'Give it our best and take our chances' – All Whites class of '82 optimistic ahead of Peru play-off

South African World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dead at age 25

Adams started in South Africa's first Group A games against Mexico and Czech Republic.

All Whites to return home for clashes against India

The NZ men's football team will play its first match at Christchurch's new One New Zealand Stadium as part of a two-match series against India in November.

Spain triumph 2-1 over Belgium to reach World Cup semifinal

Mikel Merino scored in the 88th minute on a rebound yielded by backup Belgium goalkeeper Senne Lammens to keep his nation's World Cup dreams alive.

France beat Morocco 2-0 to reach World Cup semifinals

Kylian Mbappé made up for missing a terrible first-half penalty in France's quarterfinal match against Morocco, with a goal in the 60th minute.