marking Wales' Liverpool livewire Craig Bellamy. Pivotal in Auckland City's NZFC hat-trick in April.2006: A speedy fullback who shows a willingness to get forward at every opportunity, James Pritchett took his chance when he graduated from the NZFC to the national team in 2006. Capped a memorable year with stand-out performances during Auckland City’s FIFA Club World Cup debut in Japan in December 2006 before helping the Kiwitea St club clinch their third successive NZFC title in April.
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Mark Paston
Position
Goalkeeper
DOB
December 13, 1976
Height
192cm
Weight
90kg
Current club
Wellington Phoenix
Previous clubs
New Zealand Knights FC St Johnstone (Scotland) Walsall (England)Bradford City (England)Napier City Rovers
Caps
19
All Whites debut
v Indonesia, September 21, 1997
Other national teams
NZ U-23
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Played just once for the All Whites in 2008, sharing the starting duties against New Caledonia with Glen Moss before being rested for the final dead-rubber against Fiji. At club level, and injury to Moss gave Paston a run between the sticks before injury in turn cost Paston his place.
2007: The former Bradford City, Walsall and St Johnstone stopper has signed on for the Knights A-League successors the Wellington Phoenix. Pulled off two memorable saves in the 2-2 draw with Wales, a relief after being forced to pick the ball out of his own net nine times in a combined 180 minutes against Costa Rica and Venezuela in March. While Glen Moss was preferred at club level, Paston continued in the number one jersey at international level, startting all three World Cup qualfiers at the end of 2007.2006: Paston sealed his position as the All Whites No 1 with a series of increasingly impressive performances for the now defunct New Zealand Knights in last season’s Hyundai A-League. Missed all but two of the All Whites 11 matches in 2006 due to injury.
Goalkeeper
DOB
December 13, 1976
Height
192cm
Weight
90kg
Current club
Wellington Phoenix
Previous clubs
New Zealand Knights FC St Johnstone (Scotland) Walsall (England)Bradford City (England)Napier City Rovers
Caps
19
All Whites debut
v Indonesia, September 21, 1997
Other national teams
NZ U-23
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Played just once for the All Whites in 2008, sharing the starting duties against New Caledonia with Glen Moss before being rested for the final dead-rubber against Fiji. At club level, and injury to Moss gave Paston a run between the sticks before injury in turn cost Paston his place.
2007: The former Bradford City, Walsall and St Johnstone stopper has signed on for the Knights A-League successors the Wellington Phoenix. Pulled off two memorable saves in the 2-2 draw with Wales, a relief after being forced to pick the ball out of his own net nine times in a combined 180 minutes against Costa Rica and Venezuela in March. While Glen Moss was preferred at club level, Paston continued in the number one jersey at international level, startting all three World Cup qualfiers at the end of 2007.2006: Paston sealed his position as the All Whites No 1 with a series of increasingly impressive performances for the now defunct New Zealand Knights in last season’s Hyundai A-League. Missed all but two of the All Whites 11 matches in 2006 due to injury.
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Duncan Oughton
Duncan OughtonPosition
Midfield/Defender
DOB
June 14, 1977
Height
1.75m
Weight
75kg
Current club
Columbus Crew (USA)
Previous clubs
Cal State FullertonOtago UniversityMiramar Rangers
Caps
25
Goals
2
All Whites debut
v Tahiti, Oceania Nations Cup, July 5, 2002
Other national teams
Olympic (U-23)
Last Updated May 1, 2009
2008: Started both World Cup qualifiers against New Caledonia.
2007: Oughton was recalled for the 2-2 draw against Wales in Wrexham after last playing for the All Whites at the ill-fated 2004 Oceania Nations Cup in Adelaide. Played the full 90 in central midfield against world No 75 Wales after overcoming a serious knee injury which curtailed his 2006 MLS season in the United States. Started all three World Cup qualifiers (Fiji and Vanuatu x2) in 2007.
Midfield/Defender
DOB
June 14, 1977
Height
1.75m
Weight
75kg
Current club
Columbus Crew (USA)
Previous clubs
Cal State FullertonOtago UniversityMiramar Rangers
Caps
25
Goals
2
All Whites debut
v Tahiti, Oceania Nations Cup, July 5, 2002
Other national teams
Olympic (U-23)
Last Updated May 1, 2009
2008: Started both World Cup qualifiers against New Caledonia.
2007: Oughton was recalled for the 2-2 draw against Wales in Wrexham after last playing for the All Whites at the ill-fated 2004 Oceania Nations Cup in Adelaide. Played the full 90 in central midfield against world No 75 Wales after overcoming a serious knee injury which curtailed his 2006 MLS season in the United States. Started all three World Cup qualifiers (Fiji and Vanuatu x2) in 2007.
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Steven Old
Position
Defender
DOB
February 17, 1986
Height
190cm
Weight
85kg
Current club
Kilmarnock (Scotland)
Previous clubs
Macarthur RamsWellington PhoenixNewcastle JetsSt John’s University (USA)YoungHeart ManawatuManawatu AFC
Caps
19
Goals
1
All Whites debut
v Australia, Adelaide, 2004 WC Qualifying
Other national teams
U-17, U-20, Olympic U-23
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2009: Overlooked for a pair of All Whites games in Thailand. Trialled with Scottish Premier League club Kilmarnock and landed a three-year deal.
2008: Old was released by the Phoenix and bided his time for Australian state league club Macarthur Rams, keeping match-fit for New Zealand's Olympic debut in Beijing. Started against China but picked up two yellow cards to leave the Oly-Whites a man down for the second half. Returned for the final group match against Belgium. Came off teh bench in the home international against New Caledonia and made the staring line-up as a domestic based All Whites squad travelled to Fiji for a dead-rubber qualifier.
2007: Old was relegated to the bench for the 2-2 draw against Wales after playing all 180 minutes on the ill-fated tour of the Americas in March when New Zealand were beaten 4-0 and 5-0 to Costa Rica and Venezuela. Will be looking to reassert himself for the Phoenix.
2006: Old has been a long-term development project for All Whites and now Phoenix coach Ricki Herbert who has just signed the defender at Wellington’s new A-League club. Scored the winner in a 1-0 win over Malaysia in February 2006 and more than held his own against then World Cup favourites Brazil in Geneva last August.
Defender
DOB
February 17, 1986
Height
190cm
Weight
85kg
Current club
Kilmarnock (Scotland)
Previous clubs
Macarthur RamsWellington PhoenixNewcastle JetsSt John’s University (USA)YoungHeart ManawatuManawatu AFC
Caps
19
Goals
1
All Whites debut
v Australia, Adelaide, 2004 WC Qualifying
Other national teams
U-17, U-20, Olympic U-23
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2009: Overlooked for a pair of All Whites games in Thailand. Trialled with Scottish Premier League club Kilmarnock and landed a three-year deal.
2008: Old was released by the Phoenix and bided his time for Australian state league club Macarthur Rams, keeping match-fit for New Zealand's Olympic debut in Beijing. Started against China but picked up two yellow cards to leave the Oly-Whites a man down for the second half. Returned for the final group match against Belgium. Came off teh bench in the home international against New Caledonia and made the staring line-up as a domestic based All Whites squad travelled to Fiji for a dead-rubber qualifier.
2007: Old was relegated to the bench for the 2-2 draw against Wales after playing all 180 minutes on the ill-fated tour of the Americas in March when New Zealand were beaten 4-0 and 5-0 to Costa Rica and Venezuela. Will be looking to reassert himself for the Phoenix.
2006: Old has been a long-term development project for All Whites and now Phoenix coach Ricki Herbert who has just signed the defender at Wellington’s new A-League club. Scored the winner in a 1-0 win over Malaysia in February 2006 and more than held his own against then World Cup favourites Brazil in Geneva last August.
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Ryan Nelsen
Position
Central defence
DOB
October 18, 1977
Height
1.85m
Weight
84kg
Current club
Blackburn Rovers (England)
Previous clubs
DC United (USA)Stanford University (USA)Greensboro College (USA)Christchurch United
Caps
38
Goals
10
All Whites debut
v Poland, June 19, 1999
Other national teams
Olympic (U-23)
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2009: Scored twice in a 2-2 draw with Thailand 'A' in Bangkok. Netted his first-ever goal for Blackburn in a 2-0 win over Wigan that lifted the Lancashire club six points clear of the relegation zone with four games left in the season.
2008: Nelsen was selected as one of three over-age players in the Oly-Whites squad for the Beijing Olympics. Captained the side in an opening 1-1 draw with China and a 0-5 loss to Brazil but had to return to England for Blackburn's opening game of the 2008-09 FA Premiership season. Made his first appearance for the All Whites in four years when returning to captain new Zealand in two World Cup qualifiers against New Caledonia.
2007: Nelsen returned from a rare hamstring injury which required special surgery in Finland to enjoy a successful end to the 2006-07 English season, making 12 premiership, five FA Cup and two Uefa Cup appearances after Christmas. Became Blackburn's regular captain and helped Mark Hughes' side reach their second FA Cup final in three seasons only to be left heartbroken again when Blackburn were pipped in extra time by eventual winners Chelsea.
2006: Offered a new three-year-deal by Blackburn Rovers after his impressive first season for the Ewood Park club, injury kept Nelsen off the park for the pre-Christmas part of the 2006-07 English premiership season and out of New Zealand's pre-World Cup match against Brazil and the end-of-season club tour in England and Spain, including the 5-0 loss to Blackburn.
2005: Signed an initial 18-month deal with English premier leaguers Blackburn Rovers after twice being nominated for the MLS All-Star team following a decorated career for (Washington) DC United. Made 15 premiership and four FA Cup appearances for Blackburn, helping the Ewood Park club to the semifinals of the FA Cup where they were beaten by Arsenal 3-0.
Ryan NelsenPosition
Central defence
DOB
October 18, 1977
Height
1.85m
Weight
84kg
Current club
Blackburn Rovers (England)
Previous clubs
DC United (USA)Stanford University (USA)Greensboro College (USA)Christchurch United
Caps
38
Goals
10
All Whites debut
v Poland, June 19, 1999
Other national teams
Olympic (U-23)
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2009: Scored twice in a 2-2 draw with Thailand 'A' in Bangkok. Netted his first-ever goal for Blackburn in a 2-0 win over Wigan that lifted the Lancashire club six points clear of the relegation zone with four games left in the season.
2008: Nelsen was selected as one of three over-age players in the Oly-Whites squad for the Beijing Olympics. Captained the side in an opening 1-1 draw with China and a 0-5 loss to Brazil but had to return to England for Blackburn's opening game of the 2008-09 FA Premiership season. Made his first appearance for the All Whites in four years when returning to captain new Zealand in two World Cup qualifiers against New Caledonia.
2007: Nelsen returned from a rare hamstring injury which required special surgery in Finland to enjoy a successful end to the 2006-07 English season, making 12 premiership, five FA Cup and two Uefa Cup appearances after Christmas. Became Blackburn's regular captain and helped Mark Hughes' side reach their second FA Cup final in three seasons only to be left heartbroken again when Blackburn were pipped in extra time by eventual winners Chelsea.
2006: Offered a new three-year-deal by Blackburn Rovers after his impressive first season for the Ewood Park club, injury kept Nelsen off the park for the pre-Christmas part of the 2006-07 English premiership season and out of New Zealand's pre-World Cup match against Brazil and the end-of-season club tour in England and Spain, including the 5-0 loss to Blackburn.
2005: Signed an initial 18-month deal with English premier leaguers Blackburn Rovers after twice being nominated for the MLS All-Star team following a decorated career for (Washington) DC United. Made 15 premiership and four FA Cup appearances for Blackburn, helping the Ewood Park club to the semifinals of the FA Cup where they were beaten by Arsenal 3-0.
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David Mulligan
David MulliganPosition
Midfield/defender
DOB
March 24, 1982
Height
173cm
Weight
66kg
Current club
Wellington Phoenix
Previous clubs
Port ValeGrimsby Town (loan)Scunthorpe UnitedDoncaster RoversBarnsley
Caps
23
Goals
3
All Whites debut
v China U-23, June 19, 2002
'A' International debut
v Estonia, October 12, 2002
Other national teams
NZ U-23, U-20, NZ U-17
Last Updated May 1, 2009
2008: Joined Port Vale in January 2008 on a free transfer. In July, Mulligan signed a two-year deal with Wellington Phoenix.
2007: Club commitments kept Mulligan out of the 4-0 loss to Costa Rica but Mulligan played the full 90 int he 5-0 loss to Venezuela. Unavailable for the 2-2 draw in Wales after helping Scunthorpe United clinch promotion to the English Championship. Left on the bench for a World Cup qualifier against Vanutau in Port Vila but responded by scoring an injury-time winner (his first international goal) in a crucial 2-1 victory. Four days later, Mulligan scored twice against the same opposition in Wellington in a 4-1 win.
2006: David Mulligan has quickly established himself as a regular All Whites starter, either in central midfield or as an attack-minded fullback. The former Barnsley and Doncaster Rovers player, a dead ball specialist, has helped Scunthorpe United capture the English League One title and promotion to the Championship for the next northern hemisphere season.
Midfield/defender
DOB
March 24, 1982
Height
173cm
Weight
66kg
Current club
Wellington Phoenix
Previous clubs
Port ValeGrimsby Town (loan)Scunthorpe UnitedDoncaster RoversBarnsley
Caps
23
Goals
3
All Whites debut
v China U-23, June 19, 2002
'A' International debut
v Estonia, October 12, 2002
Other national teams
NZ U-23, U-20, NZ U-17
Last Updated May 1, 2009
2008: Joined Port Vale in January 2008 on a free transfer. In July, Mulligan signed a two-year deal with Wellington Phoenix.
2007: Club commitments kept Mulligan out of the 4-0 loss to Costa Rica but Mulligan played the full 90 int he 5-0 loss to Venezuela. Unavailable for the 2-2 draw in Wales after helping Scunthorpe United clinch promotion to the English Championship. Left on the bench for a World Cup qualifier against Vanutau in Port Vila but responded by scoring an injury-time winner (his first international goal) in a crucial 2-1 victory. Four days later, Mulligan scored twice against the same opposition in Wellington in a 4-1 win.
2006: David Mulligan has quickly established himself as a regular All Whites starter, either in central midfield or as an attack-minded fullback. The former Barnsley and Doncaster Rovers player, a dead ball specialist, has helped Scunthorpe United capture the English League One title and promotion to the Championship for the next northern hemisphere season.
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Glen Moss
Position
Goalkeeper
DOB
19 January 1983
Height
187cm
Weight
90kg
Current club
Melbourne Victory
Previous clubs
Wellington PhoenixDinamo Bucuresti (Romania)New Zealand KnightsSydney Olympic (Australia)
Caps
10
All Whites debut
v Malaysia, February 23, 2006
Other national teams
NZ U-20 and U-23
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Returned to the All Whites starting lineup for a World Cup qualifier against New Caledonia in Noumea but rotated to the bench a few days later against teh same opposition in Auckland. Back in the number one jersey for a dead rubber against Fiji, but was sent off in the second half, and subsequently banned for the next four World Cup matches. Moss will miss both legs of the World Cup playoff and the New Zealand's first two matches of either the 2010 World Cup or 2014 World Cup Qualifying.
2007: Moss has been a bench-warmer in 2007 against Costa Rica and Wales but was ruled out of the match against Venezuela due to injury. Overlooked for New Zealand's first three World Cup qualifiers but pulled ahead in the race to be number one at club level.
2006: The All Whites’ second choice No 1 gave the world a glimpse of his undoubted ability with a series of stunning saves against Brazil in Geneva just before the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany. The performance earned Moss man of the match honours, a 10,000 Swiss Franc Rolex and a four-year contract with Romanian giants Dinamo Bucuresti. Moss has since joined Paston at the Phoenix in a move that will only add intrigue to the battle to be No 1 for club and country.
Goalkeeper
DOB
19 January 1983
Height
187cm
Weight
90kg
Current club
Melbourne Victory
Previous clubs
Wellington PhoenixDinamo Bucuresti (Romania)New Zealand KnightsSydney Olympic (Australia)
Caps
10
All Whites debut
v Malaysia, February 23, 2006
Other national teams
NZ U-20 and U-23
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Returned to the All Whites starting lineup for a World Cup qualifier against New Caledonia in Noumea but rotated to the bench a few days later against teh same opposition in Auckland. Back in the number one jersey for a dead rubber against Fiji, but was sent off in the second half, and subsequently banned for the next four World Cup matches. Moss will miss both legs of the World Cup playoff and the New Zealand's first two matches of either the 2010 World Cup or 2014 World Cup Qualifying.
2007: Moss has been a bench-warmer in 2007 against Costa Rica and Wales but was ruled out of the match against Venezuela due to injury. Overlooked for New Zealand's first three World Cup qualifiers but pulled ahead in the race to be number one at club level.
2006: The All Whites’ second choice No 1 gave the world a glimpse of his undoubted ability with a series of stunning saves against Brazil in Geneva just before the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany. The performance earned Moss man of the match honours, a 10,000 Swiss Franc Rolex and a four-year contract with Romanian giants Dinamo Bucuresti. Moss has since joined Paston at the Phoenix in a move that will only add intrigue to the battle to be No 1 for club and country.
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Tony Lochhead
Tony LochheadPosition
Defender
DOB
January 12, 1982
Height
183cm
Weight
75kg
Current club
Wellington Phoenix
Previous clubs
New England RevolutionUC Santa Barbara
Caps
20
Goals
0
All Whites debut
v Iran, Asia/Oceania Challenge, October 13, 2003
Other national teams
NZ U-17 and U-23
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Lochhead earned a brief trial with Premiership club Middlesboro in August returned to the Phoenix unable to land a contract.
2007: Lochhead was given his chance to seal a starting spot for club and country against Wales in late May. The 25-year-old, who was barely recognisable when he turned up for the All Whites tour of the Americas in March minus is trademark curls, has signed a two year A-League deal with the Herbert-coached Wellington Phoenix after making 16 MLS appearances for the New England Revolution in the US in 2006. Played the full 90 against Wales after being substituted in both of the losses to Costa Rica and Venezuela in March.
2006: Club committments for MLS side New England Revolution limited Lochhead's international availability. Played both matches against Chile in April before making the end of season club tour of England and Spain where he played in the 1-1 draw against English premier leaguers Charlton Athletic and the 5-1 loss to Uefa Cup holders FC Sevilla.
Defender
DOB
January 12, 1982
Height
183cm
Weight
75kg
Current club
Wellington Phoenix
Previous clubs
New England RevolutionUC Santa Barbara
Caps
20
Goals
0
All Whites debut
v Iran, Asia/Oceania Challenge, October 13, 2003
Other national teams
NZ U-17 and U-23
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Lochhead earned a brief trial with Premiership club Middlesboro in August returned to the Phoenix unable to land a contract.
2007: Lochhead was given his chance to seal a starting spot for club and country against Wales in late May. The 25-year-old, who was barely recognisable when he turned up for the All Whites tour of the Americas in March minus is trademark curls, has signed a two year A-League deal with the Herbert-coached Wellington Phoenix after making 16 MLS appearances for the New England Revolution in the US in 2006. Played the full 90 against Wales after being substituted in both of the losses to Costa Rica and Venezuela in March.
2006: Club committments for MLS side New England Revolution limited Lochhead's international availability. Played both matches against Chile in April before making the end of season club tour of England and Spain where he played in the 1-1 draw against English premier leaguers Charlton Athletic and the 5-1 loss to Uefa Cup holders FC Sevilla.
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Chris Killen
Position
Striker
DOB
October 8, 1981
Height
1.83m
Weight
81kg
Current club
Celtic (Glasgow)
Previous clubs
HibernianOldham AthleticWrexhamManchester CityMiramar Rangers
Caps
28
Goals
15
All Whites debut
v Tahiti, June 19, 2000
Other national teams
Olympic (U-23), U-20
Last updated May 1, 2009
2009: Joined Norwich City on loan but returned to Glasgow after making just four appearances from the bench for the Canaries. Travelled to Bangkok with the All Whites but missed the games against Thailand and Thailand 'A' with a calf injury.
2008: Selected as one of three overage players in the New Zealand U-23 squad for the Beijing Olympics. An operation on an Archilles injury ruled Killen out of home and away FIFA World Cup qualifers against New Caledonia.
2007: Injury has kept Killen out of New Zealand's tours of the Americas and Wales but not the headlines with the Wellington-born marksman signing a lucrative three-year deal with Glasgow giants Celtic in late May. Partnered Shane Smeltz in attack for a World Cup qualifier against Fiji, but an Archilles strain meant Killen was an eleventh-hour withdrawl from home an away qualifiers against Vanuatu.
2006: With 15 goals in 26 internationals, Killen is on target to overhaul the recently retired Vaughan Coveny (30 goals in 75 internationals) as New Zealand ’s leading all-time marksman. Briefly led the Scottish Premier League golden boot standings and eventually finished equal fourth with 13 goals despite not playing since January due to an Achilles tendon injury. Scored the middle goal in the All Whites’ historic 3-1 victory over Georgia in Germany in May 2006 – New Zealand ’s first win on international soil.
Position
Striker
DOB
October 8, 1981
Height
1.83m
Weight
81kg
Current club
Celtic (Glasgow)
Previous clubs
HibernianOldham AthleticWrexhamManchester CityMiramar Rangers
Caps
28
Goals
15
All Whites debut
v Tahiti, June 19, 2000
Other national teams
Olympic (U-23), U-20
Last updated May 1, 2009
2009: Joined Norwich City on loan but returned to Glasgow after making just four appearances from the bench for the Canaries. Travelled to Bangkok with the All Whites but missed the games against Thailand and Thailand 'A' with a calf injury.
2008: Selected as one of three overage players in the New Zealand U-23 squad for the Beijing Olympics. An operation on an Archilles injury ruled Killen out of home and away FIFA World Cup qualifers against New Caledonia.
2007: Injury has kept Killen out of New Zealand's tours of the Americas and Wales but not the headlines with the Wellington-born marksman signing a lucrative three-year deal with Glasgow giants Celtic in late May. Partnered Shane Smeltz in attack for a World Cup qualifier against Fiji, but an Archilles strain meant Killen was an eleventh-hour withdrawl from home an away qualifiers against Vanuatu.
2006: With 15 goals in 26 internationals, Killen is on target to overhaul the recently retired Vaughan Coveny (30 goals in 75 internationals) as New Zealand ’s leading all-time marksman. Briefly led the Scottish Premier League golden boot standings and eventually finished equal fourth with 13 goals despite not playing since January due to an Achilles tendon injury. Scored the middle goal in the All Whites’ historic 3-1 victory over Georgia in Germany in May 2006 – New Zealand ’s first win on international soil.
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Chris James
Position
Midefield
DOB
July 4, 1987
Height
181cm
Weight
74kg
Current club
Tampere United
Previous clubs
Fulham FC
Caps
12
Goals
1
All Whites debut
v Brazil, Gevena, June 4, 2006
Other national teams
NZ U-20, Eng U-19
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Came off the bench against New Caledonia in Noumea and then started against the same opposition in Auckland, a game in which he was given a free role by Ricki Herbert. Signed a two-year deal with Finnish club Tampere United, scoring two goals in the UEFA Champions League against Montenegran and Slovakian oppposition.
2007: James came on as a 63rd minute substitute in the 4-0 loss to Costa Rica in San Jose and has played the full 90 against Venezuela (0-5) and Wales (2-2). Played just once for the All Whites in three World Cup qualifiers in 2007, a starting in a 2-1 away win over Vanuatu. Released by Fulham and left looking for a club.
2006: Chris James proved the find of 2006 for New Zealand Football. The Kiwi-born, England age-group international enjoyed a dream debut for the All Whites when he came on as a substitute against Brazil just days after receiving his international clearance last June. A skilful midfield playmaker, James went on to score from the penalty spot against Uefa Cup holders FC Sevilla before guiding New Zealand to the forthcoming FIFA U-20 Men’s World Cup in Canada.
Midefield
DOB
July 4, 1987
Height
181cm
Weight
74kg
Current club
Tampere United
Previous clubs
Fulham FC
Caps
12
Goals
1
All Whites debut
v Brazil, Gevena, June 4, 2006
Other national teams
NZ U-20, Eng U-19
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Came off the bench against New Caledonia in Noumea and then started against the same opposition in Auckland, a game in which he was given a free role by Ricki Herbert. Signed a two-year deal with Finnish club Tampere United, scoring two goals in the UEFA Champions League against Montenegran and Slovakian oppposition.
2007: James came on as a 63rd minute substitute in the 4-0 loss to Costa Rica in San Jose and has played the full 90 against Venezuela (0-5) and Wales (2-2). Played just once for the All Whites in three World Cup qualifiers in 2007, a starting in a 2-1 away win over Vanuatu. Released by Fulham and left looking for a club.
2006: Chris James proved the find of 2006 for New Zealand Football. The Kiwi-born, England age-group international enjoyed a dream debut for the All Whites when he came on as a substitute against Brazil just days after receiving his international clearance last June. A skilful midfield playmaker, James went on to score from the penalty spot against Uefa Cup holders FC Sevilla before guiding New Zealand to the forthcoming FIFA U-20 Men’s World Cup in Canada.
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Simon Elliott
Jeremy Christie
Simon Elliott
Position
Midfield
DOB
June 10, 1974
Height
1.80m
Weight
80kg
Current club
San Jose Earthquakes (USA)
Previous clubs
Fulham FC (Eng)Columbus Crew (USA)LA Galaxy (USA)Stanford University (USA)Miramar Rangers
Caps
58
Goals
8
All Whites debut
v Southern Region, Nov 6, 1994
'A' International debut
v Singapore, Feb 21, 1995
Other national teams
Olympic (U-23), U-20
2009: Returned to Major League Soccer by signing with San Jose Earthquakes.
2008: Released by Fulham at the end of the 2007/08 season. Selected as one of three overage players in the New Zealand U-23 squad for the Beijing Olympics. Made a return for the All Whites after a four year absence in World Cup qualifiers against New Caledonia.
2007: Missed the entire 06/07 Premier League season with a calf injury.
2006: Joined Fulham on a free transer in the January transfer window.
2004: Traded to Columbus Crew for a first round 2005 draft pick.
2000: Named the LA Galaxy's MVP. LA Galaxy win the CONCACAF Champions Cup beating Club Deportivo Olimpia (Honduras) 3-2 in the final.
1999: Joined LA Galaxy in May 1999.
Midfield
DOB
June 10, 1974
Height
1.80m
Weight
80kg
Current club
San Jose Earthquakes (USA)
Previous clubs
Fulham FC (Eng)Columbus Crew (USA)LA Galaxy (USA)Stanford University (USA)Miramar Rangers
Caps
58
Goals
8
All Whites debut
v Southern Region, Nov 6, 1994
'A' International debut
v Singapore, Feb 21, 1995
Other national teams
Olympic (U-23), U-20
2009: Returned to Major League Soccer by signing with San Jose Earthquakes.
2008: Released by Fulham at the end of the 2007/08 season. Selected as one of three overage players in the New Zealand U-23 squad for the Beijing Olympics. Made a return for the All Whites after a four year absence in World Cup qualifiers against New Caledonia.
2007: Missed the entire 06/07 Premier League season with a calf injury.
2006: Joined Fulham on a free transer in the January transfer window.
2004: Traded to Columbus Crew for a first round 2005 draft pick.
2000: Named the LA Galaxy's MVP. LA Galaxy win the CONCACAF Champions Cup beating Club Deportivo Olimpia (Honduras) 3-2 in the final.
1999: Joined LA Galaxy in May 1999.
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Jeremy ChristiePosition
Midfield
DOB
22 May 1983
Height
182cm
Weight
76kg
Current club
Wellington Phoenix
Previous clubs
Perth GloryNZ KnightsWaitakere UnitedFootball KingzBarnsley FC
Caps
17
Goals
1
All Whites debut
v Australia, London, June 9, 2005
Other national teams
NZ U-20, U-17
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Used off the bench against New Caledonia but restored to teh stating XI in a domestic based line-up for a dead rubber in Fiji.
2007: Christie has signed for the new Wellington Phoenix after coming on as a late substitute against Costa Rica in March and playing the first hour of New Zealand's 2-2 draw in Wales in May. Started qualifiers against Fiji (away) and Vanuatu (home) but was an unused substitute inbetween against Vanuatu in Wellington.
2006: A no-nonsense central midfielder, Christie played alongside All Whites team-mate Leo Bertos at Perth Glory last season. The former Barnsley FC ball-winner also played for the now defunct New Zealand Knights in the A-League and for the Auckland-based Football Kingz in the old NSL before that.
Midfield
DOB
22 May 1983
Height
182cm
Weight
76kg
Current club
Wellington Phoenix
Previous clubs
Perth GloryNZ KnightsWaitakere UnitedFootball KingzBarnsley FC
Caps
17
Goals
1
All Whites debut
v Australia, London, June 9, 2005
Other national teams
NZ U-20, U-17
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Used off the bench against New Caledonia but restored to teh stating XI in a domestic based line-up for a dead rubber in Fiji.
2007: Christie has signed for the new Wellington Phoenix after coming on as a late substitute against Costa Rica in March and playing the first hour of New Zealand's 2-2 draw in Wales in May. Started qualifiers against Fiji (away) and Vanuatu (home) but was an unused substitute inbetween against Vanuatu in Wellington.
2006: A no-nonsense central midfielder, Christie played alongside All Whites team-mate Leo Bertos at Perth Glory last season. The former Barnsley FC ball-winner also played for the now defunct New Zealand Knights in the A-League and for the Auckland-based Football Kingz in the old NSL before that.
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Tim Brown
Tim BrownPosition
Central midfield
DOB
March 6, 1981
Height
187cm
Weight
82kg
Current club
Wellington Phoenix
Previous clubs
Newcastle JetsRichmond KickersUniversity of CincinnatiMiramar Rangers
Caps
19
Goals
0
All Whites debut
v Solomon Islands, World Cup Qualifier, May 31, 2004
Other national teams
NZ U-23, U-20
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Scored the winner in the Wellington Phoenix's first win of their second season. Suspended for an away World Cup qualifier against New Caledonia and with Ryan Nelsen back after a four-year absence, Brown relinquished the captaincy to the Blackburn Rovers skipper but retains a leadership role in the team as vice-captain.
2007: Brown was handed the captain's arm-band for the credible 2-2 draw in Wales in late May due to the unavailability of incumbent Danny Hay, shortly after successfully gaining a release from Newcastle to sign for Ricki Herbert's Wellington Phoenix. Subbed off with five minutes remaining in the 4-0 loss to Costa Rica, Brown remained on the bench for the 5-0 loss to Venezuela later in March. But given the responsibility of leading his country for the first time against Wales, Brown responded in Wrexham with a whole-hearted effort and supplied the ball for Shane Smeltz's second goal. Released by Newcastle Jets, Brown was on board as a foundation member of the Wellington Phoenix. Retained the All Whites captaincy for the beginning of World Cup qualification but was sent off against Vanuatu in Wellington.
2006: Seen as a future All Whites captain, Tim Brown has played all but three of the 14 national team matches since Ricki Herbert took charge in 2005. Was a standout in the 1-1 draw at English premier leaguers Charlton Athletic in August 2006, a performance that eventually led to an A-League contract with the Newcastle Jets in Australia .
Central midfield
DOB
March 6, 1981
Height
187cm
Weight
82kg
Current club
Wellington Phoenix
Previous clubs
Newcastle JetsRichmond KickersUniversity of CincinnatiMiramar Rangers
Caps
19
Goals
0
All Whites debut
v Solomon Islands, World Cup Qualifier, May 31, 2004
Other national teams
NZ U-23, U-20
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Scored the winner in the Wellington Phoenix's first win of their second season. Suspended for an away World Cup qualifier against New Caledonia and with Ryan Nelsen back after a four-year absence, Brown relinquished the captaincy to the Blackburn Rovers skipper but retains a leadership role in the team as vice-captain.
2007: Brown was handed the captain's arm-band for the credible 2-2 draw in Wales in late May due to the unavailability of incumbent Danny Hay, shortly after successfully gaining a release from Newcastle to sign for Ricki Herbert's Wellington Phoenix. Subbed off with five minutes remaining in the 4-0 loss to Costa Rica, Brown remained on the bench for the 5-0 loss to Venezuela later in March. But given the responsibility of leading his country for the first time against Wales, Brown responded in Wrexham with a whole-hearted effort and supplied the ball for Shane Smeltz's second goal. Released by Newcastle Jets, Brown was on board as a foundation member of the Wellington Phoenix. Retained the All Whites captaincy for the beginning of World Cup qualification but was sent off against Vanuatu in Wellington.
2006: Seen as a future All Whites captain, Tim Brown has played all but three of the 14 national team matches since Ricki Herbert took charge in 2005. Was a standout in the 1-1 draw at English premier leaguers Charlton Athletic in August 2006, a performance that eventually led to an A-League contract with the Newcastle Jets in Australia .
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Andrew Boyens
Position
Central defender
DOB
19 September 1983
Height
1.95m
Weight
80kg
Current club
New York Red Bulls
Previous clubs
Toronto FCUniversity of New MexicoOtago UnitedDunedin Tech
Caps
8
Goals
0
All Whites debut
v FC Sevilla, August 15, 2006
'A' International debut
v Wales, May 26, 2007
Other national teams
NZ U-20 and U-23
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Released by Toronto but went on trial at New York Red Bulls and was quicklty picked up for the 2008 season. With teh return of Ryan Nelsen to the All Whites mix, Boyens found himself down in the pecking order with Nelsen and Ben Sigmund preferred startes for matches against New Caledonia.
2007: Boyen's made the most of his call-up for the shortened European tour with an eye-catching performance alongside Ben Sigmund (the pair had little more than 10 minutes of international experience between them before the Wrexham fixture) in the 2-2 draw with Wales on May 26. Started all three of NZ's World Cup qualifiers in 2007.
2006: Boyens cashed in on a decorated collegiate career in the US with the University of New Mexico when the All-American was recently drafted by MLS expansion franchise Toronto FC. The 23-year-old central defender, seen as a bright prospect, made his All Whites debut – and until now only international appearance - against Uefa Cup holders FC Sevilla in Spain last August.
Andy Barron
Position
Midfield
DOB
24 December 1980
Height
177cm
Weight
70kg
Current club
Team Wellington
Previous clubs
Minnesota Thunder (USA)Canterbury UnitedPetoneMiramarWilliam Carey College (USA)Lisburn Distillery (IRE)
Caps
8
Goals
1
All Whites debut
v Malaysia, 19, February, 2006
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2007: Barron played the full 90 in New Zealand's 5-0 loss to Venezuela in Maraciabo and was a 59th minute substitute for Jeremy Christie in the 2-2 draw with Wales.2006: One of the few players drawn from the domestic New Zealand Football Championship (NZFC), Barron is a work-aholic midfielder who forced his way into New Zealand’s World Cup calculations after a memorable rookie year for the All Whites in 2006. Scored a late winner in just his second match to seal a 2-0 series victory over Malaysia in February 2006.
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James Bannatyne
Jeremy Brockie
Position
Midfield/Striker
DOB
October 7, 1987
Height
180cm
Weight
78kg
Current club
North Queensland Fury
Previous clubs
Team WellingtonHawke's Bay UnitedRichmond FCSydney FC (Australia)New Zealand Knights FC Canterbury UnitedNelson Suburbs
Caps
11
Goals
0
All Whites debut
v Malaysia, February 2006
Other national teams
NZ U-23 (Beijng Olympics 2008)NZ U-20 (FIFA U-20 World Cup Canada 2007)
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2009: Will line up for the North Queensland Fury in their debut A-League season in 2009-10.
2008: A return to the NZFC with Hawke's Bay United in 07-08 helped Brockie rediscover his form, which he carried into New Zealand's Olympic campaign. A stunning solo effort against Australia in the pre-Olympic build-up was matched by a blistering strike for a ten-man Oly-Whites against Olympic hosts China in an opening 1-1 draw. Recalled to the All Whites for qualifers against New Caledonia, starting in the 3-1 win in Noumea.
2007: With the FIFA U-20 Men’s World Cup to look forward to in June-July, 2007 shapes as a defining year for the recently de-dreadlocked teenager. Used as a sub against both Costa Rica and Venezuela in March, Brockie remained on the bench in a 2-2 draw against Wales.
2006: A front-runner blessed with pace, Brockie burst onto the scene with a series of eye-catching A-League performances for the New Zealand Knights two seasons ago. That form earned the Cantabrian a contract at Sydney FC but Brockie spent much of the past A-League season on the bench and has since been released.
Midfield/Striker
DOB
October 7, 1987
Height
180cm
Weight
78kg
Current club
North Queensland Fury
Previous clubs
Team WellingtonHawke's Bay UnitedRichmond FCSydney FC (Australia)New Zealand Knights FC Canterbury UnitedNelson Suburbs
Caps
11
Goals
0
All Whites debut
v Malaysia, February 2006
Other national teams
NZ U-23 (Beijng Olympics 2008)NZ U-20 (FIFA U-20 World Cup Canada 2007)
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2009: Will line up for the North Queensland Fury in their debut A-League season in 2009-10.
2008: A return to the NZFC with Hawke's Bay United in 07-08 helped Brockie rediscover his form, which he carried into New Zealand's Olympic campaign. A stunning solo effort against Australia in the pre-Olympic build-up was matched by a blistering strike for a ten-man Oly-Whites against Olympic hosts China in an opening 1-1 draw. Recalled to the All Whites for qualifers against New Caledonia, starting in the 3-1 win in Noumea.
2007: With the FIFA U-20 Men’s World Cup to look forward to in June-July, 2007 shapes as a defining year for the recently de-dreadlocked teenager. Used as a sub against both Costa Rica and Venezuela in March, Brockie remained on the bench in a 2-2 draw against Wales.
2006: A front-runner blessed with pace, Brockie burst onto the scene with a series of eye-catching A-League performances for the New Zealand Knights two seasons ago. That form earned the Cantabrian a contract at Sydney FC but Brockie spent much of the past A-League season on the bench and has since been released.
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Kris Bright
Position
Striker
DOB
September 5, 1986
Height
188cm
Weight
81kg
Current club
Panserraikos FC (Greece)
Previous clubs
Kristiansund BK (Norway)Fortuna Sittard (Netherlands)New Zealand KnightsWaitakere UnitedWaitakere CityNorth Shore United
Caps
2
Goals
1
All Whites debut
v Fiji, WCQ, November 19, 2008
Other national teams
NZ U-17, NZ U-20
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2009: With Chris Killen unable to recover from injury, Bright made the most of teh resulting start by netting his first international goal in the 1-3 loss to Thailand.
2008: The Norwegian based striker follwoed in his All White father Dave's footsteps when making his debut as a 68th minute substitute for fellow debutantn Costa Barbarouses.
Striker
DOB
September 5, 1986
Height
188cm
Weight
81kg
Current club
Panserraikos FC (Greece)
Previous clubs
Kristiansund BK (Norway)Fortuna Sittard (Netherlands)New Zealand KnightsWaitakere UnitedWaitakere CityNorth Shore United
Caps
2
Goals
1
All Whites debut
v Fiji, WCQ, November 19, 2008
Other national teams
NZ U-17, NZ U-20
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2009: With Chris Killen unable to recover from injury, Bright made the most of teh resulting start by netting his first international goal in the 1-3 loss to Thailand.
2008: The Norwegian based striker follwoed in his All White father Dave's footsteps when making his debut as a 68th minute substitute for fellow debutantn Costa Barbarouses.
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Andrew BoyensPosition
Central defender
DOB
19 September 1983
Height
1.95m
Weight
80kg
Current club
New York Red Bulls
Previous clubs
Toronto FCUniversity of New MexicoOtago UnitedDunedin Tech
Caps
8
Goals
0
All Whites debut
v FC Sevilla, August 15, 2006
'A' International debut
v Wales, May 26, 2007
Other national teams
NZ U-20 and U-23
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Released by Toronto but went on trial at New York Red Bulls and was quicklty picked up for the 2008 season. With teh return of Ryan Nelsen to the All Whites mix, Boyens found himself down in the pecking order with Nelsen and Ben Sigmund preferred startes for matches against New Caledonia.
2007: Boyen's made the most of his call-up for the shortened European tour with an eye-catching performance alongside Ben Sigmund (the pair had little more than 10 minutes of international experience between them before the Wrexham fixture) in the 2-2 draw with Wales on May 26. Started all three of NZ's World Cup qualifiers in 2007.
2006: Boyens cashed in on a decorated collegiate career in the US with the University of New Mexico when the All-American was recently drafted by MLS expansion franchise Toronto FC. The 23-year-old central defender, seen as a bright prospect, made his All Whites debut – and until now only international appearance - against Uefa Cup holders FC Sevilla in Spain last August.
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Name:
Kris Bouckenoogh
Name:Kris Bouckenoogh
Position:
Defender / Midfielder
Date of Birth:
Height:
Weight:
Current Club:
Red Star Waasland (Belgium)
Previous Clubs in Chronological Order:
Caps:
38
Goals:
3
Debut:
Defender / Midfielder
Date of Birth:
Height:
Weight:
Current Club:
Red Star Waasland (Belgium)
Previous Clubs in Chronological Order:
Caps:
38
Goals:
3
Debut:
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Leo Bertos
Leo BertosPosition
Midfield/Striker
DOB
20 December 1981
Height
180cm
Weight
78kg
Current club
Wellington Phoenix
Previous clubs
Perth GloryScarborough FCBarnsley FCRochdale FCChester City FCYork City FC
Caps
22
Goals
0
All Whites debut
v Iran, Tehran, October 13, 2003
Other national teams
NZ U-23
Last Updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Wellington-born Bertos returned home to link up with the Phoenix, who he joined on a two-year deal. Included in the squad for home and away qualifiers against New Caledonia but not used because of injury.
2007: Bertos played the full 90 in the 4-0 loss to Costa Rica in March but has been subbed around the hour mark in his last two internationals against Venezuela and Wales. On international duty, Bertos was at his creative best, playing a hand in five of the six goals the All Whites scored against Vanuatu home and away in November.
2006: After spells at York City , Chester City , Rochdale, Barnsley and Scarborough , Bertos found his feet at Perth Glory to prove something of an A-League revelation last season. Always willing to run at opponents and a useful crosser and dead-ball deliverer, all that is missing from the 26-year-old’s game is goals.
Midfield/Striker
DOB
20 December 1981
Height
180cm
Weight
78kg
Current club
Wellington Phoenix
Previous clubs
Perth GloryScarborough FCBarnsley FCRochdale FCChester City FCYork City FC
Caps
22
Goals
0
All Whites debut
v Iran, Tehran, October 13, 2003
Other national teams
NZ U-23
Last Updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2008: Wellington-born Bertos returned home to link up with the Phoenix, who he joined on a two-year deal. Included in the squad for home and away qualifiers against New Caledonia but not used because of injury.
2007: Bertos played the full 90 in the 4-0 loss to Costa Rica in March but has been subbed around the hour mark in his last two internationals against Venezuela and Wales. On international duty, Bertos was at his creative best, playing a hand in five of the six goals the All Whites scored against Vanuatu home and away in November.
2006: After spells at York City , Chester City , Rochdale, Barnsley and Scarborough , Bertos found his feet at Perth Glory to prove something of an A-League revelation last season. Always willing to run at opponents and a useful crosser and dead-ball deliverer, all that is missing from the 26-year-old’s game is goals.
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Andy BarronPosition
Midfield
DOB
24 December 1980
Height
177cm
Weight
70kg
Current club
Team Wellington
Previous clubs
Minnesota Thunder (USA)Canterbury UnitedPetoneMiramarWilliam Carey College (USA)Lisburn Distillery (IRE)
Caps
8
Goals
1
All Whites debut
v Malaysia, 19, February, 2006
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2007: Barron played the full 90 in New Zealand's 5-0 loss to Venezuela in Maraciabo and was a 59th minute substitute for Jeremy Christie in the 2-2 draw with Wales.2006: One of the few players drawn from the domestic New Zealand Football Championship (NZFC), Barron is a work-aholic midfielder who forced his way into New Zealand’s World Cup calculations after a memorable rookie year for the All Whites in 2006. Scored a late winner in just his second match to seal a 2-0 series victory over Malaysia in February 2006.
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James BannatynePosition
Goalkeeper
DOB
June 30, 1975
Height
1.95m
Weight
95kg
Current club
Team Wellington
Previous clubs
Petone FCCanterbury UnitedFootball KingzMiramar Rangers
Caps
5
All Whites debut
v Cook Islands, WCQ, June 8, 2001
Other national teams
NZ U-20 and U-23
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2009: Made headlines by scoring for Team Wellington with a free kick beyond the halfway line in the penultimate round of NZFC action.
2007: Bannatyne made a mercy dash to Maraciabo as injury cover for the injured Glen Moss but did not get on the pitch in New Zealand's 5-0 loss to Venezuela. Not selected for the match in Wales. Called up as back-up for Mark Paston in a wOwrld Cup qualifer against Fiji with Phoenix keeper Glen Moss overlooked.
2006: Recalled for the end of season club tour of England and Spain after a four year stint in football's international wilderness, Bannatyne was unlucky to find Uefa Cup holders FC Sevilla in irresistable form as New Zealand were thumped 5-1. The match was Bannatyne's fifth international, four years after he secured his fourth cap as a 57th minute substitute in the shock 1-0 win over Australia in the 2002 Oceania Nations Cup final in Auckland.
Goalkeeper
DOB
June 30, 1975
Height
1.95m
Weight
95kg
Current club
Team Wellington
Previous clubs
Petone FCCanterbury UnitedFootball KingzMiramar Rangers
Caps
5
All Whites debut
v Cook Islands, WCQ, June 8, 2001
Other national teams
NZ U-20 and U-23
Last updated May 1, 2009
Notes:
2009: Made headlines by scoring for Team Wellington with a free kick beyond the halfway line in the penultimate round of NZFC action.
2007: Bannatyne made a mercy dash to Maraciabo as injury cover for the injured Glen Moss but did not get on the pitch in New Zealand's 5-0 loss to Venezuela. Not selected for the match in Wales. Called up as back-up for Mark Paston in a wOwrld Cup qualifer against Fiji with Phoenix keeper Glen Moss overlooked.
2006: Recalled for the end of season club tour of England and Spain after a four year stint in football's international wilderness, Bannatyne was unlucky to find Uefa Cup holders FC Sevilla in irresistable form as New Zealand were thumped 5-1. The match was Bannatyne's fifth international, four years after he secured his fourth cap as a 57th minute substitute in the shock 1-0 win over Australia in the 2002 Oceania Nations Cup final in Auckland.
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