Cultural Exchange Deepens Ties Between Māori Football Aotearoa and Western Sydney Wanderers
A unique cross-Tasman cultural exchange took place recently as Māori Football Aotearoa (MFA) welcomed A-League side Western Sydney Wanderers (WSW)…
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With driving Māori growth and development through football the key priority of Māori Football Aotearoa, we are proud of the success we have seen here and abroad. Operating within a pandemic era that creates increasing uncertainty in the world of sport, Māori Football is committed to staying agile and creating opportunities for players in a volatile climate.
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2021 Aotearoa Squad Announcements
Following the hugely successful #NVS21 (North vs South 2021) held in partnership with Rotorua Lakes District Council on 23 January…
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Third edition of COTC a huge success
With the third annual Trans-Tasman Clash of the Cultures in the books, Maori Football NZ is garnering attention for creating…
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COTC a unique opportunity
Maori Football NZ Men’s Head Coach Richard Kerr-Bell summed up the Trans-Tasman Clash of the Cultures initiative with one word…
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Realizing Maori potential ahead of COTC
Maori Football NZ Women’s Head Coach, Asher Trotter has named a strong squad for the 2020 Trans-Tasman Clash of the…
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Fun at the Heart of Kotiro’s campaign
As Ngā Kotiro Whanapoikiri head into camp next week there will no doubt be plenty of fun and exciting vibes.…
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North vs South
The newest football project by Māori Football, North vs South is the national showcase giving players a platform to represent their heritage and domestic pride. Ngā Toa o te Motu – Champions of the Nation.
Clash of the Cultures
Clash of the Cultures is the international football series founded by Māori Football. Established to give Māori an international voice and platform, Clash of the Cultures has seen over 10 years of international football with many more to come.