Hardly a powerhouse of football, there won’t be many wagers placed on New Zealand in the sports betting markets.
The Kiwis have a far from star-studded squad, yet there are still some highly paid players in the group as they search for their first-ever World Cup victory. Could they spring a shock against the likes of Belgium, Egypt and Iran at this summer's tournament?
What is the average salary for New Zealand players?
The average salary for New Zealand’s World Cup squad is below £10,000. There are several players in the squad earning less than £5,000 per week, with eight players representing domestic clubs, and another two playing for Australian teams in the A-League.
The higher earners skew the New Zealand average salary significantly. Premier League, Ligue 1, and Championship salaries have a significant impact.
Who are the top earning players for New Zealand?
On a whopping £90,000 per week, Chris Wood is by far the highest-earning player in the New Zealand World Cup squad. Wood has scored 45 goals for the All Whites and become a talismanic figure for Nottingham Forest in the Premier League.
Wrexham’s Marko Stamenić is one of the other high-paid players in the squad. The midfielder is reportedly on more than £12,000 per week for the Hollywood-backed Championship side.
How much does the New Zealand manager earn?
Darren Bazeley is on around £120,000 per year as manager of New Zealand. Bazeley took the job in November 2022 and led the All Whites to the OFC Nations Cup in 2024.
Born in Northampton, Bazeley spent most of his playing career with Watford, Wolves, and Walsall before signing with the New Zealand Knights in 2005.
