Stories by Mathew Nash

Analysis -Mathew Nash takes a look at one of the first shots of the Alex Paulsen transfer saga.

Analysis - With drama both on and off the pitch, Mathew Nash breaks down New Zealand's footballing efforts at Paris 2024.

Spying drama aside, what are the actual expectations for our two Olympic football teams in Paris asks Mathew Nash.

We've reached the final of UEFA's flagship men's international tournament - here's what you need to know. Video

All the squad lists, kick-off times and information for the semi-final action in Germany.

Football is unpredictable, but based on the evidence of this tournament New Zealand look like a safe bet to reach the World Cup in 2026, Mathew Nash writes.

'Nix fans knew they would one day say goodbye to goalkeeper Alex Paulsen, but they probably didn't realise it would be coming around so soon, writes Mathew Nash.

With the Phoenix and the English Premier League's seasons over, Mathew Nash has a guide of where to get your football fix till they're back. Video

Opinion - Who's staying, who's going and who will be part of a hopefully bright future for the club? Mathew Nash ponders the next moves for the Phoenix.

It's the hope that kills you, and everyone connected to the Wellington Phoenix discovered the truth behind this old adage the hard way, writes Mathew Nash.

The most important game in the club's history is kicking off at 6:30pm. Here's all the essential information.

If they can put in another performance like he did on Sunday night, it is hard to see how the Victory will break down the staunch Phoenix defensive unit, writes Mathew Nash.

Mathew Nash breaks down both A-League Men semi-final first legs this weekend. Video

The Nix now know who stands between them and their first-ever A-League grand final, and it couldn't be a more perfect rival, Mathew Nash writes. Video

Opinion - It seems preposterous to take a negative look at the Phoenix's season so far, but it's hard not to consider some pivotal moments, Mathew Nash writes.

Analysis - We're on the brink of the biggest game in their history - but not a single 'Nix player will kick a ball in anger, Mathew Nash writes. Video

When it comes to late drama, the Wellington Phoenix are becoming a world leader this season. Video

Finals football is locked in for Wellington, so how does the crucial win over the Victory stack up, asks Mathew Nash. Video

Cody Rhodes' stunning comeback against Roman Reigns should be inspiration for the 'Nix, writes Mathew Nash. Video

The headed goal is something of a lost art form, but the New Zealand international had purists purring at the weekend. Video

Who on earth is going to score goals for New Zealand in their first ever match against Tunisia, asks Mathew Nash. Video

The All Whites kick off their international window on Saturday morning in Cairo, here's everything you need to know about the game. Video

The war has already started between the two A-League sides months before a ball is due to be kicked, Mathew Nash writes.

The Academy Awards took place this week, but this weekend will see the Wellington Phoenix bring the curtain down on a run that most movie series could only dream about.

Analysis -'Mathew Nash lists all the potential options for Auckland's football side, from the predictable to the 'Ninja Knights'. Video