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'People have to acknowledge what Wellington have done'

'People have to acknowledge what Wellington have done'

Perth Glory will need all their trademark resilience to overcome premiers Sydney FC in their semi-final but Tony Popovic says his side is capable of just that. 23 Aug 2020
It's been 'extremely tough' but Wellington's season is a massive A-League boost

It's been 'extremely tough' but Wellington's season is a massive A-League boost

They've limped into finals under the radar, but Wellington Phoenix's best ever A-League finish is something to be commended before their semi-final against Perth Glory. 22 Aug 2020
Both missing big players, rubbish form...but 'now is the exciting part'

Both missing big players, rubbish form...but 'now is the exciting part'

Perth Glory and Wellington Phoenix have limped into finals, losing star forwards as they went. Both miles from home and homeground advantage, it's not exactly a promising A-League final. 22 Aug 2020
'This club has sacrificed more than any other in the A-League'

'This club has sacrificed more than any other in the A-League'

"Separated from friends and family for over two months" were the strong words coming from Wellington Phoenix GM David Dome before Phoenix's finals campaign. 21 Aug 2020
Newcastle Jets set for new finals approach

Newcastle Jets set for new finals approach

Strong end-of-season form and a full pre-season are reasons why Newcastle Jets can be a force in the A-League next year, according to coach Carl Robinson. 14 Aug 2020
Phoenix crash to ash as Jets strike

Phoenix crash to ash as Jets strike

Newcastle Jets have ended their A-League season on a high with a 3-0 win that ended Wellington Phoenix's hopes of finishing in the top two. 13 Aug 2020
Destroy Jets or bust for Phoenix with no home finals advantage

Destroy Jets or bust for Phoenix with no home finals advantage

Wellington Phoenix are still a slim chance to nab second spot - but they'll need a big win against Newcastle Jets on Thursday night to have any hope. 12 Aug 2020
Wellington's star striker out

Wellington's star striker out

Wellington Phoenix have lost their star English striker Gary Hooper for their final regular-season game against Newcastle Jets with a hamstring injury. 12 Aug 2020
Roar draw seals Phoenix's finals spot

Roar draw seals Phoenix's finals spot

Wellington Phoenix have secured their place in the A-League finals with a game to spare after coming back from a goal down to draw 1-1 with Brisbane Roar. 5 Aug 2020
Roar raring for Phoenix top-four clash

Roar raring for Phoenix top-four clash

Brisbane Roar can leapfrog Wellington Phoenix into third place on the A-League table if they win Wednesday night's match in Newcastle. 4 Aug 2020
Muller blow overshadows Wanderers revival

Muller blow overshadows Wanderers revival

Western Sydney Wanderers revived their top-six ambitions with a gritty 1-0 win over Wellington Phoenix despite a nasty injury to Nicolai Muller. 31 Jul 2020
Is New Zealand ready for its own A-League derby?

Is New Zealand ready for its own A-League derby?

Derbies supercharge A-League ratings and generate an electric tribal excitement. Now, as the competition plans its future post-COVID, is a second A-League team in New Zealand a smart expansion play?  29 Jul 2020
Sydney FC target more A-League records

Sydney FC target more A-League records

A record fifth grand final victory and becoming just the second team to win back-to-back season deciders are the next goals for A-League colossus Sydney FC. 26 Jul 2020
Phoenix skipper Taylor laughs off fatigue fears

Phoenix skipper Taylor laughs off fatigue fears

Fourteen seasons of toil with Newcastle United has left Wellington Phoenix captain Steven Taylor dismissive of suggestions he might be tired. 24 Jul 2020
Coaches admit ‘you never know’ gruelling schedule consequences

Coaches admit ‘you never know’ gruelling schedule consequences

Early results in the restarted A-League suggest clubs will be battling to string together wins as they deal with short turnarounds. 23 Jul 2020
Phoenix edge closer to A-League leaders

Phoenix edge closer to A-League leaders

Wellington Phoenix are just one point behind second-placed Melbourne City with an A-League game in hand after beating Perth Glory 2-1 in Sydney. 22 Jul 2020