Central League 2

The visitors opened the scoring in the 10th minute when Ryan Kelly found the net. Palmerston North United briefly fought back and equalised in the 21st minute through Benjamin Mori. However Stop Out quickly regained control through a penalty converted by James Cunniff in the 28th minute restored their lead, followed by a strike from Tyson Dellow in the 34th. Kelly struck again in the 37th minute as Stop Out’s forwards made the most of their chances. Cunniff added his second from the spot in the 41st minute extending the lead to 5–1 at the break. The second half saw a much-improved showing from Palmerston North United, who pushed forward with greater urgency and purpose. They looked to claw their way back into the match and had the ball in the net three times only to see all three goals disallowed for various infringements in the build-up.

Round Results

Palmerston North United – 1 (Benjamin Mori 21’)
Stop Out Sports Club – 3 (Ryan Kelly 10’, 37’, James Cunniff 28’(PEN), 41’ (PEN), Tyson Dellow 34’)
 

Langley Twigg Taradale AFC – 3 (Jonathan McNamara 20’, 42’, Ryan Miller 90’+4’)
Tawa AFC – 1 (Joshua Walter 78’)

Seatoun AFC – 0
Suchy & Co Realty Ltd FC Western – 5 (Jordi Fettis 36’, Jack Flood 44’, 90’+1’, Ben Hutchings 52’, Jack Gunson 71’)
 

Lower Hutt City AFC – 3 (Andrew Fitzpatrick-Cockram 15’, Jayden Arkinstall 53’, Jacob Harris 83’)
Watson Integrity PN Marist FC – 4 (Nicholas Carrick 9’, Luke Minshull 21’, Dominic Richmond 42’, Elijah Smith 90’+2’)
 

Te Kotahitanga FC Men’s Firsts – 1 (Liam Barry 76’)
Douglas Villa AFC Badcock Law Magpies – 4 (Josh McMenamin 10’, 26’, Brodie Dick 39’, Jayden Riddell 86’)
 

Game of next Round

5.7.25 1445 Lynmouth Park #1         Suchy & Co Realty Ltd FC Western vs Stop Out Sports Club

A key clash near the top of the table awaits as third-placed FC Western host second-placed Stop Out Sports Club in what promises to be a closely contested fixture between two of the league's most defensively disciplined sides. Both teams come into the match boasting the best defensive records in the competition so far this season. This matchup is expected to be a tactical and physical battle, with fine margins likely to separate the sides.

Women’s Central League

Wellington United Diamonds controlled the match against Kitchens By Healey Palmerston North United from the outset and showed their attacking depth and composure throughout the 90 minutes. The tone was set early when Natalie Olson opened the scoring in the 12th minute with a well-taken finish, her first of three on the day. The Diamonds continued to apply pressure, and it paid off again in the 28th minute when Hannah Pilley doubled the lead with a composed effort from inside the box. Olson added her second just ten minutes later before Farina Anchico extended the lead to 4–0 on the stroke of halftime, giving Wellington United a commanding advantage at the break. The second half continued in the same vein, with Palmerston North struggling to gain any foothold in the game. Two unfortunate own goals in the 52nd and 70th minutes compounded the home side's difficulties. In between, Zoe Barrott found the net in the 57th minute, making it seven for the visitors. Olson rounded off the scoring andher hat-trick in the 80th minute. Palmerston North United battled hard but were outmatched across the pitch. Their defensive line was tested constantly, and despite some resolute moments, they were unable to contain Wellington’s movement and attacking intent.

Round Results
Kitchens By Healey Palmerston North United – 0
Wellington United Diamonds – 8 (Natalie Olson 12’, 38’, 80’, Hannah Pilley 28’, Farina Anchico 45’, Own Goal 52’, 70’, Zoe Barrott 57’)
 

Waterside Karori Middleware – 2 (Renee Bacon 15’, 27’)
Manawatu Knitting Mills PN Marist – 2 (Melissa McKenna 16’, 52’)
 

Petone Powerex – 4 (Kyra Elder 38’)
Excel Refrigeration Moturoa AFC – 0
 

Shadow Solutions Taradale AFC – 0
Wellington Phoenix Academy U18 Girls – 4 (Mackenzie Bryant 2’, Katie Pugh 32’, Isabella Temple 55’, Eliza Vincent 64’)
 

Game of Round

5/7/2025 1300  Taradale 1                     Shadow Solutions Taradale AFC vs Manawatu Knitting Mills PN Marist FC

A tightly contested mid-table clash is on the cards as Shadow Solutions Taradale AFC host Manawatu Knitting Mills PN Marist FC. With just two points separating the sides, both teams will be eyeing a valuable three points to build momentum heading into the second half of the season.

Taranaki Championship 2025

A late equaliser from Joshua Barrett salvaged a point for BTW NP Rangers AFC Oddbodz in a competitive 1–1 draw with NZ Forestry Peringa United, in a match that saw both sides enjoy periods of control but ultimately cancel each other out. Peringa United made a confident start finding the breakthrough in the 11th minute with Marcus Powell-Cullingford opening the scoring to give the home side the advantage. The draw reflects a largely balanced contest

Round 2 results

NZ Forestry Peringa United – 1 (Marcus Powell-Cullingford 11’)
BTW NP Rangers AFC Oddbodz – 1 (Joshua Barrett 85’)
 

JLE Inglewood – 6 (Daniel Gilbred 23’, Joel Stewart 24’, Kobe Nightingakle 40’, Hamish Carruthers 41’, 42’, 74’)
Western Autos Moturoa AFC– 1 (Jake Towning 7’)

Cunningham Construction Kaitake FC – 5 (Paul Cooper 30’, Fin Pendleton 42’, Jimmy Bevington 75’)
NPBHS 2^nd XI – 2 (Nikau Kopu 79’, Jai Bhana 90’+2’)
 

Game of Next Round

5/7/25 1445     Onuku Taipari Domain  #1                     Western Autos Moturoa AFC vs Hawera Kitchens Ltd Hawera FC

A determined Western Autos Moturoa AFC side will be looking to bounce back when they host Hawera Kitchens Ltd Hawera FC this weekend. Moturoa come into the match on the back of a tough 6–1 defeat, and will be eager to restore confidence. Motivation will be high as they also look to avenge a previous loss to Hawera earlier in the season. Hawera FC will arrive with belief after that earlier season victory over Moturoa.

Taranaki Div 2

The home side started brightly and took the lead early through Kieran Cummings, who slotted home in the 10th minute. As the match drew to a close, Peringa sealed the result in the 88th minute when Tommy Huynh finished to double the advantage and put the game out of reach. The result marks Woodleigh’s fifth consecutive defeat, while Peringa continue to build momentum 

Round results

Red Jacket Peringa Ballers – 2 (Kieran Cummings 10’, Tommy Huynh 88’)
Novotel Woodleigh FC – 0
 

Charrua Kaponga SC – 3 (Default Win)
Millwards Roofing FC Western – 0

NP Rangers AFC Young Boys – 0
KP Joinery Waitara SC – 7 (Josh Perrett 3’, 25’, 87’, Ben Crate 32’, 37’, Stephen Kibby 52’, Dean Gallienne 61’)
 

Game of Next Round

5.7.2025 1230  Merrilands Domain #1                NP Rangers AFC Young Boys vs Charrua Kaponga SC

A top-versus-bottom clash is on the cards as NP Rangers AFC Young Boys host third-placed Charrua Kaponga SC in what shapes up as a significant test for the home side. With both teams on opposite ends of the table, the match presents contrasting challenges: Charrua will be looking to maintain their push for the top, while the Young Boys are hoping for an upset.

Taranaki Division 3

Pipeline Peringa United claimed a solid 3–1 away win over NP Rangers D3, taking their chances effectively to secure all three points. The visitors found the breakthrough in the 32nd minute through David Peterson. Peringa held that 1–0 lead into halftime. Connor Paul doubled the lead in the 52nd minute with a clinical finish, and just seven minutes later, Zach Henderson added a third. NP Rangers D3 worked hard throughout and were rewarded with a late consolation to Quinn Steer in the 81st minute but it proved too late to mount a serious comeback.

Round results

NP Rangers D3 – 1 (Quinn Steer 81’)
Pipeline Peringa United 3 (David Peterson 32’, Connor Paul 52’, Zach Henderson 59’)
 

Michielsens Transport Ltd Waitara SC –0
Wonder Minerals Kaponga – 5 (Scorers Unknown)
 

TSH Moturoa AFC D3 – 0
Vepo Plumbing FC Western – 6 (Jonson Grantham 11’, Conrad Watt 39’, Tallen Cottam 47’, 50’, 67’, Jonty Hughes 87’)
 

Inglewood AFC – 8 (Scorers Unknown)
Orchard Contracting Ltd Hawera FC – 2  (Josh Hobman 70’, Hayden Hurliman 80’)
 

Rob Mason Electrical Group Woodleigh FC – 2 (Scorers Unknown)
Smith & Sons Eltham AFC – 15 (Scorers Unknown)
 

McDonald Real Estate Stratford AFC – 1 (Scorer Unkown)
Peringa United Social – 2 (Daniel Clark 53’, Seth Frost 58’)
 

Taranaki Masters

Withers Coachlines Moturoa AFC Masters recorded a strong 4–2 win over Woodleigh Masters in an entertaining fixture that featured momentum swings, attacking intent, and six goals.
 

Round results

Withers Coachlines Moturoa AFC Masters – 4 (Scorers Unknown)
Woodleigh Masters – 2 (Scorers Unknown)
 

Peringa United AFC Masters – 0
Shining Peak NP Rangers Masters – 4 (Matt Goodey 8’, 56’, Craig Caldwell 65’, 82’)
 

Game of Next Round

5.7.2025 1445 Merrilands Domain #2                 Shining Peak NP Rangers Masters vs Webber Building Kaitake HBs

A highly anticipated matchup awaits at Merrilands Domain #2 as Shining Peak NP Rangers Masters host Webber Building Kaitake HBs in a battle between two of the league’s top-performing sides. With both teams enjoying strong seasons, this fixture could have significant implications for the title race and promises a competitive, high-quality contest.

Taranaki Women’s Championship 2025

Round results

Inglewood AFC Women – 3 (Default Win)
Hipp Accounting Ltd Hawera FC – 0
 

HEL Rimu NP Rangers Reserves – 0
Withers Coachlines Moturoa AFC Women – 2 (Marley Sampson 22’, Violet Parker 68’)
 

Kaitake FC Women – 3 (Ann Lindstrom 12’, 13’, Kelsey Husband  40’)
Tungsten Legal Stratford AFC – 1 (Zoe Roper 37’)
 

Central Taranaki Electrical Eltham AFC Women – 0
Peringa United Ladies – 3 (Jennifer Stoiber 58’, Nina Laird 62’, Madelyn Watkins 75’)

 

Game of Next Round

6.7.2025 10am Onuku Taipari Domain #2           Withers Coachlines Moturoa AFC Women vs Waitara SC Womens

An exciting top-of-the-table clash is set for Onuku Taipari Domain #2 as league leaders Withers Coachlines Moturoa AFC take on second-placed Waitara SC Women, with both sides entering the match unbeaten this season. With first place on the line, this fixture promises to be one of the most anticipated and competitive matchups of the campaign so far.

Article added: Tuesday 01 July 2025