Port Vale supporters can tune in to watch New Zealand take on England this weekend on ITV1 with a good chance of seeing striker Ben Waine in action.
Both England and New Zealand are both involved in the World Cup finals this summer and as part of their warm-up the two sides are meeting in a friendly game. It is due to take place at 9pm UK time on Saturday 6th June and will be screened live on ITV1. The match will be played at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa.
Port Vale striker Ben Waine is poised to join Chris Birchall as only the second current Port Vale player to take part in the World Cup finals. Birchall also played against England, albeit that was in a group game rather than a friendly.
Port Vale Internationals are a rare sight with the club only recording 18 full Internationals in its existence. Waine is one of just six players to score a goal for his country while a Vale player. He currently has six caps while at the club.
Players to score an International goal while at Port Vale
Chris Birchall – three goals for Trinidad and Tobago
Sammy Morgan – two goals for Northern Ireland
Tony Rougier – two goals for Trinidad and Tobago
Eamon O’Keefe – one goal for Ireland
Andy Jones – one goal for Wales
Ben Waine – one goal for New Zealand
Most International appearances while a Vale player
Chris Birchall – 27 (Trinidad and Tobago)
Tony Rougier – 20 (Trinidad and Tobago)
Sammy Morgan – 7 (Northern Ireland)
George Abbey – 6 (Nigeria)
Ben Waine – 6 (New Zealand)
Port Vale Internationals
From Trinidad and Tobago to Montserrat… read our comprehensive list of every footballer to play for their country while a Port Vale player
What day are they playing, please?
Sorry, just edited the article to include the day. It’s Saturday the 6th June, 9pm.
Thanks Rob
Flying the Flag . . Waine train .