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New Zealand authorities are examining claims that Portugal‑born forward Ryan Mendes assaulted a female translator in an Auckland hotel in March, with FIFA monitoring the situation as Cape Verde progresses in the World Cup.
A team translator in New Zealand reported that Ryan Mendes, captain of Cape Verde’s national soccer side, assaulted her during a March tour. Authorities are pursuing the case while FIFA monitors the situation.
When Tyler Bindon stepped onto the field for New Zealand against Iran, the moment was as much about a son’s dream as it was about his mother’s legacy, weaving together decades of football passion.
When Tyler Bindon stepped onto the pitch at SoFi Stadium, the stands were filled with 53 relatives, coaches and friends, while his mother Jenny watched with a mix of pride and nerves.
From June 15 to 21, Auckland will welcome eight national squads in a high‑stakes competition that offers promotion to the FIH Hockey Pro League and showcases emerging talent.
Abby Tamer’s four‑goal performance leads the U.S. women’s team to a 7‑2 victory over Uruguay, setting up a decisive showdown with Japan in the FIH Hockey Nations Cup.
Pepperdine University announced the signing of guard Dontae Russo-Nance, a 6-3 standout from Auckland, who will join the Waves for the 2026-27 campaign after stints in Australia and New Zealand.
The national governing body reveals a roster of experienced umpires and technical delegates who will represent the United States at the FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup and the Central American and Caribbean Games.
After escaping the Taliban’s ban on women’s sports, a group of Afghan footballers has been cleared to compete abroad, training in New Zealand and preparing to face the Cook Islands as symbols of resilience and hope.
After escaping the Taliban and years of exile, the Afghan women's soccer team has been granted international eligibility, training in New Zealand and aiming to use the sport to champion women's rights.
Chevrolet’s recent sweep across NASCAR’s three national series heads into a high‑stakes weekend at Nashville Superspeedway, where drivers like Kyle Larson, Chase Elliott and Daniel Suarez aim to extend the brand’s momentum.
The 6‑foot‑8‑inch forward’s pledge marks a key addition to UNLV’s roster as the Rebels look to extend their postseason streak under second‑year coach Josh Pastner.
The U.S. field hockey team announces Lucy Adams among its competitors for the 2026 FIH Hockey Nations Cup in Auckland, a stepping stone toward the upcoming World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands.