New Zealand - 1 drew with Charlton Athletic - 1

It was a big day out for a few of the kiwis in the London region as the All Whites were hosted by premiership team - Charlton Athletic. Two weeks out from the start of the Premiership season, the atmosphere in "the Valley" was relaxed which meant we were able to mingle with the players prior to kick off, enjoy some Corporate hospitality and enjoy premium seats on halfway for only 10 squids.

As for the game, the kiwis played admirably for a deserved 1 all draw in a good quality game - a cracking goal from the magnificently skillful Marcus Bent put Charlton ahead in the first half before a gutsy run from Jarrod Smith (who will always be referred to as son of NZ wicketkeeper, Ian Smith), set up the kiwi equaliser.

Before the game with Denmark international Dennis Rommedahl:

A few pre match beers - fanks to Charlton's new Sponsors!