Women's Football World CupShootout drama! Australia survive epic against FranceAustralia have advanced to the semifinals of the Women’s World Cup for the first time.12 Aug 10:02 AM
EntertainmentTed Lasso actor spotted at Auckland football fan zoneBrendan Hunt was spotted at the Queen's Wharf fan zone watching the footy.11 Aug 03:24 AM
Football World CupEngland star gets extended ban for stomping on playerEngland midfielder Lauren James has been handed a two-match ban.10 Aug 07:11 PM
PremiumPremiumFootball World CupAll you need to know for Japan-Sweden at Eden ParkAll the details for tonight's quarter-final between Japan and Sweden.10 Aug 07:05 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldTrump cheers the defeat of Megan Rapinoe and the US women’s football teamNew York Times: The former president taunted the team after its defeat on the world stage.08 Aug 01:01 AM
PremiumPremiumFootball World CupAmerican fans persevere with costly trips despite US exitMore than 20,000 Americans booked trips to New Zealand for the event.07 Aug 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumFootball World Cup'Ha-ha at the end': Megan Rapinoe's excruciating World Cup exitNY Times: The US star's world-famous accuracy deserted her at exactly the wrong moment.07 Aug 12:24 AM
Women's Football World CupWorld Cup: Japan take down NorwayJapan scored their 14th goal of the Women’s World Cup and conceded their first.05 Aug 10:14 AM
Women's Football World CupWorld Cup: Classy Spain cruise past SwitzerlandSpain smashed Switzerland in a one-sided round-of-16 clash at Eden Park.05 Aug 07:03 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBruce Cotterill: The world’s watching NZ - and it's not a pretty pictureOPINION: We probably underestimate the extent to which the eyes of the world are on us.04 Aug 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumFootball World Cup'Pressure is a privilege': US block out critics after rocky World Cup startThe World No 1 don't doubt their ability to still go deep into the tournament.04 Aug 04:55 AM
PremiumPremiumWomen's Football World Cup'Short term pain for long term gain': What the Women's World Cup meant to Kiwi football clubsClubs say what it means to host world-class teams and have mega upgrades in the process.04 Aug 04:19 AM
New ZealandWhat a score: Big surprise for Gisborne football womenGisborne is not as far away from the FIFA Women's World Cup as they thought.04 Aug 03:25 AM
PremiumPremiumWomen's Football World CupChris Rattue’s watchlist: The best sport to watch this weekend (ranked)Chris Rattue analyses the best sport to watch this weekend.03 Aug 09:38 PM
PremiumPremiumWomen's Football World CupReport card: Rating performance of Football Ferns coach Jitka KlimkovaThe pain of the team’s exit sharpened on Tuesday, after watching Australia advance.02 Aug 08:01 PM
New Zealand‘Creepy’ sign for Swiss football superstar defendedBanner aimed at Swiss superstar Alisha Lehmann draws flak.02 Aug 06:30 PM
PremiumPremiumWomen's Football World CupPlayer ratings: The best and worst of the Football Ferns at World CupRating the performances of the Kiwi team in the world showpiece.02 Aug 02:01 AM
New ZealandEden Park apologises after 'confusing' false alarm during matchThe alarm went off during the USA-Portgual match and people found exits locked.01 Aug 10:32 PM
PremiumPremiumFootball World CupFive reasons why Football Ferns blew a golden chanceKris Shannon outlines why the Ferns blew a golden chance at the World Cup.31 Jul 06:30 PM
Women's Football World CupZambia end campaign with maiden winBarbra Banda scored the 1,000th goal in tournament history.31 Jul 06:53 AM
Women's Football World CupWorld Cup recap: Japan crush Spain to take top spotAll the action from the Fifa Women’s World Cup 2023 clash between Japan and Spain.31 Jul 06:50 AM
PremiumPremiumWomen's Football World Cup'No words right now': Football Ferns’ exit might top list of home heartbreaksAs the final whistle blew on Sunday, many of the New Zealand players seemed in a daze.31 Jul 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumFootball World Cup'I’m always shocked when I don’t play': US football star Megan Rapinoe is not going quietlyNew York Times: Relegated to a reserve, the outspoken forward said she has plenty left.31 Jul 04:35 AM
PremiumPremiumRugby World CupChris Rattue: Ian Foster is 'a man on top of his game'Victory over Norway covered up a lack of finishing skill from the Football Ferns.31 Jul 03:50 AM
Women's Football World CupFerns’ coach sees bright future despite agonising exitJitka Klimkova believes the foundation is there for the next World Cup.30 Jul 10:03 PM
New ZealandWatch: Focus Morning bulletinGet up to date with all the latest NZ Herald headlines.30 Jul 08:11 PM
New ZealandESPN journalist behind report of Spain’s boredom in Palmerston North speaks out about ‘international incident’ESPN reporter Samuel Marsden says he may have caused an international incident.30 Jul 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumFootball World CupFootball Ferns coach could roll the dice for do-or-die Cup clashFootball Ferns coach Jitka Klimkova could make changes for today’s match.29 Jul 06:50 PM
PremiumPremiumWomen's Football World CupTattoos, tenacity and triumph: The unusual journey of Ferns pioneerMalia Steinmetz has brought a distinctive reminder of home to the Fifa Women's World Cup.29 Jul 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWomen's Football World CupFootball Ferns star reveals marriage plans - and an unusual guestWhen she flew home for the World Cup, she was accompanied by some very precious cargo.29 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandWho'll feast on glory after Football Ferns' deep south decider?World Cup progression - and breakfast - on line in women's football round-robin dual.28 Jul 05:00 PM
Airlines'We are dismayed': Parents of Football Ferns' captain go to war with Air NZThe couple paid $27,000 for business class fares to see their daughter play.28 Jul 07:46 AM
PremiumPremiumFootball World CupThe $5 million match: The massive windfall at stake for the Football FernsThe Football Ferns will be set for a bumper pay day if they beat Switzerland.28 Jul 05:00 AM
Women's Football World CupCo-hosts Australia stunned by NigeriaAustralia must win their final game to control their fate.27 Jul 04:55 PM