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Women in football fail to score top jobs off the pitch

FT: Female tournaments are generating record interest but the sport is still run by men.

The swift transformation of Ferns striker

Jacqui Hand is talented but her ascension is also a reward for persistence and dedication.

Jump in Women's World Cup 2023 sales - but some corporate boxes empty

The hospitality pricing is higher than the Women's Rugby World Cup.

Revealed: Fifa's radical plans if weather turns ugly during World Cup in NZ

The only previous Women’s World Cup to be staged in winter was in China in 1991.

Editorial: World Cup off to a crowd-pleasing start

OPINION: New Zealand's win was a tonic and Kiwis are getting into the tournament.

Goals, gaffes and Gianni - our first XI of World Cup talking points so far

The decision to use Fifa’s global feed for the Ferns' tournament opener was perplexing.

Football Ferns captain Ali Riley goes viral as 'straight, gay icon'

TikTokkers have picked up on Riley's unique way to protest against Fifa edict.

Sweden topple South Africa with last-minute goal

Live updates of the Fifa Women’s World Cup clash between Sweden and South Africa.

'Really special': How Football Ferns striker celebrated making World Cup history

Wilkinson couldn’t get to sleep until 3am as her mind struggled to process what happened.

Fifa Women’s World Cup: The curse stalking women’s football

New York Times: World Cup missing some of the biggest stars due to a knee injury epidemic.

Football Ferns mania hits Hawke’s Bay as women’s game on the up

The buzz around the Ferns' World Cup campaign could lead to benefits for the regions.

'So proud of Hannah': Family of Football Ferns striker elated over historic goal

It was a 'goal for the eons' Whangārei Football Ferns striker Hannah Wilkinson's dad says.

15yo Kiwi chosen for starring World Cup role

"Dream come true": Football-mad Alyssa Chand had a starring role in last night's match.

'It meant so much': Ferns savour historic victory

The Football Ferns didn’t just cope with the occasion, they revelled in it

Worlds apart: Football World Cup’s expansion brings the games of a lifetime

New York Times: Vietnam's world cup presence highlights the growth of women's football.

Fifa Women’s World Cup opening game to go ahead, Fan Festival to remain shut

It follows this morning's fatal shooting in the Auckland CBD.