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Kiwi Bindons make World Cup mother-son history

When New Zealand's Tyler Bindon came off the bench against Iran, the defender and his mother Jenny became the first mother-and-son duo to play at World Cups.

AAP · Jun 17

‘I can’t keep living like this’: Ali Riley on ending her stellar soccer career

Angel City and New Zealand defender on injury pain, losing her childhood home in LA’s wildfires and why the sport needs to talk more about IVF

The Guardian - UK · Oct 16, 2025

Angel City Defender Ali Riley's Home Destroyed in Devastating Los Angeles Fire

Ali Riley reveals the damage caused to her home by the wildfires spreading across California, after more than 130,000 people were ordered to evacuate.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 9, 2025

New Zealand 0-1 Philippines: Women’s World Cup 2023 – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: The Filipinas stunned co-hosts New Zealand with their first ever World Cup win in a thrilling match in Wellington

The Guardian - AU · Jul 25, 2023

In the wake of national tragedy, New Zealand scores historic Women's World Cup win

AUCKLAND, New Zealand — The Women's World Cup opened with pomp despite the circumstances Thursday, kicking off less than 12 hours after a mass shooting in Auckland's scenic harbor district.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 20, 2023

New Zealand opens Women's World Cup with a 1-0 upset over Norway on emotional first day in host nation

On a day that started with tragedy, the Football Ferns triumphed. Hannah Wilkinson scored to open the second half and New Zealand went on to upset Norway 1-0 on Thursday for its first-ever win at the Women’s World Cup, hours after a shooting in downtown Auckland shocked the host nation.

The Hindu · Jul 20, 2023

New Zealand’s historic moment gives Women’s World Cup the spark it needed

New Zealand 1-0 Norway: With their first ever World Cup win, the hosts showed others that they too can upset the odds

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2023

Ali Riley cares about the World Cup maybe more than the country she plays for does

AUCKLAND, New Zealand — Ali Riley acknowledges she cries all the time. Watching TV, reading a book, listening to an inspiring story; any and all of those can start the tears flowing.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 20, 2023

New Zealand vs Norway preview: Women’s World Cup 2023 opener

New Zealand seek their first-ever win in the tournament when they face 1995 champions Norway in the opening match.

Al Jazeera · Jul 19, 2023

Women's World Cup spotlight shining on Australia as co-host New Zealand seeks its own attention

New Zealand’s Football Ferns are aiming to win fans as well as matches at the Women's World Cup

The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2023