PremiumHome / Sport / Football / Football World CupMichael BurgessSenior Sports Journalist·nzme·12 Jun, 2026 12:52 AM8 mins to readChris Wood is a man on a mission. Photo / PhotosportChris Wood is a man on a mission. Photo / PhotosportAdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.On the eve of the All Whites’ biggest match in 16 years, New Zealand Herald football reporter Michael Burgess sits down with captain Chris Wood to discuss his incredible drive to represent his country, a secret ambition, the pain of the Costa Rica defeat and peaking for this tournament. AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
The 'secret' ambition shaping Chris Wood's incredible All Whites career
Chris Wood’s 90 caps and 45 goals make him New Zealand’s most prolific All White.
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