The footballer Megan Rapinoe has become the highest profile sportswoman to publicly support transgender athletes competing in women's competition, arguing that the debate is about something much bigger than sport.

The key moments in the All Whites' 1-0 loss to Costa Rica in the World Cup intercontinental playoff.

With 1.2 million people set to descend on Doha for the World Cup, the big question surrounding the global event is where will everyone actually sleep?

Qatar have said they will pitch 1000 Bedouin tents in the desert to combat the severe room shortages over the Fifa World Cup.

David Beckham has given fans a rare glimpse into his relationship with Victoria Beckham.

By Michael Burgess in Doha

If the old adage about poor dress rehearsals rings true, then the signs might be good for the blockbuster match against Costa Rica next week.

By Michael Burgess in Barcelona

The All Whites have fallen to Peru – but not without an impressive fight.

Ukraine missed out on qualifying for the World Cup after the war-disrupted team was beaten 1-0 by Wales in the European playoff final for the Fifa football showpiece.

New Zealand Football have confirmed a home match against Australia to celebrate the 100-year anniversary of the first ever senior men's international fixture between the two teams.

Real Madrid became European champion for a record-extending 14th time after beating Liverpool 1-0 in a Champions League final that started 37 minutes late because of disturbing crowd issues outside the Stade de France.