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Coastal facing massive challenge in first Chatham Cup semi

Coastal Spirit’s Matt Bergin beats a pair of Christchurch United defenders during his team’s 1-0...

Coastal facing massive challenge in first Chatham Cup semi

The biggest game in Coastal Spirit’s history will take place on Sunday when they host Wellington Olympic in their Chatham Cup semi-final.

Treble dreams on the line for Coastal’s first trip north

Apisai Rabuka shows a turn of speed during Coastal Spirit’s 2-0 win over Nomads. PHOTO: JIM WATTS...

Treble dreams on the line for Coastal’s first trip north

Coastal Spirit’s unbeaten record – and their hopes of completing a treble – will be on the line in their Chatham Cup quarter-final clash with Hibiscus Coast on Saturday.

Football Ferns' Olympic spying scandal

A drone was flown over a Football Ferns training session in France. File photo: Getty

Football Ferns' Olympic spying scandal

An Olympic spying scandal has erupted after Canada were caught flying a drone over a Football Ferns training session in France.

Cashmere Technical regroup after first league defeat

Cashmere Tech’s Jack Hallahan tries to find some space. PHOTO: JIM WATTS PHOTOGRAPHY

Cashmere Technical regroup after first league defeat

After their first league defeat of the season, Cashmere Technical are regrouping ahead of their clash with Selwyn United on Saturday.

Late Spain strike sinks England in Euro final

Spanish players celebrate their victory over England. Photo: Reuters

Late Spain strike sinks England in Euro final

Substitute Mikel Oyarzabal scored four minutes from time to give Spain a deserved 2-1 Euro 2024 final victory over England and a record fourth European crown.

Spain strike late to sink England in Euro final

Substitute Mikel Oyarzabal scored four minutes from time to give Spain a deserved 2-1 Euro 2024 final victory over England and a record fourth European crown.

Coastal face stern test against league leaders

Coastal Spirit striker Alex Steinwascher weighs up his options against Ferrymead Bays. PHOTO: JIM...

Coastal face stern test against league leaders

Having made club history already this season, Coastal Spirit are eyeing the top of the Southern League as they continue their unbeaten campaign.

Good luck England - but less drama please, says King

England's Harry Kane celebrates with Ollie Watkins after winning the match. Photo: Reuters

Good luck England - but less drama please, says King

King Charles has congratulated England for their last-gasp 2-1 victory over Netherlands in the Euro 2024 semi-final - but hopes there'll be less drama in the final.

International glory beckons for rising star

Christchurch United defender Rico Pradhan is set to make his New Zealand debut at the Oceania...

International glory beckons for Christchurch United's rising star

Rico Pradhan looks set to make his international age grade debut at the Oceania Football Confederation Under-19 Championship.

Ferrymead Bays wary of FC Nelson

Nikolas Fairley on the ball for Ferrymead Bays during their English Cup quarter-final loss to...

Ferrymead Bays wary of FC Nelson

Ferrymead Bays will brave the unknown in their Chatham Cup third-round away clash with FC Nelson on Sunday.

United's Ten Hag set to stay at Old Trafford

Manchester United's Erik ten Hag celebrates with the trophy after winning the FA Cup this year. ...

United's Ten Hag set to stay at Old Trafford

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag will reportedly remain in the job for next season and may extend his contract despite the team's lowest ever Premier League finish.

Ferns head coach to miss matches over 'employment matter'

Jitka Klimková has been in charge of the Football Ferns since 2021. Photo: Getty Images

Ferns head coach to miss matches over 'employment matter'

Football Ferns head coach Jitka Klimková will miss the upcoming June international friendlies due to what NZ Football has described as an 'employment matter'.

Teens seal stunning Cup win for Man United

Alejandro Garnacho scores Manchester United's first goal. Photo: Reuters

Teens seal stunning Cup win for Man United

Manchester United saved their best performance of a mediocre season to the very end, upsetting Manchester City 2-1 in the FA Cup final.

Cashmere squad steps up without star striker

Cashmere Tech striker Garbhan Coughlan is out of action for two months – the Irishman is...

Cashmere Technical squad steps up without star striker

Cashmere Technical have so far withstood every challenge and remain unbeaten at the top of the league ahead of Saturday’s tough game against Ferrymead Bays.

Phoenix' run ends with loss in semi-final

Victory players celebrate their win over the Phoenix at Sky Stadium in Wellington. Photo: Getty

Phoenix' run ends with loss in semi-final

The Wellington Phoenix's A-League season has come to an end with an extra time 2-1 loss to Melbourne Victory in their semi-final second leg game in Wellington.

All White Clayton Lewis arrested over betting scandal

Clayton Lewis is one of three players arrested. Photo: Getty Images

All White Clayton Lewis arrested over betting scandal

All White Clayton Lewis is one of three A-League players arrested over their alleged involvement in a betting scandal involving deliberate yellow cards.

Clash of the cellar dwellers a must-win

FC Twenty 11 goalkeeper and captain Harri Rowe said it has been a challenging season so far....

Clash between Southern League cellar dwellers a must-win to avoid relegation

A relegation dogfight beckons for FC Twenty 11 and Universities on Saturday as both teams battle to stay in the Southern League.

Goalkeeper's TikTok videos a big hit

Christchurch goalkeeper's TikTok videos a big hit

Halswell United premiership goalkeeper Harry Eastwick, 18, is making a name for himself online by posting highlights from his games which he films on a GoPro.