New Zealand's soccer team, the All Whites, won 8-0 against Samoa, advancing their path to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

New Zealand's national soccer team, the All Whites, won a decisive 8-0 against Samoa in World Cup Qualifiers on November 18, securing top spot in Group B. Chris Wood scored a hat-trick, extending his goal-scoring streak. This victory puts New Zealand on track for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with semifinals against Fiji in March and potential finals against New Caledonia or Tahiti. A win in the finals will secure direct qualification for the World Cup in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada.

November 18, 2024
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