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NZ under-17 history-makers hoping to replicate success as Wellington Phoenix Women's foundation players

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The first-ever A-League season beckons for the Wellington Phoenix women's side, who depart for Australia next week.

Wellington Phoenix hoping for January return; will call Wollongong home in NSW

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The Wellington Phoenix will play their initial A-League Men and Women home fixtures at WIN Stadium in Wollongong this summer.

All Whites to play The Gambia; one unvaccinated player set to miss selection

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One player from the All Whites squad that beat Curaçao and Bahrain is set to miss their match against The Gambia in November as they have chosen not to get vaccinated against Covid-19.

Chris Wood scores as Burnley win first game of the season

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Burnley got their first win of the Premier League season by beating Brentford 3-1 on the day Sean Dyche reached nine years as Clarets manager.

Representing New Zealand the next goal for Wellington Phoenix player Chloe Knott

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While most of New Zealand’s top female football players can’t wait for 2023, it’s a different story for Wellington Phoenix player Chloe Knott.

Footy Ferns In Canada: Game Rua, The Build Begins

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That was miles better than expected.

Fifa unveils emblem for 2023 Women's World Cup featuring work of indigenous artists

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Fifa has unveiled the brand identity for the 2023 Women’s World Cup, which features work from indigenous artists based on both sides of the Tasman.

Sarpreet Singh scores again before his club exits German Cup in penalty shootout

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All Whites star Sarpreet Singh scored again for Jahn Regensburg but had to watch from the sidelines as his team crashed out of the German Cup in a penalty shootout.

Wellington Phoenix disappointed by lack of commercial support for women's team

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When Wellington Phoenix create history by playing Western Sydney Wanderers in their inaugural A-League Women game, they might be without a sponsor splashed across the front of the team's playing shirts.

Football Ferns more resolute in narrow loss to reigning Olympic champions Canada

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The Football Ferns have gone down 1-0 to reigning Olympic champions Canada in their second match in the space of three days.

New Wellington Phoenix women signing proud to fly the flag for Māori footballers

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Te Reremoana Walker had no other choice but to play football growing up.

Football Ferns Vs Canada: Game Tahi, Don't Overthink It

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It’s important to keep the context of these Canadian friendlies (is there any other kind of Canadian?) in mind.

Sarpreet Singh continues impressive form with super strike for German second-tier club

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All Whites midfielder Sarpreet Singh continued his impressive form for German second-tier outfit Jahn Regensburg with a goal in their 3-1 win over Hannover 96.

Plenty of work to be done, but new coach's Football Ferns blueprint was clear to see

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Now that Jitka Klimková’s first match in charge of the Football Ferns has come and gone, her vision for the team is clearer to see.

Wellington Phoenix sign George Ott and Kurtis Mogg on scholarship deals

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Wellington Phoenix have signed reserve team players George Ott and Kurtis Mogg on one-year scholarship contracts ahead of the A-League Men season.

[Audio] Football Ferns midfielder Olivia Chance talks about her career

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Wellington Phoenix fullbacks to miss start of A-League Men season through injury

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Wellington Phoenix have been dealt a double injury blow in the lead-up to the A-League Men season.

Flying Kiwis - October 19

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This is what Joe Bell does.

Wellington Phoenix snap up young Kiwi talent ahead of A-League Women debut

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Wellington Phoenix’s squad for their first A-League Women season is beginning to take shape, and it is full of promising young New Zealand players who will be getting their first taste of professional football.

Football Ferns coach Jitka Klimková's priority is clarity as fresh faces seek senior debuts

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Jitka Klimková is preparing for her first matches in charge of the Football Ferns, against reigning Olympic champions Canada, with one hand behind her back.