The Latest Breaking News from Ben Old

More than just happy to be here, New Zealand hunts first-ever knockout run

New Zealand's football team, the All Whites, are on the cusp of a historic World Cup run after a strong opening draw against Iran. Ranked 82nd globally, their presence in the expanded 48-team tournament is a significant achievement, amplified by their chance to advance past the group stage for the…

The Economic Times · Jun 21

New Zealand hunt first knockout run at World Cup

New Zealand are the fourth-lowest ranked team at the World Cup, but now have a chance to go on a run to their first knockout stage at the tournament.

AAP · Jun 21

Phoenix losing Zawada as Italiano plots ALM season two

Giancarlo Italiano says he expects Kosta Barbarouses to stay with Wellington Phoenix, as Oskar Zawada heads for the exit door.

AAP · May 18, 2024

Phoenix stretch ALM lead with late win over Wanderers

Kosta Barbarouses and Ben Old have struck dramatic added-time goals to lift Wellington to a 2-0 A-League Men victory over the Western Sydney Wanderers.

AAP · Dec 23, 2023

Zawada set to return for shock ALM leaders Wellington

Already top of the A-League Men table, Wellington Phoenix should benefit from the return of star Polish striker Oskar Zawada for the visit of Newcastle Jets.

AAP · Dec 7, 2023

Phoenix rise to top of ALM with 1-0 win at Western Utd

Attacking midfielder Ben Old has helped steer Wellington Phoenix to the top of the A-League Men with a late winner in a 1-0 victory at Western United.

AAP · Dec 2, 2023

Foley plans big splash for Auckland's A-League team

Bill Foley says his new Auckland-based A-League outfit will make major outlays but be profitable by season three.

AAP · Nov 22, 2023

Phoenix ease past Bulls for first ALM win

Wellington have made a stylish return to form, beating Macarthur FC 4-1 at home for their first victory of the A-League Men season.

AAP · Nov 6, 2022

Sail superb as Phoenix sink Roar in ALM

A controversial goal has helped Wellington to a 3-0 win over Brisbane Roar that moves them into fourth and dealt a hammer blow to their foes' finals hopes.

AAP · Mar 30, 2022