# Playoff Race Heats Up Across Leagues

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Podcast: [Christchurch News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/christchurch-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7854780)
Published: 2026-06-26T02:02:45+00:00
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The Metro rugby race for top four is white-hot with just five points separating the top five, as Linwood eyes a bonus-point win to lock in first place. University stunned Shirley 101-7, while Sydenham clinched the final playoff spot. In the Southern League, Cashmere Technical’s 10-game win streak ends in a 2-2 draw against Nomads — still holding a six-point lead — while Christchurch United, bolstered by OFC Pro League talent, saw Rovu Boyers smash a hat-trick. The CRL Premiership sees Linwood Keas (undefeated) and Eastern Eagles dominate, with Greymouth also victorious. This weekend’s key clashes: Linwood vs High School Old Boys, Christchurch United vs Nomads, and Eastern Eagles heading to Greymouth — all eyes on who grabs the final playoff spots and top rankings. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/16cb1ecf83d6907c

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