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Matt Garbett ruled out of New Zealand World Cup squad, Logan Rogerson replaces him

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 12:18 AM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Matt Garbett ruled out of New Zealand World Cup squad, Logan Rogerson replaces him

Summary

Midfielder Matt Garbett is out of New Zealand's World Cup squad due to a hamstring injury sustained in practice. This announcement came shortly before New Zealand's opening match against Iran. New Zealand Football expressed their disappointment over Garbett's absence, stating they are 'gutted' he cannot participate. Logan Rogerson has been called up to fill Garbett's spot. This is New Zealand's first World Cup appearance since 2010, and they are placed in Group G alongside Iran, Egypt, and Belgium.

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•Matt Garbett injured his hamstring during practice.
•Garbett has played 38 matches for New Zealand, scoring five goals.
•Logan Rogerson replaces Garbett in the squad.
•New Zealand plays Iran in their opening World Cup match.
•This is New Zealand's first World Cup since 2010.

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12:18 AMYahoo Sports — Injured Matt Garbett ruled out of New Zealand's World Cup squad, replaced by Logan Rogerson

What they're saying

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Midfielder Matt Garbett was ruled out of New Zealand’s squad at the World Cup on Monday, hours before the team's opening game against Iran. New Zealand Football posted a statement on social media saying Garbett injured his hamstring in practice over the weekend. “The whole squad’s thoughts are with Matt at this time and we are gutted he won’t be able to play in the tournament,” New Zealand Football said.
— Yahoo Sports

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