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Exciting Updates from New Zealand Football and More: A-League, FA Cup Upsets, and International Collaborations

A-League - B.LEAGUE - FA Cup - Graham Arnold - Jacob Willcox - Maidstone United - NBL - Wellington Phoenix

Discover the latest news in New Zealand sports, including Phoenix's A-League triumph, shocking FA Cup upsets, and collaborations with international leagues.

In a whirlwind of sports excitement, Wellington Phoenix soared back to the top of the A-League table with a thrilling win over Newcastle Jets, thanks to Oskar Zawada's 87th-minute heroics. The return of Zawada from injury brought immediate success to the team, showcasing his impact with a game-winning goal that shook the league. On a different field, Maidstone United caused a stir by defeating Ipswich Town in a stunning FA Cup victory, hailed as a historic upset in football history.

Away from the pitch, the NBL and Japan's B.LEAGUE penned a significant agreement, potentially paving the way for cross-league team participation and shared tournaments. Meanwhile, Socceroos coach Graham Arnold humorously addressed his disinterest in A-League conversations, focusing on the season length instead.

Delving deeper into the sports world, rising surf star Jacob Willcox's remarkable journey to the World Surf League Championship Tour at just 26 years old brings a story of determination and persistence. With Maidstone United's surprise triumph and Wellington Phoenix's resurgence, the sports realm is abuzz with unexpected victories and strategic collaborations, setting the stage for thrilling developments in the world of sports.

Eager fans await the next moves of these dynamic teams and personalities, from the Phoenix's impressive rise to prominence in the A-League to Maidstone United's underdog triumph. As international partnerships bloom and new talent emerges on the scene, the sports landscape in New Zealand and beyond brims with excitement and promise, fueling the passion of fans worldwide.

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Phoenix return to top of A-League table with win over Newcastle Jets (New Zealand Herald)

Newcastle Jets 1 Wellington Phoenix 2 The return of Oskar Zawada paid instant dividends as he scored an 87th-minute winner for the Wellington Phoenix in...

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Football: Wellington Phoenix move clear atop A-League Men ladder ... (Newshub)

Oskar Zawada returned from a length injury absence to immediately stamp his mark with the game-winning goal.

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NBL signs MOU with Japanese counterpart B.LEAGUE (NBL)

A new agreement opens the door for the NBL and B.LEAGUE exploring the viability of a team from Japan participating in the NBL.

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Arnold not over A-League Men - just its season length (FTBL Australia)

Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has moved to clarify his comments that he was "not bothered with" talking about the A-League Men competition any more.

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Oskar Zawada grabs late winner to keep the Phoenix top of men's A ... (Friends of Football)

Striker Oskar Zawada has made a successful return from a six-week injury lay-off to score the late winner that keeps his Wellington Phoenix side top of the ...

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'History makers' pull off huge FA Cup upset (Stuff.co.nz)

Manager George Elokobi, and his Maidstone United team celebrate their FA Cup victory over Ipswich Town. Stephen Pond / Getty Images.

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Non-League Maidstone United stun Ipswich Town in huge FA Cup ... (Sky News)

Maidstone produced one of the great FA Cup upsets after Sam Corne downed Ipswich with a 66th-minute winner. Maidstone had just two shots over the entire ...

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Where's Our Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Review? - IGN (IGN)

Suicide Squad's “early access” period will start to go live around the world late Monday night on consoles (and 10am PT Tuesday on Steam), ...

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26-year-old rookie's decade long road to the big leagues (CODE Sports)

Excitement, pride, anticipation – Jacob Willcox has felt all the emotions ahead of his breakout rookie season on the World Surf League Championship Tour ...

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FA Cup: Non-league Maidstone United stuns Ipswich Town to ... (Yahoo Sports)

Lamar Reynolds put the Stones, who play six divisions below the Premier League, up 1-0 with a 43rd-minute goal. Ipswich would answer 11 minutes into the second ...

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Sky Bet League One: Post-match stat pack (EFL)

Bolton have won more games than any other side in League One this season (18), with the Trotters now winning six of their last seven (L1).

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NBL signs Memorandum of Understanding with Japan's B.League (Sporting News AU)

As part of the agreement, Japanese and Australian teams could head overseas to play in the other's pre-season tournaments, while the feasibility of a B.League ...

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Sky Bet League Two: Post-match stat pack (EFL)

Matt Smith scored his third hat-trick for Salford City, accounting for half of their hat-tricks scored in the Football League (3/6).

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Irish Rugby | Energia All-Ireland League Men's Divisions: Round 12 ... (Irish Rugby)

BALLYNAHINCH: Ethan McIlroy; Aaron Sexton, George Pringle, Mark Best, Aaron Cairns; Dominic Clapcott, Conor McKee; Kyle McCall (capt), Claytan Milligan, James ...

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