Despite Wellington's countless chances, a clinical Jason Hoffman executed well to give the Jets a the lead before the break.
 
A valiant Phoenix continued to bang on the door in the second-half with chances, threats and balls into the area but struggled to really test goalkeeper Jack Duncan. Hoffman's goal sealed the points along with Duncan's save at the death.

Wellington Phoenix

Tando Velaphi (GK) - 6

Made some good saves, but couldn’t keep out Hoffman’s goal.

Dylan Fox - 7.5

Sliding effort to stop a threatening Champness, great block at the near post for the final shot of the first half. Headed effort at the end of the match that was remarkably saved by Duncan.

Goran Paracki - 5.5

Failed to keep out Hoffman in the lead-up to the goal. But was solid otherwise.

Liberato Cacace - 7

Looked eager to get into the action, couldn’t make too much of an impact and his final ball needed work in the first half. Came to life and created some decent chances in the second 45, including one for himself that hit the side-netting. The youngster looks promising. 

Scott Galloway - 7

Good defending for most part, excluding the goal. Was subbed off in the 67th minute with what looked like a slight injury.