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Carol Waller played in goal for New Zealand in their inaugural match in 1975, but the real challenge was just getting the game. Carol tells Sportshour's Katie Smith about the barriers the women's team had to overcome to be recognised, and the important role she played on and off the pitch to grow the game in New Zealand.

It's been a long journey for Carol and the Football Ferns, but now New Zealand is co-hosting the World Cup in July and she can't wait!

Photo: Kristy Hill of New Zealand and her team mates perform the Haka after the FIFA Women's World Cup 2011 match between New Zealand and Mexico in Sinsheim. (CREDIT: Lars Baron - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)