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Spirit Inspires All Whites

Spirit Inspires All Whites

NEW Zealand promises to throw everything it has into its clash against Paraguay in Polokwane on Friday morning (NZT) with a place in the second round of the FIFA World Cup on offer. 24 Jun 2010
Herbert Keeps His Balance

Herbert Keeps His Balance

NEW Zealand coach Ricki Herbert felt it was important to keep emotions in check after his side's momentous draw against Italy. 21 Jun 2010
All Whites To Keep The Faith

All Whites To Keep The Faith

NEW Zealand are set to field an unchanged side for their second World Cup match against holders Italy on Sunday. 19 Jun 2010
We've Got Nothing To Fear: Killen

We've Got Nothing To Fear: Killen

THE last time New Zealand faced world champion Italy, All Whites striker Chris Killen scored twice and almost led his side to a shock win. 18 Jun 2010
Herbert: Bring On Italy

Herbert: Bring On Italy

SUCH is the confidence in the New Zealand camp following its sensational 1-1 draw with Slovakia to open its first World Cup finals appearance in 28 years that not even a next-up meeting against reigning champion Italy is too daunting for the All Whites. 18 Jun 2010
Buffon Out Of Kiwi Clash

Buffon Out Of Kiwi Clash

ITALY goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has been ruled out of the Azzurri's match against New Zealand due to a herniated disc in his back. 17 Jun 2010
Brown Fighting To Be Fit

Brown Fighting To Be Fit

NEW Zealand midfielder Tim Brown remains anxious about his World Cup participation as he continues his recovery from a shoulder injury. 13 Jun 2010
Brown Encouraged By Progress

Brown Encouraged By Progress

NEW Zealand vice-captain Tim Brown is determined to prove his fitness and play in the World Cup. 11 Jun 2010
Bertos Faces Challenge As Kiwis Take On Chile

Bertos Faces Challenge As Kiwis Take On Chile

LEO Bertos admits it has been a challenge adapting to his new right wing-back role in New Zealand's 3-4-3 formation. 8 Jun 2010
All Whites Can Surprise: Nelsen

All Whites Can Surprise: Nelsen

NEW Zealand captain Ryan Nelsen is dreaming of a World Cup upset and claims the All Whites will be more than competitive in South Africa. 5 Jun 2010
Herbert Upbeat Despite Defeat

Herbert Upbeat Despite Defeat

NEW Zealand coach Ricki Herbert remains bullish about his side's chances at the World Cup despite going down 3-1 to Slovenia in a warm-up match in Maribor. 5 Jun 2010
Kiwis Make The Changes

Kiwis Make The Changes

WINSTON Reid will make his first start for the All Whites when lining up against Serbia on Sunday morning (NZT) in Klagenfurt, Austria. 29 May 2010
All Whites Get Brown Boost

All Whites Get Brown Boost

INJURED New Zealand vice captain Tim Brown's hopes of playing at the World Cup finals have been boosted after the surgeon who operated on his injured shoulder described the procedure as a success. 29 May 2010
Three Spots Up For Grabs

Three Spots Up For Grabs

RICKI Herbert will keep the Socceroos guessing over his team selection with the All Whites coach admitting there are still three blank spots to be filled ahead of Monday's clash in Melbourne. 22 May 2010
Thumb Strain Concern For Schwarz

Thumb Strain Concern For Schwarz

SOCCEROOS keeper Mark Schwarzer is a doubt for Monday's clash against New Zealand in Melbourne after suffering a thumb strain in training and missing Friday night's session at Olympic Park. 21 May 2010
Brockie Hails Fury Medics

Brockie Hails Fury Medics

JEREMY Brockie has hailed the efforts of medical staff at former club North Queensland Fury to get him fit for the World Cup - even though they knew he was moving on to sign for Newcastle Jets. 20 May 2010
Fallon's Warning To Roos

Fallon's Warning To Roos

NEW Zealand striker Rory Fallon is warning the Socceroos that Monday night's clash in Melbourne will be 'friendly' in name only and he certainly won't be holding back. 20 May 2010
Socceroos 'To Win Farewell'

Socceroos 'To Win Farewell'

THE Socceroos are hot favourites to enjoy a winning send off when they entertain rivals New Zealand in Melbourne on Monday night. 19 May 2010
Smeltz Ready For The Roos

Smeltz Ready For The Roos

SHANE Smeltz has his sights on silencing the Socceroos and getting one over Gold Coast United teammate Jason Culina as New Zealand prepare for the looming clash with Pim Verbeek's men. 17 May 2010
Lucas: ‘Time To Tinker’

Lucas: ‘Time To Tinker’

EXCLUSIVE: Lucas Neill has revealed the Socceroos’ World Cup farewell game against New Zealand is an opportunity to experiment with new tactics and formations ahead of South Africa. 8 May 2010
World Cup Fever's All White

World Cup Fever's All White

TIM Brown admits World Cup fever is starting to seep into the New Zealand camp as the players battle to make the final cut in Ricki Herbert's squad. 3 May 2010