Summary

Kosta Barbarouses (New Zealand), Forward, 76 caps, 10 international goals

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Kosta Barbarouses

#9 Forward WS Wanderers FC (AUS) New Zealand

Kosta Barbarouses is a 36-year-old forward for WS Wanderers FC (AUS) and New Zealand. He has earned 76 caps and 10 international goals for New Zealand. Our model puts New Zealand's title chance at 0% with a 34% shot at clearing the group stage at World Cup 2026.

76 Caps

10 Goals

4 Season goals

1 Assists

6.56 Form rating

Age36Height1.72 m (5 ft 8 in)Weight150 lbsMarket value€162K

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Kosta Barbarouses · the model’s read

Kosta Barbarouses brings 76 caps and 10 international goals for New Zealand at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, lining up as a forward. At club level they play for WS Wanderers FC (AUS). That record is the base the model weighs alongside current form and the strength of the group.

Kosta Barbarouses: Tournament Form vs Career Baseline

Per-90 output at World Cup 2026 alongside the career baseline (8 matches on record), so you can read current form against the track record.

World Cup 2026

Career baseline 6.4

— Touchesper 90 min 7.5

New Zealand Squad

Full squad

Kosta is part of a New Zealand squad heading to World Cup 2026 in Group G.

Chris Wood Forward 2.06 Shots / 90

Michael Boxall Defender 0.69 Tackles / 90

Thomas Smith Defender 4.09 Interceptions / 90

Tim Payne Defender 1.2 Tackles / 90

Elijah Just Midfielder 1.63 Key passes / 90

Marko Stamenic Midfielder 0.45 Key passes / 90

Kosta Barbarouses: Career History

Club career, most recent first.

Sydney FC

2019 - 2022

Melbourne Victory

2017 - 2019

Wellington Phoenix

2016 - 2017

Melbourne Victory

2013 - 2016

Panathinaikos

2012 - 2013

Alania Vladikavkaz

2011 - 2013

Brisbane Roar FC

2010 - 2011

Wellington Phoenix

2007 - 2010

Team Wellington

2005 - 2007

Honours

The major titles and individual awards, grouped by competition.

4 TOTAL HONOURS

BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENTS

3× Australian A-League Premiers 2010-2011, 2014-2015, 2019-2020

1× Australian A-League Champions 2020

HONOURS SNAPSHOT

2 League Titles

0 Cup Competitions

0 International

0 Individual Awards

League Titles 2

3× Australian A-League Premiers
2010-20112014-20152019-2020
1× Australian A-League Champions
2020

Kosta Barbarouses: Quick Facts

#9Shirt number

36Age

1.72 m (5 ft 8 in)Height

150 lbsWeight

Wellington, New ZealandBirthplace

WS Wanderers FC (AUS)Club

Part of the New Zealand squad at World Cup 2026

New Zealand team page

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Frequently Asked Questions

What position does Kosta Barbarouses play?

Kosta Barbarouses plays as a Forward for WS Wanderers FC (AUS). At World Cup 2026 they represent New Zealand.

How many caps does Kosta Barbarouses have?

Kosta Barbarouses has 76 international caps for New Zealand, with 10 international goals.

What trophies has Kosta Barbarouses won?

Kosta Barbarouses has won 4 career honours. Notable titles include Australian A-League Premiers (x3), Australian A-League Champions (x1).

What is New Zealand's chance of winning World Cup 2026?

Our model puts New Zealand at 0% to win World Cup 2026 and 34% to advance from the group stage.

Which group is New Zealand in at World Cup 2026?

New Zealand are in Group G at World Cup 2026, facing Iran, Egypt, Belgium.