Community Competitions - Celebrating Our Community Champions
Each year, we run a series of competitions to recognise and celebrate the incredible achievements of our community football and futsal whānau. From coaches and referees to standout players and unforgettable moments, there are some fantastic prizes on offer across the following competitions:
McDonald’s Community Football Coach of the Year
McDonald’s Community Football Referee of the Year
Macca's I'm Lovin' It Moment of the Month
Ford Fair Play – Player of the Month
Get involved — nominate a deserving community member by submitting your entry below!
McDonald's Community Football Coach of the Year
Do you know a football or futsal coach who goes above and beyond for their team? Whether it’s a dedicated parent coaching the local junior side every weekend, or someone making a big impact in your region - this is your chance to celebrate them.
Nominate your community football or futsal coach and they’ll go in the draw to win a once-in-a-lifetime prize! Plus, Macca’s will also give back to their club.
Let’s recognise the unsung heroes of the beautiful game.
T&Cs apply. Nominations close at midnight on Friday, 31 October 2025.
McDonald's Community Football Referee of the Year
Do you know a referee who turns up every weekend to keep the game safe, fair, and fun for everyone? Whether it’s a local legend who shows up rain or shine, or a dedicated parent who picks up the whistle for their child’s team — we want to hear their story.
Nominate your football or futsal referee and they’ll go in the draw to win a once-in-a-lifetime prize!
Let’s celebrate the unsung heroes in the middle of the pitch.
T&Cs apply. Nominations close at midnight on Friday, 7 November 2025.
Macca's I'm Lovin' It Moment of the Month
Send us your Macca’s I’m Lovin’ It Moment of the Month and you’ll go in the draw to win a monthly prize — plus the chance to score the 2025 Moment of the Year grand prize: a signed New Zealand National Team shirt!
We want to see it all — goals, trick shots, bloopers, team challenges, and everything in between.
Each month, we’ll feature our favourite clips across NZF social media and reward one standout moment with a New Zealand Football prize pack.
To enter, upload your video below or share it on social media using the hashtag #MaccasMoments.
T&Cs apply. Entries close at midnight on Friday, 7 November 2025.
Ford Fair Play - Player of the Month
The Ford Fair Play – Player of the Month certificate celebrates players who show great sportsmanship, respect, and teamwork — both on and off the pitch.
It encourages kindness, fair play, and a strong commitment to New Zealand Football’s core values: Enjoyment, Inclusion, Collaboration, Respect, and Ambition.
Each month, teams are encouraged to nominate one player for the award. If you’ve received a certificate, fill out the form below and upload a photo of it to go in the draw to win.
Monthly winners from each federation will receive a New Zealand Football prize pack. At the end of the season, one grand prize winner will score an epic Ford Fair Play prize pack and an NZF coaching session for them and their team.
T&Cs apply. Entries close at midnight on 31 October 2025.
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