New Zealand World Cup History: All Whites Record & Appearances
Quick answer: New Zealand have 2 World Cup appearances (1982, 2010). They have never won the World Cup or a World Cup match (0 wins, 3 draws, 3 losses).
New Zealand, the All Whites, appeared at the World Cup in 1982 in Spain and 2010 in South Africa. In 2010 they became the only unbeaten team in their group — drawing with Slovakia, Italy and Paraguay — but still failed to advance.
See the New Zealand team page.
New Zealand World Cup Record
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearances | 2 (1982, 2010) |
| World Cup matches | 6 |
| Wins | 0 |
| Draws | 3 |
| Losses | 3 |
| Goals scored | 4 |
1982: First Appearance in Spain
New Zealand's debut in Spain was tough: - Lost 5-2 to Scotland - Lost 2-0 to USSR - Lost 4-0 to Brazil
2010: Unbeaten but Eliminated
The 2010 campaign was remarkable for resilience: - Drew 1-1 with Slovakia - Drew 1-1 with Italy (defending champions) - Drew 0-0 with Paraguay
No team had ever finished a World Cup group stage unbeaten without advancing — until New Zealand.
Frequently Asked Questions
New Zealand world cup history — how many appearances?
Two — 1982 and 2010.
Has New Zealand ever won the World Cup?
No. They have never won a World Cup match either (0-3-3 record).
Has New Zealand ever won a World Cup game?
No — three draws and three losses across six matches.