New Zealand

Vladimir Gabulov Russia have not got out of their group at a major tournament since 2008 and Stanislav Cherchesov wants to change that.

Cristiano Ronaldo Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo assumed his familiar position of centre stage on day five of the Confederations Cup.

Liam Boyce Michael O'Neill has food for thought after Liam Boyce made the most of his starting role against New Zealand with Northern Ireland's winner.

João Iria Santos Moutinho Portugal thrashed New Zealand 4-0 to reach the semi-finals of the Confederations Cup, leaving star man Cristiano Ronaldo in confident mood.

New Zealand hammered Vanuatu 5-0, while Fiji recorded a narrow victory over Solomon Islands in Tuesday's OFC Nations Cup games.

Anthony Hudson Anthony Hudson said his New Zealand side were deflated after defeat to Russia but urged them to take on Mexico in Sochi without fear.

Uzbekistan A double from Odil Akhmedov helped Uzbekistan consign Anthony Hudson to a 3-1 defeat in his first match in charge of New Zealand.

New Zealand New Zealand are preparing to brave the Middle East heat ahead of their OSN Cup opener against hosts Saudi Arabia on Thursday.

Liam Boyce The benefits of reaching the Euro 2016 knockouts are still visible to Michael O'Neill, but he wants to tighten Northern Ireland's bonds.

Chris Wood Chris Wood opened the scoring for New Zealand versus Mexico but further sure finishing from the Leeds striker could have averted a 2-1 loss.