Anton Segner is set to make history after being selected in New Zealand’s squad ahead of their match against Italy, with multiple outlets reporting he could become the first German-born player to represent the All Blacks. Segner, an uncapped 24-year-old back-row forward, is described as a potential substitute rather than an automatic starter. BBC Sport and Yahoo Sports both state that he becomes eligible for the milestone if he comes off the bench during the game. The Winnipeg Free Press similarly frames his selection as a route to becoming the first Germany-born All Black. Stuff.co.nz adds personal context from Segner’s home in Germany, describing how his debut and potential appearance are linked to a goal he set as a child when he first developed an interest in rugby. Across the coverage, the key point is that New Zealand has selected Segner for the Italy fixture and that his appearance would mark a first for German-born players in All Blacks history.