New Zealand internationals made key contributions for their clubs across Europe over the past week. The performances come as the All Whites prepare for their next home match against India on 12 November, with the team's form over the last four matches standing at one win, two draws and one defeat. The squad's depth and current club form will be central to selection for that match, with players pushing for places in the final squad.
Joe Bell played the full ninety minutes for Viking in their 2-0 away win over Brann in Norway's Eliteserien on Friday. The midfielder then started again three days later, playing 85 minutes in a 3-3 Champions League draw with Bayern Munich. His consistent involvement in high-level fixtures is a positive sign for the national team.
In England's Championship, Elijah Just and Marko Stamenić helped Swansea City secure two wins. Just came off the bench in a 2-1 victory over Norwich City before starting and playing 65 minutes in a 1-0 win at Millwall. Stamenić followed a similar pattern, appearing as a substitute against Norwich before completing the full match in the win at Millwall.
Elsewhere, Benjamin Waine featured for Port Vale in their 1-0 League Two win over Grimsby Town. Jesse Randall started for Dundee United in their 1-0 Scottish Premiership victory against Hibernian, while Benjamin Old played 80 minutes in Saint Etienne's 2-0 Ligue 2 win over Rodez.
Goalkeeper Alexander Paulsen played the full match for Motherwell in their 2-0 loss to Celtic. Veteran forward Christopher Wood came on as a substitute for Nottingham Forest in their 3-1 Premier League defeat at Crystal Palace.
