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FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the FIFA World Cup 2026 match schedule announcement...

Fan group calls out FIFA over 'extortionate' World Cup ticket prices

Football Supporters Europe has called on FIFA to immediately halt ticket sales for next year's World Cup, accusing it of imposing "extortionate" ticket prices that risk shutting ordinary fans out of the tournament.

Troubled Liverpool claim win against Inter Milan

Mosgiel set what is believed to be a premier league record when it beat Northern 20-0. Photo:...

Troubled Liverpool claim win against Inter Milan

Liverpool snatched a 1-0 win away to Inter Milan in the Champions League yesterday without unsettled star Mohamed Salah

All Whites striker signs with South Island United

Oskar van Hattum playing for New Zealand at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Photo: South Island United

All Whites striker signs with South Island United

South Island United have boosted their squad for the inaugural OFC Pro League, signing All Whites player Oskar van Hattum.

Salah future in doubt at Liverpool

Liverpool manager Arne Slot (left) and Mohamed Salah after the match. Photo: Action Images via...

Salah future in doubt at Liverpool

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah says he's been "thrown under the bus" as he tore into the club over his treatment and signalled a potential exit.

Mackay-Wright sole southerner in National League team of year

Hannah Mackay-Wright. PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH

Mackay-Wright sole southerner in National League team of year

Southern United footballer Hannah Mackay-Wright has capped off the year with a nice honour.

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Glamour no matter the pool...

Norway and Manchester City striker Erling Haaland.

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Glamour no matter the pool...

The All Whites are off to the 2026 Fifa World Cup - but who will they play? Hayden Meikle enlists some colleagues to consider a dream draw for the NZ team.

Ferns better but Matildas best

Football Ferns goalkeeper Alina Santos, on debut, sends out a throw against the Matildas in...

Ferns better but Matildas best

The Football Ferns produced a much-improved effort but still fell to a 2-0 loss to Australia in the second international in Adelaide on Tuesday night.

All Whites to play in NZ

The All Whites have confirmed they will play two final home games ahead of the World Cup as part of hosting a four-team Fifa Series in March.

Home games for All Whites ahead of World Cup

Chris Wood celebrates one of his three goals against the Solomon Islands on Friday night. Photo:...

Home games for All Whites ahead of World Cup

The All Whites will play two final home games ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with New Zealand set to host its first ever FIFA Series in March.

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Auckland Utd claim third title in a row

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Auckland Utd claim third title in a row

Three from three.

Jets dampen Auckland FC

Heavy rain stymied Auckland FC’s hopes of a comeback after falling behind against the Newcastle Jets yesterday.

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Auckland rivalry to decide national title

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Auckland rivalry to decide national title

Can Auckland United snatch the sought-after threepeat?

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Wall seizing every opportunity

Wellington Phoenix defender Lara Wall competes for the ball with Melbourne City’s Lourdes Bosch...

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Wall seizing every opportunity

Lara Wall’s rise to the top is testament to the importance of making the most of your opportunities.

Liverpool’s glum times roll on

Liverpool slumped to an embarrassing 4-1 Champions League defeat at Anfield by PSV Eindhoven to pile more pressure on Arne Slot

Chelsea runs riot; first loss for Man City

Chelsea striker Liam Delap (right) celebrates scoring his side’s third goal with team-mate Enzo...

Chelsea runs riot; first loss for Man City

Chelsea romped to a dominant 3-0 win at home to 10-man Barcelona in the Champions League yesterday

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Paterson MVP as Southern Utd finish top regional, SI team

Southern United wrapped up their season in fifth place in the National League. PHOTO: GERARD O...

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Paterson MVP as Southern Utd finish top regional, SI team

Southern United’s season has come to a close.

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Coach proud of his team’s achievements

Kris Ridley. File photo: Gregor Richardson

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Coach proud of his team’s achievements

Kris Ridley is pretty proud of what Southern United have been able to achieve.

Eze hat-trick in derby win gives Arsenal commanding lead

Eberechi Eze (centre) celebrates his third goal during Arsenal's win over Spurs at the Emirates...

Eze hat-trick in derby win gives Arsenal commanding lead

Eberechi Eze scored a majestic hat-trick for Arsenal as they trounced north London rivals Tottenham Hotspur 4-1 to open up a commanding six-point lead at the top of the Premier League this morning.

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Tough finish for Southern Utd

Raegan Potter controls the ball for Southern United under the pressure of Western Springs player...

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Tough finish for Southern Utd

Lauren Paterson deserves her flowers.

Scotland fans shook the earth

The crowd erupted when Scotland's Kenny McLean scored against Demark. PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES

Scotland fans shook the earth

It was not only Hampden Park that was shaking when Scotland scored twice in stoppage time against Denmark to book their place at the World Cup for the first time since 1998.

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