Wood’s role, the account says, went beyond finishing. He helped bring Just into dangerous areas, combining the presence of a central forward with Just’s movement and directness. It was a useful pairing for a side seeking to make its football count on the tournament stage.
The report also says Wood’s Nottingham Forest team-mates noticed the connection. Just’s finishing drew praise, while Wood’s ability to set up the attack gave the partnership its balance. Recalling the wider experience, Wood said: “Just being immersed in the World Cup environment was quality, it's something that was truly special and something to remember, definitely.”
Just’s club career has since taken a reported step forward. The report says Swansea City signed him from Motherwell for a reported club-record fee, following a standout spell in Scotland. The move gives the winger a new platform, while Wood returns to his own club commitments with the partnership’s impact fresh in the memory.
The next storyline to watch is whether the pair meet as opponents in a domestic cup competition. For Just, the immediate challenge will be carrying his international momentum into life at Swansea; for Wood, the test is whether New Zealand can build on the attacking understanding they showed against Iran.