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Footballer hid under the bed while his wife and child were kidnapped
He hid under the bed when he heard them break down the door.

Editorial: Auckland loves a winner and its football club is one
OPINON: Manager Steve Corica is now a cult hero in the city.

Watch: How Auckland FC's celebrations ended up at an Irish pub
Coach Steve Corica joined the celebrations, sculling beer from the Premiers Plate.

Five games that won Liverpool the Premier League
A look at five key games in Liverpool's title triumph.

Liverpool smash Tottenham to win EPL title
Liverpool beat Tottenham 5-1 to win their 20th Premier League title.

Premiers Auckland FC finish home campaign with victory
Auckland should have won by more – but it didn't really matter.

Historic debut: Auckland FC win A-League Premier's Plate
They clinched the title after Melbourne City drew 0-0 with Adelaide United.

The numbers behind Auckland FC's record-breaking A-League season
Bonnie Jansen takes a look at the numbers behind Auckland FC's remarkable rise.

'Chiefy' to stay as Wellington Phoenix coach
Giancarlo Italiano has re-committed for another A-League season.

Why Napier City Rovers' next match is critical for National League hopes
Frustration after Napier City Rovers fail to put away Central League strugglers.

Michael Burgess: Forget the maths - Auckland FC have sealed their first trophy
Auckland FC could hoist the Premiers Plate in Auckland on Sunday.

Wood strikes again as Forest close in on Champions League
Chris Wood scored what proved to be the decisive goal after having one ruled out by VAR.

'A different Pope': Messi leads sporting tributes for Pope Francis
Football matches have been postponed as the sporting world mourns Pope Francis.

Leicester relegated as Liverpool close in on EPL title
Liverpool moved to within one win of the title while sealing Leicester City's fate.

'Urgent international co-operation': Crime rings threaten integrity of NZ sport
The Sport Integrity Commission has sought advice from Interpol on organised crime.

Phoenix captain announces retirement just before last game
Annalie Longo bids farewell to Wellington Phoenix with a 1-1 draw in finale.

Phoenix coach departs after second failed A-League women's season
It will be the end of an almost 10-year stint with the club for Paul Temple.

Why Eden Park remains unlikely venue should Auckland FC host A-League grand final
Auckland FC remain favourites for the Premiers Plate with three rounds to play.

Markets with Madison: Business behind Auckland FC
n one season the AFC has grown from an idea to an entertainment empire. This episode takes you inside the organisation that took fandom to another level.

Revealed: The business behind Auckland Football Club
Why a billionaire backed football and fandom in New Zealand's biggest city.

On the Up: Footballer on citizenship and career milestones
Stephen Hoyle's footballing career has gone full circle in New Zealand.