FIFA World Cup qualifier live updates: All Whites v Tahiti

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New Zealand's Ben Old is tackled by Tahiti's Pothin PomaPhoto: Shane Wenzlick / Photosport

It has been 14 years since New Zealand have been to a men's FIFA World Cup, but the best chance in a generation of breaking that jinx is about to kick off in earnest.

The All Whites begin their qualification campaign for the 2026 event, to be held across the United States, Mexico and Canada, on Friday - facing Tahiti at a neutral location in Vanuatu. Kick-off is at 3pm NZT.

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