If it comes to penalties like the socceroos game just did I'm figuring we missed out in the u20s workd cup. We missed out in the Olympics. Surely third time lucky for us.
Not sure why but following the Socceroos match this morning has made me very nervous for tomorrow.
Also didn’t realise how much CR are favourites. Bookies aren’t paying much for them to win.
Tbf they have a world class goalkeeper and we don’t, nor do we even know who our starting keeper will be.
Could be pivotal in what I think will be a very cagey and tight game.
Yipe I don't think we want it going to pens. Navas is world class, and they are overall just far more experienced in those high pressure situations. At Brazil 2014 Ticos bet Greece on pens Round of 16, then lost on pens in quarters to the Dutch. That's when Navas first really got noticed. Throw in a heap of UCL knock out games, and he's been there done that many times over.
But to me today's result overall is encouraging for the AWs. An Australasian team shutting down and beating a more favoured Latino side.
Is just such a pity we don't have either or both - Thomas & Singh. Mooy really set the tiempo for Socceroos, dropping deep & getting the ball off his 2 CBs, and playing through from there. Imagine Bell doing that alongside Thomas, with Garbett & Singh in front of them. Really hope it happens one day, and in that scenario I see the AWs playing a back 4.
Peruvians really found it hard to press as high as they did against us, but then Mooy & Co were just more precise with their passing compared to Stamenic, Tuiloma, Bell etc in Barcelona (esp first half in Spain)
Without Thomas & Singh, I think back 3/5 is the way too go. Cacace is hopefully gonna be a big threat for us. 3 CBs allows him more leeway to bomb forward. Boyle (yeah he's a winger) was a big threat against Peruvians today, esp in the first half. I see Libby as our best bet to do similar, not any of our actual wingers.
Is it just me or is everyone struggling to focus on anything but the game tomorrow morning? Seeing the Aussies beat Peru via a penalty shootout has given me more hope, but has also meant I'm expecting a 2 hour stress fest tomorrow morning.
Is it just me or is everyone struggling to focus on anything but the game tomorrow morning? Seeing the Aussies beat Peru via a penalty shootout has given me more hope, but has also meant I'm expecting a 2 hour stress fest tomorrow morning.
Definitely sleeping pill required for me tonight. I'm not good with 5am starts.
The All Whites play Costa Rica on June 15th at 6am NZT, in a one-off World Cup Qualifying match, the Inter-Continental Play-Off, with the winner booking the final spot at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
Fans in New Zealand can watch the game live on Sky Sport 1, with pre match coverage starting from 5am.
Fans without a Sky Subscription can purchase a one-off Sky Pass for $5 on the link below to stream the game.
For fans outside of New Zealand, below is a list of international broadcasters in various regions.
Channel 10 - Australia
TSN - Canada
Warner - Chile
CCTV - China
Win Sports - Colombia
Repretel - Costa Rica
Teletica - Costa Rica
ARD - Germany
ZDF - Germany
TIGO - Guatemala
Viacom 18 - India
Charlton - Israel
Flow Sports - Jamaica
Servisky - Jamaica
TV Asahi - Japan
Alkass - MENA
beIN Sports - MENA
SKY - New Zealand
PacificAus TV - Pacific Islands
NEXT TV - Panama
Latina - Peru
Telefonica - Peru
TAP - Philippines
SuperSport - South Africa
TVE - Spain
BBC - UK
FOX Sports - USA
Telemundo - USA
Note that these are the broadcasters that hold rights to the match, and may not reflect the channel the match is being played on. Make sure to check your broadcaster's relevant TV guide for more information.
Updates will also be provided throughout the match on All Whites and New Zealand Football social media channels.
Watch parties are available for fans around New Zealand to get together to support the team.
Below is a list of some of the venues around the country hosting the match:
The Paddington – Auckland
The Good Home (Birkenhead) – Auckland
The Right Track - Auckland
Schapiros – Auckland
Iron Horse – Wellington
Four Kings – Wellington
1852 Pub and Kitchen - Wellington
Haere-roa (University of Canterbury) - Christchurch
These watch parties are unofficial and independent of New Zealand Football.
Cheers coochiee, I did see that this morning but unfortunately it's not currently on the channel 10 broadcast schedule. Guess i'll set the alarm for 2am and try my luck...
Cheers coochiee, I did see that this morning but unfortunately it's not currently on the channel 10 broadcast schedule. Guess i'll set the alarm for 2am and try my luck...
Have confirmed that channel 10 aren't playing it, so don't bother.
We'll need to look for dodgy streams.
First time I haven't been able to watch a NZ world cup qualifier properly over here!
Cheers coochiee, I did see that this morning but unfortunately it's not currently on the channel 10 broadcast schedule. Guess i'll set the alarm for 2am and try my luck...
Have confirmed that channel 10 aren't playing it, so don't bother.
We'll need to look for dodgy streams.
First time I haven't been able to watch a NZ world cup qualifier properly over here!
Think paramont + are doing it. don't know if you have that or they offer a free trial.
CONFIRMED: The All Whites, who have been wearing all black a lot lately, will wear their home kit for the match against Costa Rica ⚪️⚪️ pic.twitter.com/6pFYu9eGe6
Alright I'm off to bed lads. Not sure how easy it will to get to sleep. Have gotten butterflies in my stomach any time I've thought about the game during the day, which to be honest has been pretty much all day.
I've really enjoyed the build up that's taken place over the last 9 months. While lacking in experience it's still been a treat to see this All Whites side play with passion and belief and really go from strength to strength. No matter what happens tomorrow I really hope Danny Hay stays on. There's still work to do, but this brand and culture he has nurtured in both the players and the fan base is something I am desperate to see continued. It's been so great to have juneof86 pop in each month to give us the latest inside scoop on the inner workings of concacaf football. I also have felt moreup to date with the goings on in nz football than ever before thanks to Coochie keeping us all in the loop. And everyone else who has chimed in, in conversation this year it's all been very insightful.
It's so surreal the day is finally here, and If we pull off this heist tomorrow, not only will it hold a place in the nation's greatest all time sporting moments, the future landscape of the game in our country will hopefully be changed for the better. At least Five fixtures to see out the remainder of the year. All against quality opposition. These young talents we've developed getting themselves in the shop window to further develop their careers. A heap ton more financial security for NZF. As a fan I have everything crossed fingers, toes, earlobes, you name it.
See you in the morning, everyone. And let's show the footballing world what we're made of!
Coming from a country where making the World Cup is part of our DNA and each 4 years were expected to either win or go far (Argentina) I can’t really relate or understand what countries like NZ (a tiny fish in a big pond) and NZ football fans feel with these kind of games (Like i am sure NZ fans don’t know what it feels like to reach a World Cup final or a semi or the heartbreak of going out on penalties or extra time) but i only wish them all the success tomorrow and hope that you make it, as I’m a neutralised New Zealander who has embraced the country and its people. It won’t be easy and as we say in Argentina, there will be a lot of “Sufrimiento” which means suffering but i hope you all enjoy it as much as you can… I hope to see you all in Qatar and be there to witness when Leo, with the help of Diego up there in heaven, bring it home like in 1986 =) =) =).. VAMOS KIWIS CARAJO
Coming from a country where making the World Cup is part of our DNA and each 4 years were expected to either win or go far (Argentina) I can’t really relate or understand what countries like NZ, and NZ football fans feel with these kind of games (Like i am sure NZ fans don’t know what it feels like to reach a World Cup final or a semi or the heartbreak of going out on penalties or extra time) but i only wish them all the success tomorrow and hope that you make it, as I’m a neutralised New Zealander who has embraced the country and its people. It won’t be easy and as we say in Argentina, there will be a lot of “Sufrimiento” which means suffering but i hope you all enjoy it as much as you can… I hope to see you all in Qatar and be there to witness when Leo, with the help of Diego up there in heaven, bring it home like in 1986 =) =) =).. VAMOS KIWIS CARAJO
Cheers mate! Muchas gracias! I hope you are a naturalised NZer, rather than a neutralised one!
Who ever invented the English language is a gigantic clown Oi Oi Edgecumbe
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Coming from a country where making the World Cup is part of our DNA and each 4 years were expected to either win or go far (Argentina) I can’t really relate or understand what countries like NZ, and NZ football fans feel with these kind of games (Like i am sure NZ fans don’t know what it feels like to reach a World Cup final or a semi or the heartbreak of going out on penalties or extra time) but i only wish them all the success tomorrow and hope that you make it, as I’m a neutralised New Zealander who has embraced the country and its people. It won’t be easy and as we say in Argentina, there will be a lot of “Sufrimiento” which means suffering but i hope you all enjoy it as much as you can… I hope to see you all in Qatar and be there to witness when Leo, with the help of Diego up there in heaven, bring it home like in 1986 =) =) =).. VAMOS KIWIS CARAJO
Cheers mate! Muchas gracias! I hope you are a naturalised NZer, rather than a neutralised one!
Coming from a country where making the World Cup is part of our DNA and each 4 years were expected to either win or go far (Argentina) I can’t really relate or understand what countries like NZ (a tiny fish in a big pond) and NZ football fans feel with these kind of games (Like i am sure NZ fans don’t know what it feels like to reach a World Cup final or a semi or the heartbreak of going out on penalties or extra time) but i only wish them all the success tomorrow and hope that you make it, as I’m a neutralised New Zealander who has embraced the country and its people. It won’t be easy and as we say in Argentina, there will be a lot of “Sufrimiento” which means suffering but i hope you all enjoy it as much as you can… I hope to see you all in Qatar and be there to witness when Leo, with the help of Diego up there in heaven, bring it home like in 1986 =) =) =).. VAMOS KIWIS CARAJO
This is our World Cup Final, thanks for the support amigo!!
I have Paramount and CANT see it listed for coveragedetoxin
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Cheers coochiee, I did see that this morning but unfortunately it's not currently on the channel 10 broadcast schedule. Guess i'll set the alarm for 2am and try my luck...
Have confirmed that channel 10 aren't playing it, so don't bother.
We'll need to look for dodgy streams.
First time I haven't been able to watch a NZ world cup qualifier properly over here!
Think paramont + are doing it. don't know if you have that or they offer a free trial.
Really looking forward to this match after watching Australia qualify. IMO man for man we have better players than Australia. I would have Ryan and Moody from their starting eleven but thats about it. Australia have a better coach and are much better prepared, the All Whites looked underdone against Peru. If we can keep the score 0-0 well into the second half then it’s definitely game on. Key to the match will be a no error defense, trying not to get over run in midfield and getting some quality ball to Wood.
Cheers coochiee, I did see that this morning but unfortunately it's not currently on the channel 10 broadcast schedule. Guess i'll set the alarm for 2am and try my luck...
OFC website may stream it (they did all the OFC tourney games)
Really looking forward to this match after watching Australia qualify. IMO man for man we have better players than Australia. I would have Ryan and Moody from their starting eleven but thats about it. Australia have a better coach and are much better prepared, the All Whites looked underdone against Peru. If we can keep the score 0-0 well into the second half then it’s definitely game on. Key to the match will be a no error defense, trying not to get over run in midfield and getting some quality ball to Wood.
Off top of my head Hrustic and Boyle would also waltz into a combined full strength ANZAC side. But yeah then it would start to get interesting.
Whoever worked out the world sporting schedule so the last session of the 5th day of the cricket test ends just before kick off deserves a pay rise. Definitely more amped up about the football than the cricket though!
That projected Costa Rica lineup we saw earlier was not even close to right. I’m a little surprised by Gerson Torres being picked over Venegas. If I were a Costa Rican I would be happy to see Campbell in the midfield and Contreras up top. I am stunned to see Jewison Bennette out there. Only 17 years old, but he is very fast. I’ve only ever seen him on the left wing, while Torres can play a few spots, so maybe the graphic isn’t 100% accurate.
I think the AWs have to do what they can to beat Fuller. He’s the weak link in the back. That being said, Campbell is their best outfield play and Fuller is fast and good going forward. Cacace looks like he’s going to have to put in a shift defensively. They also went with the slower, more experienced midfield pair of Tejada and Borges. Not a big surprise, but that’s a pretty attack-minded group of three in the 4-2-3-1, there might be space to play and hold the ball in the midfield.
