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The telling image of American change
It's set to become the lasting image of the United States' women's World Cup final victory over Japan.

Times Kiwi refs upset the world
A Kiwi referee today made international headlines after handing out two 'dodgy' penalties. We look at other times Kiwi refs upset the apple cart.

Kiwi ref in spotlight over blunder
A Kiwi ref is in the spotlight after making some contentious decisions during the semifinal of the Women's World Cup between Japan and England.

Outrageous bicycle kick goal
Today's play of the day comes all the way from the Norwegian football league

Tribulietx to stay with Auckland City
After months of indecision, Ramon Tribulietx has re-committed to Auckland City for another year. The Spanish coach's future at the

Football: U23 squad punt must pay
It will be an extremely demanding campaign, with five games in 10 days for the eventual finalists, all played in unforgiving tropical sun and humidity.

Michael Burgess: U20 tournament timing all wrong
The recently-concluded tournament in NZ didn't reach its potential, mainly because of a poor call around timing, writes Michael Burgess.

Football: Heat on Oly-Whites
New Zealand's road to the Rio Olympics will rely on winning a war of attrition.

Five ugly acts of gamesmanship
After recent sporting controversies in football, The Herald looks at five acts of gamesmanship from the world of sport.

Is this cheating or fair game?
Cheating or fair game? A football team passed the ball for four minutes knowing a draw would help both sides.