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Football Ferns score four to beat Thailand
The Football Ferns were too good for Thailand in Christchurch.

From unwanted to indispensable: How Football Fern found her place
Fraser is seen as one of the most exciting prospects in the sport, with a rare skillset.

EPL: Chelsea stun rivals with 111th minute winner
Late drama as sides produce seven-goal thriller in English Premier League.

Football international killed in hijacking
South African defender Luke Fleurs died in Johannesburg overnight.

Away trips could be part of long road to footballing glory
After losing first up at home, Napier City Rovers are keen for an away win in Wellington.

Germany withdraw football jerseys because of Nazi symbolism
The number 44 is a no go for Germany shirts.

Food Show postponed due to potential Phoenix grand final
The Wellington men currently sit on top of the table.

Phoenix set for biggest regular season game in club's history
A win next Saturday would put the Phoenix on the verge of the minor premiership.

Rufer stomping incident: Phoenix survive controversial red card in win
Alex Rufer was sent off after a VAR check late in the second half.

Watch: Wood's spectacular finish lifts Forest out of bottom three
Chris Wood has now scored seven goals in his last eight appearances.

How an Ex-Premier League footballer came to coach a team that doesn't exist
Nauru is not yet recognised by Fifa.

Too young to retire: What Kiwi sporting greats do in the afterlife
A unique set of skills learned by elite sports people transfers well into business life.

The best sport to watch this weekend
Chris Rattue ranks the top sporting events to watch over the next few days.

Wrexham FC puts Ryan Reynolds $19m out of pocket
Owning a soccer club is hitting the actor in the wallet.

A-League avoid TV blackout despite broadcaster going bust
This weekend’s matches were at risk of not being seen.

Why football legend George Best's NZ contract was scrapped
Revealed: The contract clause stoush that scuppered George Best's planned stint in NZ.

TV blackout chance as A-Leagues chase missing money
There is now a scramble to find a last-minute broadcast replacement.

Olympic effort needed by Napier City Rovers in season opener
National champions first-up Central League opponents for Napier City Rovers.

Football star released on $1.8m bail
Dani Alves can leave prison if he pays a bail of one million euros.

Theatre of dreams or financial nightmare: What's next for Auckland FC?
Auckland's A-League entry is clouded by the league's financial fumbles.

'Didn't know': David Beckham's candid confession about wife
'I didn’t know who I was marrying or who I was going to be with for the rest of my life.'

NZF decision on Auckland FC sparks outrage in domestic competition
Clubs across the Northern region feel let down by the decision.

Familiar pattern ends in defeat for All Whites
Despite an impressive performance, the NZ side fell to another loss.

All Whites go down in narrow defeat to Egypt
The Kiwis will rue final third inaccuracy in Cairo.

From donuts to dunks: Big plans for Williams Domain
'More use of the domain would potentially discourage antisocial behaviour.'

Revealed: Former All Whites coach lands role with Auckland club
New A-League club Auckland FC has recruited a familiar face for the coaching staff.

Football Ferns and Oly Whites both draw hosts at Olympics
Both New Zealand men and women will play France at the Games in Paris.