PremiumUpdatedMichael BurgessSenior Sports Journalist·NZ Herald·2 Jul, 2026 06:31 PM4 mins to read‌NZ Herald football writer Michael Burgess looks back at an incredible match at SoFi Stadium between the All Whites and Iran on Tuesday (NZT). Video / Michael BurgessNew Zealand Football are pushing for an invitation into one of the world’s most prestigious tournaments – and are counting on the support of Fifa president Gianni Infantino to get there.

Though the pain of the All-Whites’ World Cup exit is still raw, the organisation is already looking ahead, assessing