International match fixers targeting New Zealand footballers

Tuesday 23 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 23 Sep 2025, 5:12pm

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Organised crime groups are attempting to recruit New Zealand football players through social media messages and fake agents. These individuals target amateur players by promising cash or overseas club trials. Some players have reported being approached by fixers on the sidelines of matches.

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1. RNZTue 23 Sep 2025, 5:03am

   ‘The danger lurks close to the surface’: How Kiwi footballers are being targeted by international match fixers (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesTue 23 Sep 2025, 5:12pm

   How Kiwi football match-fixing approaches happen (opens in new tab)