Callan Elliot prepares for World Cup debut with New Zealand against Iran
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 5:34 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Callan Elliot, formerly of Annan Athletic, will represent New Zealand in the World Cup. The match against Iran is set to kick off early on June 16 UK time at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Elliot's family, who moved to New Zealand when he was seven, will travel approximately 6,500 miles to support him. He selected to play for New Zealand over Scotland, where he was born, and aims to help the team advance from the group stage.
- •Callan Elliot started his football journey at Annan Athletic in Scotland.
- •Elliot’s parents traveled from New Zealand to support his World Cup opener.
- •New Zealand faces Iran in their first match on June 16.
- •Elliot chose New Zealand to pursue football opportunities.
- •The team aims to progress beyond the group stage.
- 5:34 AMYahoo Sports — From Annan Athletic to the World Cup: The Scot playing for New Zealand
"Callan Elliot is from Annan but plays for the country his family moved to when he was seven.
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