A-League Live Updates: Wellington Phoenix vs Auckland FC
The first New Zealand derby of the A-League season unfolded at Sky Sport Stadium in Wellington, marking the second year of the rivalry between Wellington Phoenix and Auckland FC. The hosts entered the match under pressure from the league’s newest team.
During the 2025/26 campaign, Wellington and Auckland are set to meet three times, with Wellington hosting two of those fixtures. This local clash is part of six derbies across the A-League calendar.
“Wellington Phoenix celebrate the equalising goal against Auckland FC.”
Photo credit: Masanori Udagawa / Photosport © 2025, Radio New Zealand.
Match Highlights
- Auckland FC earned their first-ever win over Wellington Phoenix after two draws in their debut season.
- Ifeanyi Eze scored in the 1-1 draw between Wellington and Central Coast, preserving Phoenix’s unbeaten record.
- Chris Wood remains sidelined with a knee injury and will miss the upcoming fixtures against Colombia and Ecuador.
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Author’s Summary: The Kiwi derby reignites with Auckland FC’s historic win over Wellington Phoenix, setting the tone for an intense A-League season ahead.