New Zealand's soccer World Cup preparations will wind up with a friendly against Chile.

The Government's pledge of $300,000 to an "under-resourced" NZ Football is for a "photo op" for Prime Minister John Key, says Labour MP Trevor Mallard.

David Beckham's tendon injury has divided opinions in the British press about his international future.

Danish defender Winston Reid has returned to the New Zealand fold, allowing coach Ricki Herbert some exciting possibilities.

All Whites coach Ricki Herbert has learned more about his World Cup squad.

Action from the All Whites' international friendly against world 15th ranked Mexico.

Michael Brown has the heads-up on the best South African side-trips and booking your World Cup tickets.

The All Whites can expect a hostile reception when they play Mexico in Los Angeles - home to 4.7 million Hispanics.

The euphoria from qualifying for the World Cup could be long forgotten if the All Whites do not step up against Mexico, writes former All White Harry Ngata.

All Whites captain Ryan Nelsen has suffered a suspected serious knee injury less than four months out from the World Cup Finals in South Africa.

The All Whites will clash with Australia for the first time in five years at the MCG in May.

Martin Hansson, the referee who failed to spot the Thierry Henry handball that sent France through to the World Cup, is in trouble again.

Those questioning Ricki Herbert’s ability to coach both NZ and the Phoenix have suddenly gone silent, writes former All White Harry Ngata.