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Tyler and Jenny Bindon make World Cup history together for New Zealand

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:04 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Tyler and Jenny Bindon make World Cup history together for New Zealand

Summary

Tyler Bindon, a center back for New Zealand, came off the bench in his team's World Cup opener against Iran on June 16, marking a historic moment with his mother, Jenny Bindon. They are the first mother-son duo to compete in a FIFA World Cup. Jenny, a former goalkeeper, represented New Zealand in the Women's World Cups of 2007 and 2011, while Tyler plays for Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. The match ended in a 2-2 draw, and New Zealand's next game is scheduled against Egypt on June 18 in Vancouver. Both Tyler's parents are athletes, contributing to his sports background.

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By the Numbers

•Tyler Bindon played as a substitute against Iran.
•The match ended in a 2-2 draw.
•Jenny Bindon played for New Zealand from 2004 to 2014.
•New Zealand will face Egypt on June 18.
•Tyler is a product of the Los Angeles FC academy.

Latest Updates

5:04 PMBBC Sport — New Zealand make World Cup history with first mother-son duo
2:04 AMYahoo Sports — New Zealand's Tyler Bindon and mom Jenny are the first mother-son duo to play in the World Cup

What they're saying

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When Tyler Bindon came in off the bench for New Zealand in its World Cup opener against Iran, he made a bit of history with his mom. Jenny Bindon and Tyler are the first mother and son to play in the World Cup.
— Yahoo Sportsby ANNE M. PETERSON