ABOUT NANDO PIJNAKER
Auto-generated from squad dataWorld Cup pedigree
Nando Pijnaker arrives at the FIFA World Cup 2026 with 2 appearances on record from the WC2026 qualifying campaign for New Zealand, contributing 0 goals and 1 assist across roughly 90 minutes per appearance. Those numbers form the baseline ahead of his tournament involvement — they will refresh to live WC2026 totals once the group stage opens on 11 June 2026.
Role for New Zealand
As a defender for New Zealand, Pijnaker anchors the back line, covering space and winning ball through positioning and aerial duels. His club role at Auckland is the same — anchor a defensive structure across a long club season.
WC2026 outlook
New Zealand enter Group G, opening their tournament in the opening group fixture. Pijnaker's individual contribution will be tracked across the group stage and into the knockout rounds.
Tournament starts 11 June 2026
Nando Pijnaker's WC2026 stats will appear here after the tournament opens with Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Banorte.
Stats update after each match Pijnaker features in.
QUALIFYING STATS
Performance Metrics