Francis De Vries
World Cup 2026 form
| Match | Min | Rating | G | A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs IR Iran | — | — | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Egypt | 16 | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Belgium | 17 | 6.2 | 0 | 0 |
Francis De Vries carved out a seven-year career in Swedish football with IFK Värnamo, developing into a composed, technically assured defender in the Allsvenskan before returning to New Zealand with newly formed Auckland FC in 2024. His Scandinavian education — where defensive organisation and positional discipline are prioritised — gives him a different footballing vocabulary to many of his All Whites teammates. Now 31, he brings professional European experience to a New Zealand backline that will need every ounce of defensive solidity at the 2026 World Cup.
New Zealand · 1994-11-28
Career
Auckland2024 – present
Eastern Suburbs2023
IFK Varnamo2018 – 2022
Canterbury United2011 – 2017Frequently asked questions
How old is Francis De Vries?
Francis De Vries is 31 years old (born 1994-11-28).
What club does Francis De Vries play for?
Francis De Vries plays for Auckland FC and represents New Zealand.
What position does Francis De Vries play?
Francis De Vries plays as a Defender, wearing #3.
How has Francis De Vries performed at the 2026 World Cup?
Francis De Vries has 3 appearances, 0 goals and 0 assists at an average rating of 6.2 at the 2026 World Cup.