About Joseph Champness

Joseph William Champness (born 27 April 1997) is a New Zealand professional footballer and rapper who plays as a winger for Persian Gulf Pro League club Havadar Tehran and the New Zealand national team. Born in New Zealand but raised in Australia, Champness represents New Zealand in international competition after switching from Australia in 2021.

Early life
Champness attended St Patrick's College where he was college captain in 2014. His younger brother Daniel Francis Champness, who was also college captain, plays as a midfielder for Moreton Bay United.