90 minutes from South Africa

This Saturday the 14th November, the All Whites have the opportunity to qualify for South Africa. No pressure then. The All Whites last appearance in the world’s largest football tournament was in 1982. The only result that will see them qualify is a win. And it’s at home.

These facts aren’t lost on Ryan Nelsen. The skipper. Five years old when the side last took to the big stage. His defensive abilities and leadership in the back half have been likened to the stranglehold of a wrestler. And no one escapes the full Nelsen.

On Saturday the 14th November the All Whites have one opportunity to make the difference. Be there.