FootballIran women footballers evacuate from safe house in AustraliaSeven Iranian women sought asylum in Australia after refusing to sing the anthem.11 Mar 05:36 PM
Football World Cup'Under no circumstances': Iran to boycott Fifa World CupIran are due to face the All Whites in Los Angeles on June 16.11 Mar 05:08 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHow Iran’s footballers became pawns in diplomatic showdownOPINION: Donald Trump has hinted he could offer US asylum to Iran's World Cup squad.11 Mar 12:45 AM
Football World CupIran hints men will skip World Cup after women players defectFive Iran players, including captain Zahra Ghanbari, have sought asylum.10 Mar 06:33 PM
English Premier LeagueFamed sporting trophy to visit New Zealand for the first time Fans will get to see the Premier League trophy in Auckland on March 22.10 Mar 06:00 PM
WorldAustralia grants asylum to Iran women footballersFive Iran players fled their Gold Coast hotel to seek asylum overnight.09 Mar 05:28 PM
FootballAll White scores winner as third tier strugglers shock in FA CupAll White Ben Waine’s header put Port Vale into their first quarters since 1954.08 Mar 06:16 PM
Auckland FCAuckland FC extend unbeaten run after come-from-behind drawAuckland FC have blown a chance to close the gap on the table-topping Jets.08 Mar 04:34 AM
CrimeFootball fan ploy fails after motorcyclist flees police at 110km/hThe 32-year-old was arrested at Huapai Domain trying to hide among football spectators.02 Mar 11:55 PM
FootballNew football concussion rules hailed as world first for player safetyProfessor Patria Hume says the move prioritises long‑term brain health over results.02 Mar 06:30 AM
FootballArsenal corner Chelsea into submission, Man Utd climb to thirdArsenal’s 16th goal from a corner this season equalled the Premier League record.01 Mar 07:16 PM
All WhitesFifa monitoring Iran situation as All Whites World Cup opener at riskIran are scheduled to face the All Whites in Los Angeles on June 16.01 Mar 06:19 PM
Auckland FCAuckland FC put three past defending A-League champions in dominant displayThe win did come at a cost, with captain Hiroki Sakai leaving the field due to an injury.28 Feb 06:08 AM
Wellington PhoenixPlayers learned of Italiano exit from mum after 5-0 derby thrashingInterim coach Chris Greenacre now leads a side with two points from its last five games.27 Feb 07:04 AM
Football FernsFootball Ferns crush Samoa 8-0 in World Cup qualifying openerKelli Brown scored a first-half hat-trick in her breakout Ferns performance.27 Feb 05:49 AM
PremiumPremiumAll WhitesChris Wood return date boosts All Whites hopes for World Cup pushWood hasn’t played since mid-October last year, due to a knee problem. 26 Feb 06:30 PM
Wellington PhoenixGreenacre wants to restore Phoenix pride after Auckland drubbingChris Greenacre, 48, steps in as Phoenix interim coach for the fourth time.26 Feb 03:24 AM
Wellington PhoenixFans donate $135k in a day so Phoenix star can have knee surgeryPlayer will travel to Doha for surgery at Aspetar hospital, where she was treated in 2021.25 Feb 04:20 AM
Auckland FCAuckland FC back 50 girls with new programme to grow women’s footballThe project’s name marks the 50 years when women were banned from football in NZ.25 Feb 04:10 AM
FootballNearly an own gull! CPR performed on bird at Turkey football matchVideo shows a player rushing from midfield to treat the gull before medics arrived.24 Feb 08:53 PM
All WhitesBoycotts and big questions: What you need to know about the 2026 FIFA World CupCalls to boycott centre on US immigration crackdowns and border abuses.24 Feb 04:01 PM
Wellington PhoenixWellington Phoenix star turns to Givealittle to fund $135k knee surgeryShe wants surgery at Qatar's Aspetar hospital after a second serious ACL tear.24 Feb 03:29 AM
Auckland FCPrisoners earn coaching badges as Auckland FC-backed scheme kicks offThe programme gives prisoners a recognised football coaching certificate.24 Feb 03:08 AM
Wellington PhoenixPhoenix icon takes charge as A-League club move swiftly to replace ItalianoAn assistant coach has also departed the club.23 Feb 12:00 AM
Auckland FCNext man in line: Greenacre set for another Phoenix rescue jobGiancarlo Italiano quit after a heavy derby loss to Auckland FC left the club reeling.22 Feb 11:05 PM
English Premier LeaguePremier League: Arsenal soar as Man City chase in title raceViktor Gyokeres delivered his best Arsenal display to reach 10 league goals.22 Feb 09:49 PM
OpinionJason PineJason Pine: Coach quitting might be shot in arm Phoenix neededOPINION: In many ways, Giancarlo Italiano's departure felt inevitable.21 Feb 11:00 PM
Auckland FCAuckland FC hand Phoenix worst home defeat after goalie's howlerThe 5-0 scoreline was the Wellington Phoenix's heaviest home defeat.21 Feb 08:17 AM
Wellington PhoenixWellington Phoenix coach sensationally quits after record loss to Auckland FCThe Phoenix now sit ninth with five wins, five draws and seven losses.21 Feb 07:10 AM
Auckland FCI played football in a prison with 16 inmates - here's what happenedNathan Limm visited Auckland South Corrections Facility to play football with prisoners.20 Feb 04:01 AM
Football FernsInjury blow: Wall ruled out of World Cup qualifiers and A-League run-inLara Wall tore her left calf in Wellington Phoenix's 2-1 loss on Sunday.19 Feb 05:35 AM
All WhitesAll Whites star blow deepens Phoenix woes before Auckland FC clashSingh's absence means he will likely miss the All Whites games against Finland and Chile.19 Feb 04:16 AM
Auckland FCLate own goal sees Auckland FC steal a point against SydneyIn a game of plenty of chances but few goals, Auckland FC earned a fortuitous point. 17 Feb 10:00 AM
FootballAuckland mayor eyes deal to bring Argentina's football giants to Eden ParkHe hopes to bring clubs like Boca Juniors or River Plate to face Auckland FC.16 Feb 03:00 AM