Darren Bazeley will leave his position as New Zealand national team head coach at the end of 2026, with New Zealand Football deciding not to extend his contract despite the 54-year-old’s desire to continue leading the All Whites towards the next FIFA World Cup. The decision was confirmed by the national association on Saturday, 24Continue reading “Darren Bazeley to leave All Whites despite wanting to continue after World Cup campaign”
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New Zealand’s Matt Ellis makes dream A-League debut with first-touch goal for Perth Glory
New Zealand winger Matt Ellis made an extraordinary start to his A-League career on Friday, 23 October, scoring with his first touch for Perth Glory just seconds after coming off the bench during a 2-1 defeat against Brisbane Roar at Suncorp Stadium. The 25-year-old, who joined Perth in September following a successful season in OceaniaContinue reading “New Zealand’s Matt Ellis makes dream A-League debut with first-touch goal for Perth Glory”
All Whites goalkeeper Jamie Searle joins Wealdstone after brief spell at Eastleigh
New Zealand international goalkeeper Jamie Searle has completed another move in English football, joining National League club Wealdstone on a non-contract agreement after a brief spell with Eastleigh. The 25-year-old has changed clubs for the second time in little more than a month, having joined Eastleigh on a short-term arrangement in September following his departureContinue reading “All Whites goalkeeper Jamie Searle joins Wealdstone after brief spell at Eastleigh”
New Zealand fall 4-0 to Morocco in difficult start to FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
New Zealand suffered a 4-0 defeat to hosts Morocco in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup on Saturday, 17 October, conceding four second-half goals after holding the North African side scoreless during the opening 45 minutes. Playing at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Salé, the Young Football Ferns facedContinue reading “New Zealand fall 4-0 to Morocco in difficult start to FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup”
Riley Bidois scores with first touch as Wellington Phoenix beat Melbourne Victory in A-League opener
Wellington Phoenix opened their 2026/27 A-League Men campaign with a 2-1 victory over Melbourne Victory on Sunday, 18 October, as substitute Riley Bidois scored the winning goal with his first touch to give the New Zealand club an encouraging start to its 20th season in the competition. Playing at Hnry Stadium in Wellington, the PhoenixContinue reading “Riley Bidois scores with first touch as Wellington Phoenix beat Melbourne Victory in A-League opener”
Bayliss scores stunning long-range goal and brace as Auckland FC defeat Melbourne City in A-League opener
Auckland FC opened their 2026/27 A-League Men campaign with a 3-1 victory over Melbourne City at Go Media Stadium on Saturday, with New Zealand international Lachlan Bayliss scoring twice on his league debut for the Black Knights. The 23-year-old midfielder produced a spectacular long-range goal to open the scoring before restoring Auckland’s advantage in theContinue reading “Bayliss scores stunning long-range goal and brace as Auckland FC defeat Melbourne City in A-League opener”
Miramar Rangers take NZ National League lead as Napier stun Cashmere and Auckland City rescue dramatic draw
Miramar Rangers moved to the top of the New Zealand National League Championship after a convincing 4-1 victory over Ferrymead Bays, while Napier City Rovers produced one of the biggest surprises of the season by defeating previously unbeaten Cashmere Technical 2-1. The third round also featured a dramatic comeback from Auckland City against Wellington OlympicContinue reading “Miramar Rangers take NZ National League lead as Napier stun Cashmere and Auckland City rescue dramatic draw”
All White Sarpreet Singh scores first Farense goal as Portuguese club climbs to third place
New Zealand international Sarpreet Singh scored his first goal for SC Farense on Sunday, 11 October, helping the Portuguese side secure a 2-1 home victory over CD Feirense in the seventh round of Liga Portugal 2. The result lifted Farense to third place in the standings, strengthening their position in the race for promotion toContinue reading “All White Sarpreet Singh scores first Farense goal as Portuguese club climbs to third place”
Football Ferns’ Panama opener cancelled after powerful earthquake disrupts World Cup preparations
New Zealand’s Football Ferns have seen their first international friendly against Panama cancelled following a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck the Central American country on Friday, October 9. Panamanian football authorities confirmed that Saturday’s match at Estadio Rommel Fernández Gutiérrez would not go ahead, prioritising the safety of players, staff and spectators as the countryContinue reading “Football Ferns’ Panama opener cancelled after powerful earthquake disrupts World Cup preparations”
Scott Hales replaces Rob Sherman as South Island United prepare for second OFC Pro League season
South Island United have appointed Scott Hales as their new head coach for the 2027 OFC Pro League, turning to a proven figure in New Zealand football as the Christchurch-based club prepares for its second professional season. The 44-year-old Englishman replaces Rob Sherman, who guided the team to the semi-finals of the inaugural competition beforeContinue reading “Scott Hales replaces Rob Sherman as South Island United prepare for second OFC Pro League season”
