New Zealand and China played out a goalless draw in a friendly match on Thursday, 23rd March, at Auckland’s Mt. Smart Stadium. The game was closely contested, with both sides creating numerous chances but ultimately failing to find the back of the net. New Zealand dominated the first half, but it was China who cameContinue reading “Goalless draw between All Whites and China at Mt. Smart Stadium”
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All Whites’ squad for international friendly matches is announced
The All Whites has announced their squad for two friendly matches against China, scheduled to take place on 23rd March at Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland and on 26th March at Sky Stadium in Wellington. The squad includes some of the best players from the country, including the all-time top scorer of the All Whites,Continue reading “All Whites’ squad for international friendly matches is announced”
Chris Wood scores against Manchester City; his first as Forest player
Chris Wood scored his first goal for Nottingham Forest in the English Premier League – a key moment for the New Zealand international that received some critics from his past performances from the local fans. The game against the reigning English champions Manchester City was a tough one, but Wood was determined to make anContinue reading “Chris Wood scores against Manchester City; his first as Forest player”
All Whites striker Chris Wood is off to Forest
Rumours are now confirmed: the well-known kiwi striker Chris Wood, 31-year-old, made his move to a new club in England, the traditional Nottingham Forest. Newcastle and Forest agreed on terms this morning and he will join The Reds on loan with an obligation-to-buy clause. Wood will undergo medicals and is expected to sign contract stillContinue reading “All Whites striker Chris Wood is off to Forest”
New Zealand says goodbye to the World Cup dream
New Zealand took the field last Tuesday – 16th June – against Costa Rica at the Al Rayyan Stadium in Doha, Qatar with the dream of going to the World Cup for the third time in their history – the second time in twelve years. Considering Costa Rica’s aging squad that started poorly in theContinue reading “New Zealand says goodbye to the World Cup dream”
New Zealand or Solomon Islands: only one side keeps its World Cup’s dream alive
New Zealand and Solomon Islands take the field at Gran Hamad Stadium to play in the finals of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers – just as they did in 2017. On that occasion New Zealand beat the Bonitos in Auckland 6-1 and drew 2-2 at the Lawson Tama in Honiara – thus achieving qualification forContinue reading “New Zealand or Solomon Islands: only one side keeps its World Cup’s dream alive”
New Zealand and Tahiti duel for a spot in the WCQ final
New Zealand and Tahiti meet again in a World Cup qualifying match for the first time in almost ten years. On that occasion, the All Whites beat the reigning continental champions 3-0. Alvin Tehau, Chris Wood, Teaonui Tehau and Tommy Smith are the only remnants of that game. The All Whites are on a highContinue reading “New Zealand and Tahiti duel for a spot in the WCQ final”
Alex Greive on a high note as New Zealand thrash New Caledonia in WCQ
Already qualified for the semi-finals of the tournament, New Zealand fielded an alternate starting eleven to face New Caledonia last Friday at Suhaim Bin Hamad Stadium. Despite the low expectations for this game, the All Whites put on a show on the field in front of an inoperative opponent. Alex Greive had a fantastic performanceContinue reading “Alex Greive on a high note as New Zealand thrash New Caledonia in WCQ”
Chris Wood makes history as New Zealand beats Fiji in the WCQ
New Zealand and Fiji clashed on Sunday in the second round of OFC World Cup qualifiers at the Qatar SC Stadium. The All Whites were overwhelming favorites for the match and made sure to show it on the pitch by dominating the actions from the first minute of the game. The first chance came withContinue reading “Chris Wood makes history as New Zealand beats Fiji in the WCQ”
All Whites international Chris Wood linked to SS Lazio from Italy
One of the most important players from New Zealand, Chris Wood might be joining a new club soon. The 28-year-old striker is being linked to Lazio from Italy. According to Corriere dello Sport Chris Wood has been offered to Lazio in a potential summer move and it was reported that the Italian team is workingContinue reading “All Whites international Chris Wood linked to SS Lazio from Italy”
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