A-League Articles & Updates - Nznews Latest New Zealand news, business, technology and world updates Sun, 03 May 2026 08:12:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.5 https://nz-news.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/cropped-4d2e9386-ba82-4b62-8cb9-67fa4c9c1965-removebg-preview-32x32.png A-League Articles & Updates - Nznews 32 32 Phoenix Women Make History in A-League Finals https://nz-news.nz/trending/phoenix-women/ Sun, 03 May 2026 08:12:23 +0000 https://nz-news.nz/2026/05/03/phoenix-women/ Wellington Phoenix is making history by reaching the women's A-League finals for the first time, set to face Brisbane Roar.

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]]> Wellington Phoenix is making history by reaching the women’s A-League finals for the first time. They will play against Brisbane Roar in a two-legged semi-final.

Key details:

  • The first leg is scheduled for May 3, 2026, at 7pm NZT at Spencer Park, Newmarket, Brisbane.
  • The second leg will take place on May 10, 2026, at 2:30pm NZT.
  • Tickets for the first leg are selling fast, with a capacity of 5,000.
  • The first leg will be broadcast live on Sky Sport 2 in New Zealand and Paramount+ in Australia.
  • The second leg will air on Sky Open and Sky Sport 2 in New Zealand and Paramount+ in Australia.

The Wellington Phoenix finished second after the regular season. They now face third-placed Brisbane Roar in this historic semifinal. The team is hosting a watch party at their Fraser Park home for fans who cannot attend the match.

Officials have noted that additional tickets will be released for the second leg, with 400 more available. This event marks a significant milestone for the club and women’s football in New Zealand.

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]]> Auckland fc vs melbourne city fc https://nz-news.nz/sports/auckland-fc-vs-melbourne-city-fc/ Sat, 02 May 2026 10:39:20 +0000 https://nz-news.nz/2026/05/02/auckland-fc-vs-melbourne-city-fc/ Auckland FC eliminated Melbourne City in a tense penalty shootout, advancing to the semi-finals of the A-League. Guillermo May scored the opening goal.

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]]> Auckland FC ended Melbourne City’s title defence in a dramatic penalty shootout during an elimination final on May 2, 2026, at Go Media Stadium in Auckland. The match concluded after a tense battle that saw both teams score their first six penalties.

Guillermo May opened the scoring for Auckland FC just before half-time. However, Melbourne City equalised in the fourth minute of stoppage time, forcing the match into extra time. No additional goals were scored during extra time, leading to a sudden-death penalty shootout.

Key match facts:

  • Auckland FC progressed to the semi-finals for the second consecutive season.
  • Both teams scored their first six penalties before Auckland goalkeeper Michael Woud saved City’s seventh attempt.
  • Dan Hall scored the winning penalty for Auckland FC.

Auckland FC had struggled against Melbourne City in previous encounters but managed to secure victory this time. Their last win against City was back in February. This victory is significant as it marks a turnaround in their fortunes against a strong opponent.

Injury updates reveal that Felipe Gallegos is expected to miss four weeks due to injury, while four players are returning from injury for Melbourne City. Mark Milligan, head coach of Newcastle Jets, has expressed his views on the match’s intensity and its implications for both teams.

Auckland FC will host Adelaide United next week in the semi-finals, aiming to continue their impressive run in the A-League. The outcome of this match adds pressure on Melbourne City as they reflect on their title defence.

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