New Zealand's return to the global stage after 16 years wrote the 26-year-old's name into the history books.

The All Whites have kicked off their Football World Cup with a draw against Iran in Los Angeles.

Elijah Just scored twice, helping New Zealand to sit level top of group G.

New Zealand's return to the global stage after 16 years wrote the 26-year-old's name into the history books.

Elijah Just became the first Motherwell player to play and score at a World Cup. | Football News

Elijah Just became New Zealand’s top men's World Cup scorer inside an hour.

Well-traveled Elijah Just has played more than 30 times for the All Whites and currently plies his trade in the Scottish league.