Soccer: Cup of life, from sombre to Samba
On the surface, a book for anorak wearing trainspotters, but actually more than that. Much more.
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All Whites ‘keeper Glen Moss on the team’s last-gasp loss to Australia and the worrying injury to Tim Brown.
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Soccer: Aussie media praise All Whites, slam tackles
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Soccer: History suggests All Whites are in with a shout
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<i>Harry Ngata:</i> Keys to beating the Aussies
Former All White Harry Ngata outlines what the All Whites need to do to stun the Aussies in Melbourne tonight.
Soccer: Nelsen may play out career at Phoenix
Ryan Nelsen sporting Wellington Phoenix colours in the twilight of his soccer career is not beyond the realms of possibility.
Soccer: Playing the numbers in the game
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All Whites confident security up to scratch
The All Whites remain unconcerned with safety despite an alleged al-Qaeda threat against World Cup players.
Soccer: A-Z of the 2010 World Cup
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Road to South Africa: Q & A with '82 coach John Adshead
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