Summary

Nando Pijnaker (New Zealand), Defender, 26 caps

Nando Pijnaker

#4 Defender Auckland FC (NZL) New Zealand

Nando Pijnaker is a 27-year-old defender for Auckland FC (NZL) and New Zealand. He has earned 26 caps 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.

26 Caps

0 Goals

0 Season goals

0 Assists

6.82 Form rating

Age27Height192 cmWeight192 lbsMarket value€247K

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Nando Pijnaker · the model’s read

Nando Pijnaker brings 26 caps for New Zealand at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, lining up as a defender. At club level they play for Auckland FC (NZL). That record is the base the model weighs alongside current form and the strength of the group.

Nando Pijnaker: Tournament Form vs Career Baseline

Per-90 output at World Cup 2026 alongside the career baseline (9 matches on record), so you can read current form against the track record.

World Cup 2026

Career baseline 6.6

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New Zealand defensive unit

Full squad

The defenders and keepers Nando lines up behind for New Zealand at World Cup 2026 in Group G.

Michael Boxall Defender 0.69 Tackles / 90

Thomas Smith Defender 4.09 Interceptions / 90

Tim Payne Defender 1.2 Tackles / 90

Liberato Cacace Defender 1.09 Tackles / 90

Tyler Bindon Defender 1.52 Tackles / 90

Max Crocombe Goalkeeper 7.1 Career rating

Honours

The major titles and individual awards, grouped by competition.

1 TOTAL HONOURS

BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENTS

1× Australian A-League Premiers 2024-2025

HONOURS SNAPSHOT

1 League Titles

0 Cup Competitions

0 International

0 Individual Awards

League Titles 1

1× Australian A-League Premiers
2024-2025

Nando Pijnaker: Quick Facts

#4Shirt number

27Age

192 cmHeight

192 lbsWeight

Brummen, NetherlandsBirthplace

Auckland FC (NZL)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 Nando Pijnaker play?

Nando Pijnaker plays as a Defender for Auckland FC (NZL). At World Cup 2026 they represent New Zealand.

How many caps does Nando Pijnaker have?

Nando Pijnaker has 26 international caps for New Zealand.

What trophies has Nando Pijnaker won?

Nando Pijnaker has won 1 career honour. Notable titles include Australian A-League Premiers (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.