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On May 14, head coach Darren Bazeley announced the 26-player roster that will represent New Zealand at the 2026 World Cup. The most notable inclusion is Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood. Despite an injury-plagued season that kept him from a full campaign, the veteran forward, born in 1991, retains the confidence of the coaching staff and will captain the side. Chris Wood has been chosen to lead the New Zealand team at the 2026 World Cup Wood, alongside defender Tommy Smit