In the annals of football, moments of heartbreak often become defining stories that players and fans alike carry with them. One such story unfolded during the 2018 OFC U-16 Championship, where a promising Solomon Islands team faced off against New Zealand in a dramatic penalty shootout. This event not only marked a significant moment inContinue reading “The Tale of a Missed Opportunity: Derick Taebo’s penalty saved by now Premier League’s Alex Paulsen”
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All Whites name strong squad heading for OFC Nations Cup
New Zealand’s head coach Darren Bazeley has named his All Whites squad to compete at the OFC Nations Cup, set to take place in Fiji and Vanuatu from 15 June 2024. For the first time, players have been selected from both New Zealand’s professional A-League Men sides, with four called up from the newly formedContinue reading “All Whites name strong squad heading for OFC Nations Cup”
One more ‘Kiwi’ to the ‘Prem’: Paulsen seals dream move to England
AFC Bournemouth has secured the addition of the 21-year-old goalkeeper Alex Paulsen from Australian A-League side Wellington Phoenix. The Auckland-born talent has been capped by New Zealand at both under-17 and under-23 levels and is anticipated to represent his country at the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris. Paulsen has made a significant mark in theContinue reading “One more ‘Kiwi’ to the ‘Prem’: Paulsen seals dream move to England”
New Zealand calls up U-23 squad heading for international friendly matches
The New Zealand U-23 team has been called up to play two friendly matches against China U-23 this month in Auckland and Wellington. The matches will be held at Mt Smart Stadium and Sky Stadium, respectively, and will serve as a prelude to the senior All Whites squad’s matches against China. The call-up includes severalContinue reading “New Zealand calls up U-23 squad heading for international friendly matches”
Wanderers reach the top as Auckland City win thanks to a late goal in the Premiership
The third matchweek of 2020-21 ISPS Handa Men’s Premiership was contested this weekend in New Zealand, and it was a perfect round for Hamilton Wanderers, as they defeated their opponents to reach the top of the table. In the first match of the weekend, Eastern Suburbs smashed Wellington Phoenix Reserves by 4-0 at Fraser Park.Continue reading “Wanderers reach the top as Auckland City win thanks to a late goal in the Premiership”
‘WelClasico’ heats up 2020-21 ISPS Handa Men’s Premiership’s opening matchday
The most important football league from New Zealand is ready to kick-off as two matches are going to be contested this Saturday. While Canterbury United are going to face Waitakere United in the Southern Island, Team Wellington and Wellington Phoenix Reserves are ready for the first derby of the season – the WelClasico. After finishingContinue reading “‘WelClasico’ heats up 2020-21 ISPS Handa Men’s Premiership’s opening matchday”
Batram Suri’s son Alden wins youth futsal tournament in New Zealand
Alden Suri has recently arrived in New Zealand to keep on his football career by getting a scholarship at Scots College, a school that holds a partnership with Wellington Phoenix Academy. His first opportunity to show his talent was in a futsal tournament: The Wellington Futsal Regional Tournament. Suri was a key player in theContinue reading “Batram Suri’s son Alden wins youth futsal tournament in New Zealand”
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