Tag: football
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Gabriel Sloane-Rodrigues Departs Wellington Phoenix
Gabriel Sloane-Rodrigues has departed Wellington Phoenix by mutual agreement. The former academy player, who debuted as the club's youngest, seeks more playing time after limited appearances, expressing gratitude for his development at the club.
SportBusinessEmployment and LaborEducation Gabriel Sloane-RodriguesWellington PhoenixA-LeagueFootballContract TerminationAcademyPlayer Transfer
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Media Monitor: One News NZ Reports on Lotto Wins, Aerial Surprises, and Worker Fines
One News NZ is reporting on a Huntly store's unusual Lotto success, a 'wholesome surprise' in Queenstown aerial images, and a horticulture company fined for migrant worker violations.
BusinessSportEntertainmentLaw EnforcementEmployment and LaborLegalSocial IssuesFilm and TVEconomy LottoHuntlyQueenstownMigrant WorkersHorticultureFootballTaylor SwiftOne News NZ
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Wellington Phoenix Confirms Seven Men's Squad Departures
Wellington Phoenix announces seven players, including Josh Oluwayemi and Paulo Retre, will not re-sign after their contracts expire next month, thanking them for their contributions to the A-League squad.
SportEmployment and Labor Wellington PhoenixA-LeagueFootballPlayer DeparturesJosh OluwayemiPaulo RetreCarlo Armiento
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Wellington Phoenix Secure Young Goalkeeper Eamonn McCarron on First Professional Contract
Eighteen-year-old goalkeeper Eamonn McCarron has signed his first professional contract with Wellington Phoenix, committing until 2029. The towering Wellingtonian rapidly rose through the ranks, making his A-League debut and securing clean sheets last season.
SportBusinessEmployment and LaborEducationEconomy Eamonn McCarronWellington PhoenixA-LeagueFootballGoalkeeperProfessional Contract
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Wellington Phoenix Secure Midfielder Kazuki Nagasawa for Another Season
Wellington Phoenix re-sign technically gifted midfielder Kazuki Nagasawa for the 2026-27 season. An ever-present player last season, Nagasawa aims to build on his contributions and leadership, expressing a desire for "unfinished business" with the club.
SportBusinessEmployment and LaborEducationSocial Issues Wellington PhoenixKazuki NagasawaA-LeagueFootballMidfielderContract ExtensionChris Greenacre
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Wellington Phoenix Ready for Maiden A-League Finals Appearance
Wellington Phoenix to compete in their first A-League finals, facing Brisbane Roar in a semi-final clash. Head coach Bev Priestman expresses excitement and outlines team strategy for the crucial two-legged tie.
SportBusiness Wellington PhoenixA-League WomenSemi-finalBrisbane RoarFootballPlayoffsBev Priestman
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Media Monitor: The Guardian reports Macron faces pressure to call snap elections
The Guardian reports that French President Emmanuel Macron is under increasing pressure from allies and opponents to call snap parliamentary elections or resign amidst a spiraling political crisis.
WorldPolitics and GovernmentEntertainmentSportClimate ChangeEuropeMiddle EastAsiaMedical ScienceFilm and TVFootballRugbyEconomy Emmanuel MacronFranceParliamentary ElectionsMount EverestGlobal WarmingThe Guardian
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Media Monitor: The Guardian reports on politics, cyber fraud, and global energy
The Guardian covers Australian politics with a focus on indigenous issues, a university cyberattack, record solar energy expansion, and vandalism at a New Zealand minister's home.
WorldPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyMediaSportEducationGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsRenewable energyAstronomy and SpaceDigital and Print PublishingMedia BiasTennisFootball AustraliaMalarndirri McCarthyWestern Sydney UniversityWinston PetersCyberattackGuardian Australia
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Offshore Betting Surge in New Zealand Football League
RNZ reports a surge in offshore betting on New Zealand's football league, raising concerns about match-fixing. The Crown says a fatal fire was 'no tragic accident'.
SportBusinessWeatherPolitics and GovernmentFinancial MarketsEconomyGeneral WeatherEducation RNZfootballsports bettingmatch-fixingLoafers Lodge firemurder trialRNZ News
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Man Charged After Football Fight Leaves Player with Broken Jaw
A 23-year-old man has been charged with wounding after a football match scuffle in Sunnynook resulted in a player sustaining serious facial injuries, including a broken jaw.
Law EnforcementSportSocial Issues Sunnynookfootballfightbroken jawarrestNorth Shore District CourtTim WilliamsNew Zealand Police
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Wellington to Host Premier Sporting Events in July
Wellington will host three major international sporting events at Sky Stadium in July, including a double-header rugby match and an exhibition football match between Wrexham AFC and Wellington Phoenix FC.
SportEntertainmentAustralasia WellingtonSky StadiumAll BlacksBlack FernsWrexham AFCWellington Phoenix FCRugbyFootballWellington City Council
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Media Monitor: Robert Francis Prevost Becomes Pope Leo XIV
The Guardian reports Robert Francis Prevost is the new Pope, the first U.S. pontiff. The outlet also noted a US-UK trade deal, India thwarting Pakistan, the U.S. removing trans military members, and record numbers leaving New Zealand.
WorldPolitics and GovernmentSportMediaClimate ChangeUSUKIndiaPakistanEuropeGeneral PoliticsTradeMilitarySocial IssuesFootballRugbyMedia BiasFilm and TV Robert Francis PrevostPope Leo XIVPope FrancisUS-UK trade dealTransgenderThe Guardian
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Auckland FC to Lift A-League Premier’s Plate
Auckland FC will lift the A-League Men's Premier's Plate, marking a historic achievement as the first New Zealand team to win the title in their debut season.
SportPolitics and GovernmentWeatherWorldEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsGeneral WeatherSocial Issues Auckland FCA-LeaguePremier's PlateFootballSoccerSports