Wellington Phoenix

2 months ago

Chief announces his resignation

Giancarlo Italiano has stood down as men’s head coach following the 5-0 derby defeat to Auckland FC. Italiano has announced his resignation in his post-match media conference. “To lose 5-nil at home with the season still to play for is...

2 months ago

Isuzu UTE A-League Round 18 Match Review

Giancarlo Italiano has taken full responsibility for the Wellington Phoenix’s heavy derby defeat. The Phoenix have been beaten 5-0 by Auckland FC at Sky Stadium in Wellington after trailing 4-0 at halftime. It’s Wellington’s equal biggest home defeat and their...

2 months ago

Ninja A-League Round 18 Match Review

Makala Woods has earned the Wellington Phoenix a rare point in Victoria before the Ninja A-League breaks for a fortnight. The American striker has scored her fourth goal since joining the club as an injury replacement to secure the Phoenix...

2 months ago

Isuzu UTE A-League Round 18 Match Preview

The Wellington Phoenix are looking to finally chalk up their first New Zealand derby win this weekend.  Head coach Giancarlo Italiano’s job has been made tougher with the news that on-loan All White Sarpreet Singh has been ruled out for...

2 months ago

Ninja A-League Round 18 Match Preview

The Wellington Phoenix are looking forward to getting “back on the horse” following just their fourth defeat of the season. The Phoenix are visiting last year’s beaten grand finalists the Melbourne Victory at the Home of the Matildas on Friday...

2 months ago

Injury setbacks for men and women

The Wellington Phoenix have lost two New Zealand internationals to serious injuries ahead of their respective round 18 A-League matches. Football Ferns fullback Lara Wall and All Whites attacking midfielder Sarpreet Singh will both be sidelined for up to eight...

2 months ago

International call-up for León

Lucía León is the eighth Wellington Phoenix player selected to take part in upcoming qualifiers for FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027. The versatile Phoenix forward has been called up to the Dominican Republic national team for their CONCACAF qualifying matches...

2 months ago

Ninja A-League Round 17 Match Review

The Central Coast Mariners and a severe southerly have ended the Wellington Phoenix’s winning run at four matches. The defending champion Mariners have beaten the Phoenix 2-1 at Porirua Park in a match played in extreme wind and driving rain....

2 months ago

Isuzu UTE A-League Round 17 Match Review

Some questionable officiating has denied the Wellington Phoenix a chance to move onto the cusp of the top six. The Phoenix have come back from 2-0 down at halftime to draw 2-2 with Wanderers at CommBank Stadium in Sydney, thanks...

2 months ago

Isuzu UTE A-League Round 17 Match Preview

Wellington Phoenix head coach Giancarlo Italiano has welcomed Sarpreet Singh straight into his touring party for Friday night’s match at Western Sydney. The All Whites attacking midfielder arrived in Wellington last week and his return, on loan for the remainder...