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Braintree's Smith in New Zealand World Cup squad
Key takeaways
- Tommy Smith, who has also played for Ipswich Town and Colchester United, won the Premier's Plate with Auckland FC last year
- Braintree Town defender Tommy Smith has been named alongside Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood in New Zealand's World Cup squad.
- Smith, 36, started New Zealand's three group matches when they last competed at the World Cup 16 years ago, but has not played since 2024.
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Tommy Smith, who has also played for Ipswich Town and Colchester United, won the Premier's Plate with Auckland FC last year
Braintree Town defender Tommy Smith has been named alongside Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood in New Zealand's World Cup squad.
Smith, 36, started New Zealand's three group matches when they last competed at the World Cup 16 years ago, but has not played since 2024.
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