Smith in New Zealand Squad - Ipswich Town News
Centre-half Tommy Smith has been named in the New Zealand squad for two World Cup qualifiers against Tahiti during the international break which follows Saturday’s home game against Cardiff City.
The All Whites will take on Oceania Nations Cup winners in Papeete on Friday 12th October and then the same opposition at home in Christchurch on Tuesday 16th October.
Midfielder Josh Carson is on standby for Northern Ireland ahead of their World Cup group match in Portugal on the Tuesday.
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