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Travis Graham playing for Christchurch United earlier this year. PHOTO: LIAM HIGGINS

Christchurch United skipper steps away from football

Christchurch United’s positive start to the National League will have to continue without their retiring captain Travis Graham.

South Island United to play in new pro football league

Christchurch United will enter the OFC Pro League next year as South Island United. Photo: Jim...

South Island United to play in new pro football league

Christchurch-based professional football team, South Island United, will play in the new Oceania Pro League which kicks off on January 10.

New squad members boost United and Coastal

Christchurch United and Coastal Spirit have bolstered their squads ahead of this weekend’s opening round of National League games.

Hundreds of millions bet on NZ amateur football league

Hundreds of millions bet on NZ amateur football league

New Zealand's national football league has become a magnet for offshore betting, raising alarm bells for sport integrity experts.

Halswell face daunting trip after first-leg win

Halswell United striker Dan Ede drives at the FC Nelson defence during his side’s 3-1 win in the...

Halswell United face daunting away game after first-leg win

Halswell United have landed a major blow to opponents FC Nelson in their quest for promotion to the Southern League.

Cup heroics a bittersweet finish

Lyle Matthysen celebrates one of his three goals in the English Cup final last Sunday. PHOTO:...

Cup heroics a bittersweet finish

Scoring a hat-trick in the English Cup final was a special way to cap off a tough season for Cashmere Technical’s Lyle Matthysen.

Cashmere Technical clean up the cups

Cashmere Technical won Canterbury's top men’s and women’s premier cup competitions in Christchurch on Sunday.

Pro league, national qualification beckon for Chch Utd

Photo: Christchurch United Football Club

Pro league, national qualification beckon for Chch Utd

Christchurch United are aiming to cap off their successful week with qualification for the National League.

Nomads United eye English Cup glory

Nomads defender Daniel Metherell on the ball during their clash with Christchurch United. PHOTO:...

Nomads United eye English Cup glory

One of Christchurch's most historic football clubs will finally get another crack at the English Cup in the final on Sunday.

United included in pro football league

Christchurch United included in pro football league

Christchurch United have become the South Island’s first professional football club, beating out the Wellington Phoenix for a place in the upcoming Oceania Pro League.

All to play for in final Southern League round

One more win is all Coastal Spirit and Cashmere Technical need to confirm their places in the Southern League title race and secure National League qualification ahead of Sunday’s final round.

Phoenix reunion for Tech trio in cup semi-final

Lara Wall of Cashmere Technical puts a tackle in during her side’s 4-1 win over Coastal Spirit on...

Phoenix reunion for Tech trio in cup semi-final

When Lara Wall steps onto the field for Sunday’s Kate Sheppard Cup semi-final, she’ll be surrounded by familiar faces - both in her own team and the opposition.

Chatham Cup heritage strong motivation for United

Christchurch United striker Walter Leoru takes a shot during their 4-1 win over Selwyn United on...

Chatham Cup heritage strong motivation for United

The last time Christchurch United reached a Chatham Cup quarter-final, they went on to win the competition.

Striker’s return a boost for Tech

Striker Garbhan Coughlan has returned for Cashmere Technical. PHOTO: JOSH VERGEEST

Striker’s return a boost for Cashmere Technical ahead of crucial Coastal clash

Cashmere Technical’s recent lift in form and the return of their star striker has them feeling confident ahead of Sunday’s crunch match with Coastal Spirit.

Winger's magic marks milestone match

Lyle Matthysen celebrated his 250th appearance for Cashmere Technical with four goals in their 4...

Cashmere Tech winger's magic marks milestone match

Cashmere Technical winger Lyle Matthysen celebrated his 250th appearance for the club in style.

Pressure mounts as Cashmere Tech fail to fire

Cashmere Tech head coach Dan Schwarz said no position is safe ahead of this weekend’s clash with...

Pressure mounts as Cashmere Tech fail to fire

Amid Cashmere Technical’s worst run of form in 13 years, head coach Dan Schwarz is not ruling out making changes to his side.

From boxing to rugby league - and now the beautiful game

Sports reporter Sam Coughlan tries to find the back of the net past goalkeeper Ben Graney. PHOTO:...

From boxing to rugby league - and now the beautiful game

Sports journo Sam Coughlan has been in the boxing ring, trained with champion rugby league team Hornby Panthers and now he reports on his session with Christchurch United.