Chris James

Last updated June 18, 2009

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2008: Came off the bench against New Caledonia in Noumea and then started against the same opposition in Auckland, a game in which he was given a free role by Ricki Herbert. Signed a two-year deal with Finnish club Tampere United, scoring two goals in the UEFA Champions League against Montenegran and Slovakian oppposition.

2007: James came on as a 63rd minute substitute in the 4-0 loss to Costa Rica in San Jose and has played the full 90 against Venezuela (0-5) and Wales (2-2). Played just once for the All Whites in three World Cup qualifiers in 2007, a starting in a 2-1 away win over Vanuatu. Offerred one-year extension by Fulham but declined, electing to seek first-team football elsewhere.

2006: Chris James proved the find of 2006 for New Zealand Football.  The Kiwi-born, England age-group international enjoyed a dream debut for the All Whites when he came on as a substitute against Brazil just days after receiving his international clearance last June. A skilful midfield playmaker, James went on to score from the penalty spot against Uefa Cup holders FC Sevilla before guiding New Zealand to the forthcoming FIFA U-20 Men’s World Cup in Canada.