Oly Whites coach Danny Hay says the team's historic 1-0 win over South Korea is a big moment for the sport in New Zealand – and he believes they're going to get even better as the tournament progresses.
A 70th minute Chris Wood goal secured New Zealand's first ever win at an Olympic Games, after sole draws in Beijing (2008) and London (2012).
The win was even more impressive against South Korea, the number one ranked side in Asia who took out the bronze medal at the London Olympics.
"It's obviously a historic win," said Hay after the game. "It's a big moment for the game I think in New Zealand. I think we have been starting to show over recent times that we're capable of competing on the international stage at big FIFA tournaments.
"But obviously getting a result like this over the number one ranked side in Asia at a pinnacle event like the Olympic Games is massive for us."