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Manchester United

United again … the team reunion that took more than half a century

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It took more than 55 years but the part-time footballers who took on the might of Manchester United in 1967 were finally together again … Surviving members of the Auckland and New Zealand squads gathered at Auckland United’s clubrooms at … Read More

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Unearthing a gem — a famous goal we can enjoy again

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In May 1967, George Lamont scored the goal of his life. Playing in front of 26,000 at Auckland’s Carlaw Park, the 23-year-old forward struck his shot past Manchester United goalkeeper Alex Stepney. He leaped into the air, waving his arm … Read More

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In case you missed it: Our Manchester United reunion on 1News

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Friends of Football’s reunion for those involved in the 1967 Manchester United tour to New Zealand attracted media interest, including coverage from 1News and broadcaster Andrew Saville. His story appeared on the national 6pm bulletin for 1News. Here it is: … Read More

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Referee’s handwritten match report presented back to him 55 years after final whistle

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When referee Les Coffman filled in his match report and expenses claim for a game in May 1967, he never expected to have it presented back to him more than 55 years later. The match was the ground-breaking tour game … Read More

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It’s on again! Our reunion for those who faced Manchester United in 1967

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Friends of Football are pleased to announce a new date for their reunion for players and others who took part in games against a touring Manchester United squad in 1967. The event was originally planned for June 2021 but was … Read More

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Memories of Kiwi connections evoked by Tommy Docherty’s death

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The recent death of former Manchester United and Scotland manager Tommy ‘The Doc’ Docherty has jogged memories of his connections with New Zealand. He died on New Year’s Eve, aged 92, after a long illness. ‘The Doc’ visits New Zealand … Read More

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February 2-11: Auckland City represent Oceania at the FIFA Club World Cup in Morocco (click here for details)

Thursday February 2 (8am): Auckland City v El Ahly, first round, FIFA Club World Cup, Tangiers Stadium, Morocco (click here for details)

February 17-23: FIFA Women’s World Cup play-off series involving 10 teams, held in Auckland/Hamilton (click here for details)

Friday February 17-Saturday February 18: Unity Pitch games at Hamilton Lake, Hamilton (click here for details)

Friday February 17 (7pm): Football Ferns v Portugal (friendly international), Waikato Stadium, Hamilton (click here for details)

Monday February 20 (7pm): Football Ferns v Argentina (friendly international), FMG Waikato Stadium, Hamilton (click here for details)

Thursday February 23 (7pm): Football Ferns v Argentina (friendly international), North Harbour Stadium, Albany, Auckland (click here for details)

Sunday February 26: Wellington Phoenix v Sydney FC, women’s A-League, Auckland — to be confirmed (click here for details)

MARCH

Wednesday March 1: Season draws to be released for NRFL competitions.

Sunday March 5: One-day 7-a-side tournament for senior men’s teams, at Metro FC’s Phyllis St (click here for details)

Sunday March 12 (3pm NZT): Wellington Phoenix v Sydney FC, men’s A-League, Eden Park, Auckland (click here for details)

Sunday March 19: Grassroots women’s tournament at Cambridge’s John Kerkhof Park (click here for details)

Thursday March 23 (7pm): All Whites v China, Mt Smart Stadium, Auckland (click here for details)

March 24-25: Cambridge FC celebrate their 75th Jubilee.

March 25-26: Seasons start for Lotto NRFL men’s, women’s and youth leagues, NRF Men’s League One and NRF Women’s Conference.

Sunday March 26 (4pm): All Whites v China, Sky Stadium, Wellington (click here for details)

APRIL

April 7-9: 50th anniversary celebrations for Napier City Rovers (click here for details)

April 3-11: Two-match international window for the Football Ferns.

Sunday April 16 (3pm NZT): Wellington Phoenix v Brisbane Roar, men’s A-League, Eden Park, Auckland (click here for details)

April 29-30: Seasons start for NRF community football (junior, youth and senior).

MAY

May 20-June 11: FIFA U-20 Men’s World Cup, Indonesia (click here for details)

JUNE

June 1-5: Centenary celebrations for Claudelands Rovers (click here for details)

June 12-20: Two-match international window for the All Whites.

JULY

July 10-18: Two-match international window for the Football Ferns.

July 20 (7pm NZT): New Zealand v Norway, opening game of 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup at Eden Park, Auckland (click here for details)

July 25 (5.30pm NZT): New Zealand v Philippines, second group game for Football Ferns at FIFA Women’s World Cup at Sky Stadium, Wellington (click here for details)

July 30 (7pm NZT): New Zealand v Switzerland, final group game for Football Ferns at FIFA Women’s World Cup at Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin (click here for details)

AUGUST

August 20: Final of FIFA Women’s World Cup at Stadium Australia, Sydney

SEPTEMBER

September 4-12: Two-match international window for the All Whites.

September 18-26: Two-match international window for the Football Ferns.

OCTOBER

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October 23-31: Two-match international window for the Football Ferns.

NOVEMBER

November 10-December 2: FIFA U-17 World Cup, Peru.

November 13-21: Two-match international window for the All Whites.

November 27-December 5: Two-match international window for the Football Ferns.

MARCH

March 18-26: Two-match international window for the All Whites.

June: Oceania Nations Cup (to be confirmed)

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