Jayden James Smith (born 4 July 2007) is a New Zealand footballer who plays for the Wellington Phoenix.
Club career Youth career Smith played for FC Nelson at youth and senior level, before joining the Phoenix academy in 2023. Smith originally played in the midfield, before transitioning to a centre-back after joining the Phoenix Academy. He attended Nelson College while living in Nelson.
Wellington Phoenix Smith signed his first pro-contract for the club on 7 October 2024. On 20 October 2024, Smith made his debut for the Wellington Phoenix in an A-League Men match against Western United.
International career Smith was called up for the New Zealand U20 squad for the first time in May 2025, for two friendlies against Chile.
Smith was named as part of the 21-player New Zealand U20 squad for the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup that took place in Chile from September to October 2025. Smith made three appearances in the tournament, with New Zealand exiting after the conclusion of the group stage.
Career statistics Club
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueCupOthersTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals2023National League60——60202417110—18120254000—40Total27100—281Wellington Phoenix2024–25A-League Men1000—10Career total2811000291
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