The New Zealand national football team, known as the All Whites, represents the island nation in international competition. Based in Auckland and playing home matches at various stadiums including Eden Park and Sky Stadium, the team is governed by New Zealand Football. Founded in the early 20th century, the team's iconic white kit has become a symbol of national pride. Their history is defined by a legendary underdog story: their qualification for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa, where they famously drew all three group stage matches, including a 1-1 result against reigning champions Italy. That campaign, led by the likes of Ryan Nelsen and Shane Smeltz, remains the pinnacle of New Zealand football. In the modern era, the team continues to compete for Oceania Football Confederation supremacy, regularly contending for the OFC Nations Cup title. The fan base, while geographically distant from major footballing centers, is passionate and rallies behind the team's resilient spirit, embodying the nation's sporting culture on the global stage.