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Payne mania: All White's Instagram skyrockets as Argentina fans show him love

A World Cup-bound All Whites footballer's Instagram profile is growing at an incredible rate, following an Argentinian influencer's call to make something of what he called the World Cup's "least...

Iran made to commute to US World Cup games from Mexico

Iran's World Cup squad at a training camp in Turkey. Photo: Reuters

Iran made to commute to US World Cup games from Mexico

Iran's national soccer team will sleep in Mexico and travel to the US on the days of its three World Cup matches after Washington declined to host the squad for the tournament.

West Ham relegated as Spurs survive

West Ham United's Jarrod Bowen hugs Mateus Fernandes after their game against this morning and...

West Ham relegated as Spurs survive

West Ham United were relegated from the Premier League this morning for the first time in 15 years despite a 3-0 home win over Leeds United.

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‘Amazing’: southern link to northern triumph

Auckland FC’s Cameron Howieson holds the A-League Championship trophy aloft after his side beat...

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‘Amazing’: southern link to northern triumph

A Mosgiel lad chose the perfect moment to score his first goal for Auckland FC.

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Another fine Northern showing

Northern continued their fine form in their debut Southern League season with a fourth win in eight matches as they toppled Selwyn 3-1 at the Caledonian Ground.

Champions! Auckland FC claim A-League crown

Auckland FC celebrate becoming A-League champions after their victory over Sydney FC at Go Media...

Champions! Auckland FC claim A-League crown

Auckland FC are A-League champions after their second season in the league ended with the biggest prize in the competition.

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Rediscovering that winning feeling

Arsenal fans celebrate a goal. PHOTOS: REUTERS

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Rediscovering that winning feeling

Arsenal are champions again, and that has put a smile on the face of long-serving fan Mike Houlahan.

Spy scandal: Southampton booted out of playoff final

Middlesbrough's David Strelec in action with Southampton's Caspar Jander and Taylor Harwood...

Spy scandal: Southampton booted out of playoff final

Southampton have been thrown out of the Championship playoff final - the richest game in world football - after being found guilty of spying on semi-final opponents Middlesbrough.

Arsenal win Premier League title

Arsenal fans celebrate outside their home stadium following Manchester City's draw with...

Arsenal win Premier League title

Arsenal ended their 22-year wait to win the Premier League title when they were confirmed as champions following second-placed Manchester City's 1-1 draw at Bournemouth this morning.

West Ham on brink of relegation after loss

West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen reacts after the team's loss to Newcastle United at St James' Park...

West Ham on brink of relegation after loss

West Ham United have slipped perilously close to relegation after a bruising 3-1 Premier League defeat at Newcastle United.

Neil penalty gives Royals derby win

Dunedin City Royals goalkeeper Alex Boomer fends off a corner kick during their clash against...

Neil penalty gives Royals derby win

Dunedin City Royals got a much-needed three points to boost their season — following a run of consecutive losses — beating local rivals Northern 1-0 at Tahuna Park in the Southern League clash.

Man City overcome Chelsea to win FA Cup

Manchester City celebrates winning the FA Cup. Photo: Action Images via Reuters

Man City overcome Chelsea to win FA Cup

Manchester City's Antoine Semenyo produced a moment of magic to win the FA Cup, a 1-0 victory over Chelsea completing an English cup double for Pep Guardiola's side.

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Students tap into NZ coach’s knowledge

Otago Boys’ footballer Finlay Williamson (17) chats with All Whites coach Darren Bazeley at the...

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Students tap into NZ coach’s knowledge

Standing where others have been before, Darren Bazeley offered some wisdom for the next generation.

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Chance to inspire next generation

All White Ben Waine celebrates scoring against Chile in March. Photo by Phil Walter/Getty Images.

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Chance to inspire next generation

The All Whites are aspiring to inspire.

Football Chat: All Whites coach Darren Bazeley

Football Chat: Southern Football CEO Dougal McGowan chats to All Whites coach Darren Bazeley about the upcoming World Cup.

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Unearthing the legend of Sandy Brown

FA Cup winner Sandy Brown spent the last decades of his life living in Granity, on the West Coast...

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Unearthing the legend of Sandy Brown

An FA Cup winner with Tottenham Hotspur 125 years ago, Alexander ‘‘Sandy’’ Brown is buried in Westport. How did the prolific goalscorer come to live in Granity, and how did his cup winner’s medal resurface?

Mixed fortunes for Balclutha teams

Mixed fortunes for Balclutha teams

Andrew Haulage Balclutha men showed thick skin to defeat Thistle FC 2-1 at the Balclutha Showgrounds on Saturday.

Veterans get callup, Wood to captain All Whites

NZ coach Darren Bazeley has included veterans Tommy Smith and Kosta Barbarouses in his FIFA World Cup squad, with Chris Wood to captain the All Whites.

Arsenal beat West Ham in major step toward title

Arsenal's Leandro Trossard celebrates after his late goal against West Ham. Photo: Action Images...

Arsenal beat West Ham in major step toward title

Arsenal cleared the most dangerous remaining obstacle in their path to the Premier League title by the skin of their teeth.

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Uni prevails in feisty encounter

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Uni prevails in feisty encounter

Only three games were played after southern sides drew a handful of byes in the opening round of the Chatham Cup at the weekend.

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