From Annan Athletic to the World Cup: The Scot playing for New Zealand (opens original article in a new tab)

A Scottish-born footballer, Callan Elliot, is representing New Zealand at the World Cup after moving to the country at age seven, with his parents traveling across the world to watch him play.

• Callan Elliot, born in Scotland, is playing for New Zealand at the World Cup after moving to New Zealand at age seven.
• His parents traveled 6,500 miles to watch his opening game against Iran in Los Angeles.
• Elliot chose to represent New Zealand over Scotland, as he developed as a player there and Scotland did not qualify for the Under 20s World Cup or Olympics.