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Andre de Jong, Daniel Msendami and Kamogelo Sebelebele, Orlando Pirates

Pirates forward misses out on World Cup spot

The Sea Robbers forward Andre de Jong has seen his dreams of representing New Zealand at the upcoming tournament crushed. Despite a return to the international fold earlier this year, the versatile attacker has been left out of the All Whites' final 26-man roster for the global showpiece.

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Andre de Jong, Orlando Pirates vs Casric Stars, February 2026

De Jong targets World Cup in Pirates spirit

The Buccaneers forward has revealed that standing for the Soweto giants on the global stage is his ultimate ambition, as he aspires to secure a place with the All Whites for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 29-year-old, who joined the club in January, is hoping to carry his club domestic form into the international arena as his national team prepares for a challenging group stage in North America.