Kiwi goalkeeper gets bride's blessing to ditch wedding for World Cup
New Zealand goalkeeper Michael Woud has postponed his wedding after being unexpectedly selected for the FIFA World Cup squad. His fiancée, Zana Renton, has been supportive of the decision, understanding the significance of the tournament. Woud, who is the third goalkeeper in the squad, is prepared to support his teammates during the competition, even if he doesn't play.
- ▪Michael Woud was named in New Zealand's squad for the FIFA World Cup, leading to a wedding postponement.
- ▪Woud's fiancée has expressed support for his decision to prioritize the World Cup.
- ▪New Zealand is the lowest-ranked team in the tournament, facing Iran, Egypt, and Belgium in the group stage.
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FIFA World Cup selection for Michael Woud forces wedding postponementTopic:FIFA World CupFri 29 May 2026 at 2:48pmFri 29 May 2026 at 2:48pmFri 29 May 2026 at 2:48pmMichael Woud has postponed his wedding after being a surprise addition to New Zealand's squad for the FIFA World Cup. (Getty Images: Sarah Reed)In short:New Zealand goalkeeper Michael Woud has been named in the All Whites squad for the FIFA World Cup.Woud was not expecting to be named in the squad, and had planned his wedding day during the competition.What's next?Woud is the third goalkeeper in the squad and may not play any minutes during the tournament, which begins next month.abc.net.au/news/fifa-world-cup-michael-woud-wedding-postpone/106738172Link copiedShareShare articleAuckland FC goalkeeper Michael Woud has had to put…
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