The All Whites have beaten India 5-0 at Go Media Stadium in Auckland, scoring five goals without letting one in.
New Zealand took the lead within the first five minutes, when an Indian player accidentally knocked the ball into his own net. Jesse Randall then scored twice before halftime, making it 3-0.
In the second half, captain Chris Wood scored the fourth with a powerful header. Lachlan Bayliss finished things off with a stunning volley, which is when a player kicks the ball before it touches the ground.
Bill Tuiloma nearly made it six late in the game, but Indian goalkeeper Vishal Kaith saved his penalty. It was still a special night for Tuiloma, who was playing his 50th game for his country.
Two players, Nathan Walker and Corban Piper, played for the All Whites for the first time.
The two teams meet again in Christchurch on Sunday. That will be coach Darryn Bazeley’s final match in charge of the All Whites.
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