Meet the English coach trying to stop star striker Wood with Samoa
Chris Wood has scored eight goals in 11 Premier League games this season, bullying some of the best defenders around. Back in New Zealand, the task...
Canada women's head coach Priestman leaves role after drone spying scandal
Priestman is banned by Fifa after alleged use of drone
Head coach was removed from Olympic Games in Paris
The departure of the Canada women's...
Portsmouth 1-1 United Women - report
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Portsmouth Women Vs. Sheffield United Women - Sun, Nov 10th 2024, 14:00
United Women came home with a point after a game of two halves...
Watch: The bizarre moment an A-League football match is stopped as the captain's own DOG invades the pitch
The home side had gone down 1-0 in the first 11 minutes of the match, with Michelle Heyman striking her 100th goal for the club to give United the...
‘Who let the dogs out?': Captain's very good boy stops A-League clash with pitch invasion
Wellington Phoenix skipper Annalie Longo's dog makes surprise cameo
Game disrupted as ‘Tiger' runs rings around players from both sides
Wellington...
Canada's Olympic drone spying scandal a symptom of an ‘unacceptable culture'
Independent investigation's report sent to Canada Soccer
Governing body promises ‘decisive action' inside a week
The drone spying scandal that...
Coaches should tell kids ‘you don’t have to be like Haaland, you can be like Chris Wood’ after stunning October spell
CHRIS WOOD'S career revival should help inspire every kid, every non-league hopeful, across the country.
He has proved that, at the age of 32,...
Seven Minnesota United Players Called Up for International Duty
Minnesota United has seven players who have been called up to represent their respective countries during the FIFA International Window in...
Peter Wright, 54, makes major change to his THROW for Grand Slam of Darts and reveals family event ‘helped spur me on’
PETER WRIGHT is trying a change of THROW at the Grand Slam.
The double world champion has suffered a year of huge inconsistency as he bids to get...
England to meet world champions Spain in the UEFA Women’s Nations League
FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 finalists England and Spain will meet
The post England to meet world champions Spain in the...
Forgotten Ireland star returns as Heimir Hallgrimsson names squad for Nations League clashes against Finland and England
SHANE DUFFY has been recalled to the Republic of Ireland squad for their UEFA Nations League games against Finland and England.
Duffy, 32, last...
Des Buckingham left hometown Oxford United for a global coaching odyssey. Now he's back making history
Buckingham embarked on a nomadic career in New Zealand, Australia and India. He tells Lawrence Ostlere how those experiences helped him restore...
Rewarding Reading teen with captaincy 'the right thing to do' says Ruben Selles
Reading boss Ruben Selles has praised defender Tyler Bindon's character and mentality after giving the teenager the captaincy for Saturday's win...
Arsenal's Mikel Arteta embraces inspirational All Blacks' mentality
Arsenal boss pays tribute to New Zealand outfit on visit to training ground in advance of England Test encounter
Ben Foster shares why Steve Clarke sold Chris Wood at West Brom
Ben Foster has revealed that Steve Clarke sold Chris Wood at West Brom because he was “too big” and “too slow”. The New Zealand...
Crystal Palace 1-0 Tottenham: player ratings to the theme of terrible birds
Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty ImagesI'm like a bird, I'll only fly away - much like Spurs' away form Another week, another set of dropped points in...
Top jockey ruthlessly sacked by football agent Kia Joorabchian joins exodus to New Zealand
Kevin Stott, who was flying high in the first first half of last year as first jockey to the powerful Amo Racing team, has had a disappointing 2024...
Chris Wood now Dream Team’s most in-form striker having banked 35 points in last three outings
THE resurgence of Chris Wood over the last year has been one of the Premier League’s most surprising narratives.
After hitting double figures in...
Fan Focus: Oxford fan Simon is predicting a score draw between the U's and Sunderland
Photo by Bradley Collyer/PA Images via Getty ImagesWe spoke to Oxford fan Simon from The Fence End Podcast to find out how they're adapting to life...
Match Preview: Sunderland v Oxford United - all you need to know ahead of kick-off!
Photo by Clive Mason/Getty ImagesAfter two impressive home wins we return to the Stadium of Light three points clear at the top of the table -...
Ecuador and USA into last eight at FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
Ecuador and USA reached the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup quarter-finals, while Nigeria and Spain made it three wins from three. Group A – Nigeria...
Wings sign forward Josh Redfearn
Welling United are delighted to confirm the arrival of forward Joshua Redfearn. The 23-year-old striker has been forging a career in New Zealand,...
The Hoddle of Coffee: Tottenham Hotspur news and links for Tuesday, October 22
Photo by Scott Heavey/Getty ImagesI'm a New Zealander in New York doesn't have quite the same ring to it Hello again! It's your favorite resident...
Chris Wood earns Forest narrow victory thanks to Dean Henderson's blunder
Chris Wood is keeping some good company these days. His strike midway through the second half, which brought Nottingham Forest their first home win...
talkSPORT betting tips – Best football bets and expert advice for Monday 21 October
There is plenty of top-flight action to take in across Europe on Monday, including an intriguing Premier League clash between Nottingham Forest and...
Nigeria and Spain into FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup quarter-finals
Nigeria and Spain both secured quarter-final places at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup with a game to spare. Group A – Nigeria 4-0 Ecuador,...
Thomas Tuchel's arrival highlights English football's failure to produce top managers | Jonathan Wilson
Junior-level success cannot mask the fact that the Premier League stifles the development of home-grown coaches
The good news for the battered...
Former Celtic star, 36, who won two league titles finds new club in SEVENTH TIER
IT’S been more than a decade since he left Celtic.
But at the age of 36, this former Parkhead hero is still going strong.
PA:Press...
Spain beat USA at FIFA Women’s U-17 World Cup
The opening day at the FIFA Women’s U-17 World Cup in the Dominican Republic featured a 3-1 win for Spain over the United States. Group A –...
U-17 WWC: Flamingos Striker Downplays Threat of Opponents
Nigeria’s U-17 Women’s National Team striker, Harmony Chidi, has dismissed the perceived threat posed by their group opponents ahead of the FIFA...
New Zealand press give verdict on Marko Stamenic's display for his country in 4-0 win
He was in fine form! 💪
2024 USMNT Friendly: Scouting Mexico
Photo by Carl Recine/Getty ImagesThe rivalry is renewed. The United States Men’s National Team opened the international window with a 2-0 victory...
Antonee Robinson is enjoying a season to remain for Fulham, but there is one quality changing the face of the USMNT
Antonee Robinson has established himself as one of the best full-backs in the Premier League.
The USMNT star, 27, enjoyed a standout season with...
‘Yet again’: How Nottingham Forest’s Chris Wood got on as New Zealand played Tahiti
Another solid showing for Wood! 🤩
FIFA World Cup qualifier: All Whites defeat Tahiti
It took New Zealand just 90 seconds to score with Elijah Just grabbing the opener.
International Preview | A trio of Royals representing their nation
Royals around the world
Thie First Team may have a weekend off from League One action in Berkshire, but a trio of our players will be jet-setting...
All Whites chase richest prize in New Zealand sporting history, as Fifa World Cup qualifying gets under way
The financial impact of being part of the 2026 extravaganza can't be ignored.
Transfer notebook: Liverpool star puts himself in shop window, former Chelsea man linked with Premier League return, ex-West Ham boss back to English football?
Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher will use Alisson's lay-off to put himself in the shop window.
Kelleher is likely to get a run of games with...
Cheltenham Town vs Reading: Match Preview
Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty ImagesCan the Royals' youngsters progress in the EFL Trophy or will it be a victory for the Robins? Tuesday night takes...
Hampstead & Westminster 4-1 Holcombe Women
Holcombe fell to 4-1 defeat away to Hampstead & Westminster as Nick Bandurak’s side suffered their first Premier Division defeat of the season. The...
Lasses Match Report: Sunderland Women come away with a point against Charlton in a 3-3 thriller!
Kacey Taylor PhotographyThe lasses made it three games undefeated as they drew away against Charlton Athletic at The Valley Following a league win...
Axed SPFL coach lands new job in CHINA two weeks after being sacked and enters into vast football network
STEVEN NAISMITH became the second casualty of the SPFL Premiership season when he was sacked last month.
Hearts sacked the gaffer after a sorry...
Chelsea confirm appointment of Glenn van der Kraan as Academy technical director
Photo by ANP via Getty ImagesNew leadership Three months after it was first reported, Chelsea have now officially confirmed the appointment of...
Sir Jim Ratcliffe takes mind off Manchester United by celebrating trophy win
Sir Jim Ratcliffe took a brief respite from Manchester United duties to celebrate INEOS Britannia's Louis Vuitton Cup victory in sailing.
It means...
Watson makes temporary switch to hanley town
Striker joins local non-league side on work experience
18-year-old to spend next few months across the city
It’s the New Zealander’s second spell...
The unknown Kiwi aiming to follow in Roy Keane's footsteps by going from the FAI Cup to the World Cup
Alex Greive is hoping to fire Bohs to FAI Cup glory and then New Zealand to the 2028 FIFA World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico.
Plymouth Argyle striker Ben Waine 'buzzing' to open Mansfield Town account
The New Zealand international was on target as Mansfield moved up to third in League One with a 2-0 win at Crawley
Female kids' football coach is allegedly knocked out by player's father who is accused of attacking her from behind
Police said to the New Zealand Herald that they are investigating the incident and are making enquiries after the Ellerslie FC coach was left...
Bowdon 0-1 Holcombe
Holcombe made it two wins from two upon their return to the Premier Division with a 1-0 win at Bowdon on Saturday. New Zealander Olivia Shannon...
USMNT falls in latest CONCACAF Power Rankings index ahead of Mauricio Pochettino's first window with program
After a loss to Canada and a draw vs New Zealand in the Sept. international window, the USMNT have fallen one spot in the latest concacaf rankings.
Nottingham Forest 0-1 Fulham
Fulham held on to earn an impressive victory away at Nottingham Forest.
Raúl Jiménez scored from the penalty spot in the 51st minute after Andreas...
Sheffield United Women sign New Zealand international striker
Sheffield United have signed New Zealand international forward Jacqui Hand after a spell with Lewes last season. Hand has 27 caps for her country,...
Hand joins the Blades
Sheffield United is delighted to confirm the signing of international striker Jacqui Hand after a spell with Lewes last season.
The New Zealand...
The Saturday quiz
From Anxiety, Ennui and Envy to ‘bullet time', test your knowledge with the Saturday quiz
1 What was the first spacecraft to fly beyond Mars?2...
McKenna: Keeper Gray Growing Into the Group
Blues boss Kieran McKenna says young keeper Henry Gray is developing well and growing into the first-team group, the New Zealand U20 international...
Holcombe 2-1 Wimbledon
Holcombe began their return to the Premier Division with a 2-1 win over Wimbledon at Holcombe Park courtesy of fourth-quarter goals from debutant...
Minnesota United sign Michael Boxall to contract extension
TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension
Minnesota United FC have signed center back Michael Boxall to a contract extension through 2025 with an option...
Minnesota United Signs Veteran Defender Michael Boxall to New Contract
The club has signed veteran, New Zealand international defender Michael Boxall to a new contract for 2025, with a club option for 2026.
Al Ain FC beat Auckland City to advance
Al Ain: United Arab Emirates' Al Ain secured a 6-2 win over Auckland City of New Zealand in their FIFA Intercontinental Cup African-Asian-Pacific...
Durham sign New Zealand international Michaela Foster
Durham have signed New Zealand international defender Michaela Foster after two years with A-League side Wellington Phoenix. The 25-year-old has...
Durham sign New Zealand international defender Foster
Durham have completed the signing of New Zealand international defender Michaela Foster. WSL Full-Time were
The post Durham sign New Zealand...
USMNT drops to 18th in FIFA world rankings
Photo by Joe Robbins/ISI Photos/Getty ImagesAnother bleak window leads to a 2-spot drop. The United States Men’s National Team had another window...
I was a paramedic before falling into football while backpacking – now I’m about to face ex-Chelsea star Hernan Crespo
ALBERT RIERA left his job as a paramedic in Catalonia to go travelling for a year in New Zealand.
While most twenty-somethings who leave Europe for...
Why does EA FC 25 New Zealand trick not work on PlayStation? How to access game a day early
EA FC 25’s early access release is this weekend but for some gamers, a week’s headstart is not long enough to start their Ultimate Teams.
The...
Mauricio Pochettino left in no doubt after being handed ‘difficult’ mission by USA bosses targeting World Cup success in 2026
New USA men’s coach Mauricio Pochettino has been challenged to reach the World Cup quarter-finals on home soil in 2026.
The 52-year-old inherited a...
USMNT star Christian Pulisic breaks silence on the arrival of Mauricio Pochettino as HC
The AC Milan player Christian Pulisic offered a thoughtful reflection on Mauricio Pochettino's arrival at USMNT.
The U.S. Men’s National Soccer...
New Zealand vs Libya Highlights | Futsal World Cup
New Zealand vs Libya Highlights | Futsal World Cup#FutsalWC #NewZealand #Libya
Darts star Luke Littler in subtle outfit change that has gone unnoticed for two months
LUKE LITTLER is wearing a new shirt – but the change has gone unnoticed for TWO MONTHS.
The Warrington teenager burst on to the at the PDC World...
Sergio's Grab Bag: Take Two
Photo by Valerio Pennicino - UEFA/UEFA via Getty ImagesWe talk about the restart of the season, new formats and what should we expect from this...
How to watch today's Japan Women U20 vs Nigeria Women U20 game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time
Where to watch the U20 Women's World Cup match online between Japan and New Zealand, including live streams, TV channels, kick-off time and more.
Javier Aguirre needs time, Santi Gimenez's struggles, and surprisingly low El Tri crowds -- Five things learned from Mexico's September friendlies against New Zealand and Canada
Mexico showed some promise in Javier Aguirre, but things remain a work in progress
‘It feels pretty low right now’ – Pulisic admits USA need new era under Pochettino
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan winger Christian Pulisic has admitted that it was time for the United States national team to ‘turn the page’, and he is...
Mauricio Pochettino is now the USMNT coach: Now what?
Mauricio Pochettino was named the new USMNT coach before the United States gave yet another poor performance in a 1-1 draw with New Zealand, what...
Alexa Melton poses with Christian Pulisic pitchside after seeing USMNT star bring up 31 international goals - while wearing brilliant 'explicit content' custom shirt paying tribute to boyfriend
Alexa Melton paid tribute to boyfriend Christian Pulisic after he scored his 31st international goal for the USMNT against New Zealand.
Mauricio Pochettino: £4.6m head coach told to improve USA’s mentality
Christian Pulisic says the former Chelsea and Tottenham manager needs to help the team ‘pick it up a level’ for home World Cup in 2026 after a 1-1...
Watch: Pulisic scores for USA against New Zealand with precision strike
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan winger Christian Pulisic got a goal for the United States on international duty, putting them into the lead against New...
United States 1-1 New Zealand: Waine leveller leaves Pochettino plenty to ponder
Ben Waine’s late goal earned New Zealand a 1-1 draw with the United States, who ended the night on a low after the confirmation of Mauricio...
International round-up: summing up the action from the rest of the break
Photo by Han Myung-Gu/Getty ImagesN Z L! N Z L! N Z L! I hate international football.
Especially when the powers-that-be make up a competition to...
Pochettino appointed new head coach of US Men's National Team
Photo by John Dorton/ISI Photos/USSF/Getty ImagesCongrats, Poch! The US Soccer Federation have confirmed at long last the appointment of Mauricio...
Ben Waine scores New Zealand equaliser in draw with United States
The Plymouth Argyle striker will now return to the UK to continue his loan spell at League One outfit Mansfield Town
Pochettino warned ‘there’s a lot of things that need to change’ by ex-Chelsea star after he’s named USA manager
FORMER Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino has been confirmed as the new USA manager.
But he’s been warned “there’s a lot of things that need to...