The All Whites are welcoming direct entry for Oceania to next year's Football World Cup - ahead of kickoff in their qualifying final against New Caledonia at Eden Park.

It's the first time the winner from the region automatically qualifies for the tournament. 

Former All White Ben Sigmund is feeling hopeful ahead of the big match.

"If they play like they did on Friday night against Fiji - I think they'll be too good and too classy and bring it home for sure."

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