Inside the Rovers: New Beginnings
Time for the team of 2025 to write their own chapter in Napier City Rovers history. Video / Neil Reid
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromFootball
World Cup payday: The ‘life-changing’ money All Whites receive for qualification
Qualification is massive for the sport and also comes with huge financial rewards.
Why Chris Wood believes the All Whites can shine at Fifa World Cup
Wood has high hopes for this All Whites team at the event in 2026.
Inside the Foley-verse: How Las Vegas' Golden Knights light the path for Auckland FC
A close look at the Golden Knight helping Auckland FC conquer the A-League.
How an unexpected goalscorer lifted All Whites to World Cup
Goalscoring heroes don’t come much more unlikely than Michael Boxall.
World Cup here we come! All Whites qualify for Fifa World Cup
If you are going to make history, this is the way to do it.
New Caledonia's plan to stop Chris Wood with World Cup spot on the line
The All Whites striker is in the middle of the hottest streak of his career.
The great irony as All Whites stand on brink of reaching 2026 World Cup
For the All Whites, it’s about execution, discipline, composure and the right mindset.
Wood hat-trick leaves All Whites one win away from World Cup
Chris Wood’s side were far too good for Fiji in the Oceania qualifying semifinal.
All Whites v Fiji: Wood nabs hat-trick as NZ creep closer to World Cup
New Zealand outclassed Fiji in a battle for a spot in the qualifying final.
‘Confident, but not complacent’: All Whites wary before crucial World Cup qualifier
Coach Darren Bazeley insists the team won't be complacent against Fiji.
‘Best time of my life’: Chris Wood on EPL success, family, and World Cup hopes
Chris Wood has gone from being a football ace to a national sporting hero.
Billionaire and NBA star behind new Auckland stadium proposal
A new stadium backed by high-profile Kiwis is one of three proposals being considered.
Young Rover eyes American scholarship and becoming pro footballer
He joined the club at 6 and values it as his boyhood team.
Inside the Rovers: Teen’s Dream
US scholarship and going pro fuel the desire of young footballing hopeful Ethan Spence. Video / Neil Reid
Football side mistakenly mourns player who isn’t dead
Arda Kardzhali held a minute’s silence, then learned Petko Ganchev was alive.
‘Best day of my life’: Newcastle Utd snap 56-year trophy drought
Newcastle make history in stunning style at Wembley.
Auckland FC let points slip late against struggling Mariners
Auckland FC were stunned at home by the Central Coast Mariners on Sunday.
Auckland FC held at home by Central Coast Mariners
All the action as the Black Knights were held by the Mariners at Go Media Stadium.
‘Always pressure’: How Auckland FC adjusted to being A-League's pacesetters
The Black Knights remain comfortable on the summit, in what has been a remarkable run.
'No context whatsoever': Former All Whites coach slams Barbarouses grudge claims
The former All Whites and Phoenix coach denies resentment affected his World Cup picks.
Maradona’s medical team on trial for homicide in Argentina
Prosecutors accuse the team of providing 'totally deficient' home care.
Man Utd unveils ambitious new $4.5b stadium plans
Manchester United plans a new 100,000-seat stadium near Old Trafford.
10-man Auckland FC earn draw at Newcastle
Auckland FC sit six points clear on top of the standings.
Liverpool inch closer to EPL title, Forest creep towards Champions League
The Reds have extended their lead at the top of the table to 16 points.
Phoenix thumped as season goes from bad to worse
All the action as the Wellington Phoenix were dispatched by Western United.
Fifa to pay $1.88 billion prizemoney for Club World Cup
The figure is significantly more than the prizemoney offered at the World Cups.
Inside the Rovers: Match Fit
Hard work has begun on the training pitch ahead of big football season ahead for Napier City Rovers.
Wedding bells and pre-season slog for Napier City Rovers captain
Summer's been all about wedding bells and hard graft in training for inspirational leader.
Panel finds VAR incorrect to intervene for crucial A-League penalty
Adelaide United scored two penalties in the 4-4 draw with Auckland FC.
I watched 90 minutes of Auckland FC on a Ferris wheel - here’s what I learned
Fans watched Auckland FC in action from a 15m ferris wheel at Go Media Stadium.
'Positive step for football': Fifa boss defends Saudi Arabia World Cup
Saudi Arabia has been awarded the 2034 tournament, despite human rights concerns.
Watch: ‘Reckless challenge’ leaves footballer in hospital with head injury
Jean-Philippe Mateta received oxygen on the pitch before being taken to the hospital.
Fizzy fury: Call to ban sugary drinks from sports stadiums
Dental Association says the “severity of the issue” of tooth decay in youth is alarming.