Football
United miss a chance to qualify in Champions League
Manchester United failed to seal their place in the last 16 of the Champions League when they were held to a 0-0 draw by PSV Eindhoven at Old Trafford.
Platini could face life ban
Former French football great Michel Platini could face a life ban from the sport if recommendations from FIFA ethics investigators are followed.
French national anthem to be played before EPL games
The French national anthem was played before all of England's Premier League football matches this weekend.
Belgium raises its terror threat level
Belgium has raised the terror threat level for the country and cancelled the national soccer team's game against Spain following the terror attacks in Paris. Audio
Ireland qualify for Euro2016
Ireland beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to qualify for their second successive European football championship finals, progressing 3-1 on aggregate.
First win for All Whites coach
The All Whites have recorded their first win under coach Anthony Hudson, beating Oman 1-0 in Muscat.
NZ Football won't appeal Olympic disqualification
New Zealand Football are worried that pursuing their appeal against their disqualification from the Rio Olympics could open them up to further litigation.
Will the Phoenix rise from the ashes?
The Capital's streets, parks and even statues have been gilded with golden scarves and banners. Audio
Five candidates for top Fifa job
FIFA has approved five candidates to stand for the presidency, but Michel Platini has not yet made the list.
All Whites beat Oman
The All Whites have scored their first win under coach Anthony (Antony) Hudson, beating Oman 1-nil in Muscat.
Netherlands and Belgium consider World Cup legal action
Netherlands and Belgium have sought legal advice over whether to seek compensation for the cost of their abortive football World Cup bid after discovering the choice of Russia for the 2018 finals was…
Lowy says Phoenix should rebrand
Australian football supremo Frank Lowy says Wellington Phoenix need a rebrand to keep their A-League tenure intact.
Does Football Australia really want the Phoenix to stay?
Despite impressions to the contrary, Australian football does want the Wellington Phoenix in the A-League competition. Audio
NZ Football reiterates support of Phoenix
New Zealand Football President Deryck Shaw has reiterated their commitment to supporting the efforts of the Phoenix in securing a long-term future in the A-League.
Phoenix future still in the balance
The Phoenix's A-League future remained in the balance after talks with the FFA applied further pressure on New Zealand Football to come to the table.
Top and bottom draw in EPL
Bottom club Aston Villa stopped the rot by holding Premier League leaders Manchester City to a 0-0 draw in new manager Remi Garde's first match in charge.
Phoenix without midfielder for up to eight weeks
The Wellington Phoenix will be without midfielder Vince Lia for up to eight weeks of the A-League football season.
All Whites without Reid, Moss and Smith
The All Whites will be without captain Winston Reid for next week's international against Oman in Muscat, as they continue their quest for a win under coach Anthony Hudson.
Mourinho gets some support from fans
Under-fire Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho said he was amazed by a mass show of loyalty from supporters as the struggling side scored a win in the Champions League.
Mourinho fails to get stadium ban overturned
Troubled Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has failed in his appeal against a suspended stadium ban.
