Lachlan Candy

Lachlan Candy (born 22 August 2005) is a New Zealand footballer who plays for Mornington.

Club career Youth career Candy played for Waterside Karori and Western Suburbs at youth level, before joining the Phoenix academy in 2021.

Wellington Phoenix On 6 August 2024, Candy made his debut for the Wellington Phoenix in an Australia Cup match against South Melbourne. During the first half of the 2024 season, Candy was loaned out to Waterside Karori.

Candy made his A-League Men debut on Waitangi Day 2025, coming on as a second-half substitute against Brisbane Roar.

International career Candy was called up for the New Zealand U20 squad for the 2024 OFC U-19 Men's Championship. He made his debut on 9 July 2024 in a 5–0 win over Samoa. Candy scored his first goal in the final of the tournament, as New Zealand beat New Caledonia 4–0.

Style of play Candy has been described as a "versatile forward" best known for his speed, mobility and smart technique.

Honours New Zealand U20 OFC U-19 Championship: 2024