mark rudan

Berisha gives Western an A-League lift-off

Berisha gives Western an A-League lift-off

Besart Berisha has scored the only goal of the game as Western United began their A-League life with a win over Wellington. 13 Oct 2019
Rufer backs Talay to keep Nix in finals

Rufer backs Talay to keep Nix in finals

In the face of major player turnover and a change of coach, Wellington Phoenix vice captain Alex Rufer says it's his mission to keep the spirit of last season's campaign going. 11 Oct 2019
Fans can boo Rudan respectfully: Talay

Fans can boo Rudan respectfully: Talay

New coach Ufuk Talay says Wellington Phoenix fans can boo his predecessor, Mark Rudan, when the pair face off from opposing benches this weekend but only if they do it the right way. 10 Oct 2019
Rudan ready for hostile Wellington return

Rudan ready for hostile Wellington return

Mark Rudan is prepared for a hostile reception when he returns to Wellington for the first time since leaving the Phoenix for A-League newcomers Western United. 9 Oct 2019
Phoenix relishing the return of Rudan

Phoenix relishing the return of Rudan

Sunday's A-League opener between Wellington Phoenix and Western United takes Mark Rudan back to the Kiwi capital where he flourished last season. 8 Oct 2019
Newcomers bullish ahead of A-League entry

Newcomers bullish ahead of A-League entry

Western United coach Mark Rudan says the A-League newcomers are in a good position as they prepare for their first season. 5 Sep 2019
Motocross rides all over A-League plans

Motocross rides all over A-League plans

The Crusty Demons have ruined their chance of a home debut but A-League new boys Western United are otherwise happy with their first fixture list. 8 Aug 2019
A-League battling new fronts for marquees

A-League battling new fronts for marquees

Western United are confident of making an immediate A-League impact despite falling short in their bid to make French star Samir Nasri a marquee signing. 4 Jul 2019
Williams exits Phoenix

Williams exits Phoenix

Wellington Phoenix must rebuild their strike force after David Williams joined Roy Krishna in leaving the A-League club. 11 Jun 2019
FFA enjoying taste of Western United spice

FFA enjoying taste of Western United spice

A-League head Greg O'Rourke says Mark Rudan's Melbourne derby jibe is what he wants to see from the new A-League club Western United. 28 May 2019
Rudan: Western Utd will shake up A-League

Rudan: Western Utd will shake up A-League

Newly announced Western United coach Mark Rudan says their team will bring atmosphere to the Melbourne derby. 23 May 2019
Burgess poised to sign for Western United

Burgess poised to sign for Western United

Western United are set to sign their second Phoenix player in the space of a week after midfielder Max Burgess announced his departure from Wellington. 16 May 2019
'We won't die wondering...'

'We won't die wondering...'

Mark Rudan knows Wellington Phoenix are fierce underdogs in tonight’s A-League elimination final with Melbourne Victory. 3 May 2019
Rudan: I offered to quit after Roar loss

Rudan: I offered to quit after Roar loss

Exiting Wellington Phoenix coach Mark Rudan offered bosses his resignation after last Friday's loss to Brisbane Roar, he revealed today. 17 Apr 2019
Wellington GM: 'We're looking for someone who gets A-League culture'

Wellington GM: 'We're looking for someone who gets A-League culture'

Wellington Phoenix general manager David Dome has revealed some of the details behind Mark Rudan's departure, while announcing that the club are on the hunt for his replacement. 16 Apr 2019
Official: Mark Rudan to exit Wellington Phoenix

Official: Mark Rudan to exit Wellington Phoenix

It's been the worst kept secret in A-League football for months, but today Wellington Phoenix confirmed coach Mark Rudan will quit the club at the end of the season. 15 Apr 2019