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<i>Chris Rattue:</i> Tragedy marks World Cup's opening day

The death of Nelson Mandela's great granddaughter "robbed South Africa of what was intended as a day of pure joy".

Soccer: Slovakia have the look of Slovenia, say All Whites

Top 10 reasons to be optimistic about the All Whites

The NZ Herald finds 10 genuine reasons to believe the All Whites might find success in South Africa.

Soccer: Long-shots hoping to hit the net

Soccer: Double act Cup threat

Olympics: Hosts smiling - at last

Canada's crushing ice hockey victory over the Russians has given the host country something to smile about, after a frustrating first week.

Soccer: All Whites to play Mexico

Soccer: First it's Slovakia, then the champs

The All Whites have landed a date with defending champions Italy at next year's World Cup finals in South Africa.

Tension mounts ahead of Cup draw