10 Jul 2023

Migrant communities gather in dozens to welcome world cup teams

From Checkpoint, 5:53 pm on 10 July 2023

With only ten sleeps until the FIFA Women's World Cup kicks off, New Zealand's migrant communities are getting together to welcome their teams and cheer for their home countries.

This morning, players from Zambia and the Philippines landed at Auckland Airport welcomed by dozens of supporters, with the arrivals area turning into one big party.

After more than 25 years of trying to reach the global finals, this will be the first time the Philippines has chance to compete at a World Cup.

As for Zambia, the team's arrival was overshadowed by a report accusing the coach of sexual misconduct.

Rayssa Almeida has more.