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'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.

'Ticket is not ready yet': Fifa says don't panic over ticketing message

Fifa says tonight’s Women’s World Cup opener will continue as scheduled.

‘Everyone expects us to win’: Why England tries to live in the now

New York Times: Players and coach say it takes a lot to shake a champion.

Downtown Auckland shooting: What unfolded during morning of chaos

The country's largest city woke up to shocking news this morning.

Auckland CBD gunman was on home detention for domestic violence

Gunman, who has been named, was on home detention, allowed to travel to site of shooting.

Meet the Whanganui locals working at the Women's World Cup

"This is one of the coolest positions that I’ll ever have."

Welcome Orange Lionesses: How Bay Oval transformed to host World Cup team

'We want them to be able to train on the best facility possible,' the groundskeeper says.

Reasons for hope and fear ahead of Football Ferns' World Cup opener

Michael Burgess runs through the big talking points for NZ's clash against Norway.

Where to score the best eats in NZ's World Cup host cities

Visiting Down Under for the FIFA Women's World Cup? Here's what to eat

An inspiration for women in sport leadership

Paula Hansen reflects on her roots as the world cup approaches.

Football Ferns co-captain opens up on the injury that almost ended her career

Her doctor had devastating words for her: 'I’m not sure if you’ll play football again'.

A dummy's guide to the Fifa Women's World Cup

What you need to know about the biggest women's sports event in the world.

Around the world with the Women's World Cup teams

Star players from around the world give top tips for tourism in their home countries.

Letters: Ferries and rail travel, Fifa tickets, tax and party slogans

Opinion: Letters on Matariki and beach hoons, premium debate on if inflation is easing.