From first boots to first pay cheques: All Whites stars remember where it began

UpdatedMichael BurgessSenior Sports Journalist·NZ Herald·26 Jun, 2026 02:09 AM11 mins to read‌'Newstalk ZB's Jason Pine joins Herald NOW ahead of the All Whites' most important game at the World Cup so far. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYAhead of the All Whites’ final group game of the Fifa World Cup, Michael Burgess spoke to the team about the early days of their careers, with their favourite memories about where they started and their first pay cheque from the sport.Chris Wood

Age: 34. Caps: 92. International debut:

From first boots to first pay cheques: All Whites stars remember where it began

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