Ben Old
LW
Half-Space Orchestrator
Aug 13, 2002 (23)
Left
5'8"
146 lb
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Returns in friendly
Old (thigh) came off the bench for 24 minutes in Tuesday's 4-0 defeat against Haiti, marking his return to competitive action after arriving late to New Zealand's training camp in Florida due to a muscular thigh issue.
Analysis: Old's appearance confirms he is on track to be available for the All Whites' World Cup campaign, with his expected starting role at left-back now looking secure heading into the tournament. The coming days of training will be important in building his match sharpness and be set to start in New Zealand's opening fixture.
Joins New Zealand camp
Old (thigh) arrived at New Zealand's training camp in Florida late Saturday and is set to complete his first session with the group Monday, with his availability for Tuesday's warm-up match against Haiti remaining uncertain, according to Tribune Stephanoise.
Analysis: Old's late arrival means he is unlikely to start against Haiti if he does feature, with a bench role the most probable scenario given the limited time he has had to integrate with the group. The left back had been dealing with a muscular thigh issue in the lead-up to the tournament, making his timely arrival at camp a positive development for the All Whites heading into the World Cup. Old is expected to start at left-back for New Zealand during the tournament itself, making the coming days of training crucial in assessing his readiness ahead of their opening fixture.
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