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Tokyo Olympics in Pictures: Thursday, July 22 - OlyWhites score first ever Games win, topping Korea in Koshima

Twenty-four hours out from the official start of the Tokyo Olympics, Burnley striker Chris Wood  shot the NZ men's football team to a piece of history, with 1-0 victory over South Korea in their Group B opener at Ibaraki Kashima Stadium.

Outplayed for much of the contest - and almost all the first half - the OlyWhites only managed two shots, compared to 12 by the Asian champions, and only one on goal, but needed no more, as they now eye the knockout rounds.

A win against Honduras in their next game, and this very talented Kiwi side will be playinhg knockout football next week. 

New Zealand face the Central Americans - semi-finalists at Rio 2016 - on Sunday.

New Zealand and South Korea sing their national anthems.
New Zealand and South Korea sing their national anthems. Photo credit: Getty
The OlyWhites ahead of their clash with South Korea.
The OlyWhites ahead of their clash with South Korea. Photo credit: Getty
South Korea ahead of their clash with the OlyWhites.
South Korea ahead of their clash with the OlyWhites. Photo credit: Getty
Dane Ingham battles for possession with Yoonseong Kang.
Dane Ingham battles for possession with Yoonseong Kang. Photo credit: Getty
Yoonseong Kang runs with the ball whilst under pressure from Joe Bell.
Yoonseong Kang runs with the ball whilst under pressure from Joe Bell. Photo credit: Getty
Liberato Cacace is challenged by Dongjun Lee.
Liberato Cacace is challenged by Dongjun Lee. Photo credit: Getty
Chris Wood celebrates after scoring their side's first goal.
Chris Wood celebrates after scoring their side's first goal. Photo credit: Getty
Chris Wood celebrates with team mates after scoring their side's first goal.
Chris Wood celebrates with team mates after scoring their side's first goal. Photo credit: Getty
Game over and New Zealand have their first Olympic win.
Game over and New Zealand have their first Olympic win. Photo credit: Getty

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