First game looms for South Island United
South Island United step onto the OFC Pro League stage on Saturday against Auckland FC. Sam Coughlan spoke to the people in charge of the club about how their dream became a reality.
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Defender brings big-stage experience to South Island United
Defender brings big-stage experience to South Island United
The experience of playing against some of the world’s best players has Christian Gray, South Island United’s final signing, well placed ahead of the start of the inaugural OFC Pro League next weekend.
South Island United sign Kiwi striker
South Island United sign Kiwi striker
South Island United have boosted their squad for the inaugural OFC Pro League, signing All Whites player Oskar van Hattum.
United’s final hopes fade
United’s final hopes fade
Christchurch United need a miracle in their final three games if they are to reach next month’s National League final.
Football-focused study wins over students
Football-focused study wins over students
“It’s not about what the teachers want, it’s about what the students are asking for.” That is the guiding philosophy behind a one-of-a-kind football institute in Christchurch.
United skipper heads to UK for club trials
Christchurch United skipper heads to UK for club trials
Christchurch United skipper Jago Godden is looking forward to putting his best foot forward in the United Kingdom after playing his last game for the club.
Auckland FC top A-League after win against Adelaide
Auckland FC top A-League after win against Adelaide
Auckland FC have risen to the top of the A-League with a 2-1 home win over Adelaide United at Go Media Stadium.
United-Coastal rivalry shifts to national stage
Christchurch United, Coastal Spirit rivalry on the national stage
Christchurch United and Coastal Spirit will write another chapter in their rivalry when the two clubs meet in the National League at Linfield Park on Saturday.
Pride pick up points as United, Coastal slip
Pride pick up points as United, Coastal slip
The Canterbury United Pride’s form is improving ahead of a clash to keep their Women’s National League hopes alive.
United skipper steps away from football
Christchurch United skipper steps away from football
Christchurch United’s positive start to the National League will have to continue without their retiring captain Travis Graham.
South Island United to play in new pro football league
South Island United to play in new pro football league
Christchurch-based professional football team, South Island United, will play in the new Oceania Pro League which kicks off on January 10.
New squad members boost United and Coastal
New squad members boost United and Coastal
Christchurch United and Coastal Spirit have bolstered their squads ahead of this weekend’s opening round of National League games.
Hundreds of millions bet on NZ amateur football league
Hundreds of millions bet on NZ amateur football league
New Zealand's national football league has become a magnet for offshore betting, raising alarm bells for sport integrity experts.
Halswell face daunting trip after first-leg win
Halswell United face daunting away game after first-leg win
Halswell United have landed a major blow to opponents FC Nelson in their quest for promotion to the Southern League.
Cup heroics a bittersweet finish
Cup heroics a bittersweet finish
Scoring a hat-trick in the English Cup final was a special way to cap off a tough season for Cashmere Technical’s Lyle Matthysen.
Cashmere Technical clean up the cups
Cashmere Technical clean up the cups
Cashmere Technical won Canterbury's top men’s and women’s premier cup competitions in Christchurch on Sunday.
Pro league, national qualification beckon for Chch Utd
Pro league, national qualification beckon for Chch Utd
Christchurch United are aiming to cap off their successful week with qualification for the National League.
Nomads United eye English Cup glory
Nomads United eye English Cup glory
One of Christchurch's most historic football clubs will finally get another crack at the English Cup in the final on Sunday.
United included in pro football league
Christchurch United included in pro football league
Christchurch United have become the South Island’s first professional football club, beating out the Wellington Phoenix for a place in the upcoming Oceania Pro League.
All to play for in final Southern League round
All to play for in final Southern League round
One more win is all Coastal Spirit and Cashmere Technical need to confirm their places in the Southern League title race and secure National League qualification ahead of Sunday’s final round.