Michael Woud – New Zealand | World Cup 2026 Player Profile
Michael Woud
Michael Cornelis Woud
Date of BirthJanuary 16, 1999 (age 27)
Place of BirthAuckland, New Zealand
Height / Weight196 / 89
PositionGoalkeeper
Current ClubAuckland
28
Career
Appearances
0
Career
Goals
New Zealand International
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World Cup 2026
Group G →| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Belgium | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| 2 |  Egypt | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 |
| 3 |  Iran | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 4 | New Zealand | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -6 | 1 |
2026 tournament outlook
Michael Woud will represent New Zealand at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. New Zealand have been drawn in Group G alongside Belgium, Egypt, Iran. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-15 against Iran at SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles. As a goalkeeper, Woud will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. New Zealand's best World Cup finish is Group stage (2010 — unbeaten). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.
New Zealand at the 2026 World Cup
Michael Woud is part of the New Zealand squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Darren Bazeley, alongside M. Crocombe, J. McGarry, J. Bell, and L. Rogerson among the key players.
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New Zealand Teammates
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| M. Crocombe | Goalkeeper |
| J. McGarry | Defender |
| J. Bell | Midfielder |
| L. Rogerson | Attacker |
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