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Lack of goals hurts Football Ferns as they bow out of World Cup
The Football Ferns World Cup run came to an end on Sunday night in Dunedin and a lack of goals played a big part in their demise.
Dream still alive for Football Ferns despite nightmare in Wellington
It wasn't the result New Zealand fans were wanting but the dream stays alive for the Football Ferns at the World Cup.
Football Ferns ride wave of momentum to Wellington
The Football Ferns can take a giant step towards qualification for the round of 16 of the World Cup with a win over the Philippines in Wellington tonight.
France held to draw by Jamaica
The first four days of the FIFA World Cup have mostly gone to form with plenty of penalties being handed out and big crowds turning up for the games.
The world's best female footballers ready to show their skills
Some of football's greatest players have started arriving in New Zealand and Australia, chasing the biggest prize in the game.
New Zealand football records to tumble at World Cup
The FIFA Women's World Cup is set to be the biggest and best ever, with a couple of records set to fall when the Football Ferns play the opening game.
The world's best female footballers ready to show their skills
Some of football's greatest players have started arriving in New Zealand and Australia, chasing the biggest prize in the game.
The time is right for Robbie Manson to return to rowing
Rower Robbie Manson felt time was running out if he wanted to have another stint competing at the top level of the sport.
Sam Tanner has his sights set on Walker's mile record
Sam Tanner has his sights set on breaking one of Sir John Walker's records at the same venue the New Zealand legend set the mark 41 years ago.
Sam Tanner has his sights set on Walker's mile record
Sam Tanner has his sights set on breaking one of Sir John Walker's records at the same venue the New Zealand legend set the mark 41 years ago.
Luuka Jones feeling confident as she returns to competition
Former Olympic silver medalist Luuka Jones will line up in her first major competition in almost two years at this weekend's Canoe Slalom World Cup in the Czech Republic.
Big task for New Zealand to get back to Admiral's Cup
Sailing stalwart Peter Lester admits hurdles would have to be overcome before New Zealand would be back competing in the Admiral's Cup.
Tom Walsh getting back to where he once was
Shot-putter Tom Walsh feels his form is getting close to where it should be as he looks to return to the top of the sport.
Olympic selection dilemma for Canoe Sprint team
An impressive display by New Zealand's female paddlers at the World Cup has left the sport with the task of fitting five athletes into four seats.
NZ set for winner-take-all SailGP grand final
The New Zealand Sail GP team like their chances of winning the season three title at the grand final in San Francisco this weekend.
Athletes chase a triple crown in Rotorua
Two Olympians will go head to head in a unique triple event in Rotorua this weekend as a part of the Rotorua Marathon festival.
Trust will be key in the new All Black coaching group
New All Blacks assistant coach Jason Holland says trust is a key for the new coaching setup.
Dame Lisa Carrington in battle for World Championship spot
One of the greatest paddlers of all time, Dame Lisa Carrington, can expect to be fully tested for a spot at this year's World Canoe Sprint Championships.
Adam Milne hoping to play himself into World Cup squad
Black Caps fast bowler Adam Milne is hoping a strong showing in Pakistan over the next three weeks will put him in the frame for the World Cup later this year.
Ryan Fox: Augusta National is as hard as it looks
A dream will come true for New Zealand golfer Ryan Fox this week as he plays his first Masters tournament. Fox got his invite to Augusta National for being ranked...
A year out with Covid won't stop Luka's bid for fifth Olympics
Missing almost an entire year of competition due to long Covid hasn't deterred canoe slalom star Luuka Jones from trying to get to a fifth Olympics.
Tiaan Whelpton: 'This is where I'm meant to be'
Young Canterbury sprinter Tiaan Whelpton is about to run the toughest race of his career, and he's hoping for many more.
Surprise win masks the hard work ahead for Anton Cooper
Mountain bike star Anton Cooper admits he faces a tough couple of months as he attempts to return to peak form for the World Cup season in Europe.
Paddlers in Gisborne still struggling to get back on the water
It could be some time before young paddlers in the Gisborne area can get back in their boats following Cyclone Gabrielle.
Jacko Gill: 'Doing what I love, with the people I love, is everything'
Shot putter Jacko Gill is in a very happy place, and that's not just because he won his first national title at the weekend.