Women’s News

2 years ago

Six Nix feature at the U-17 World Cup

Six Wellington Phoenix players were part of the New Zealand side that competed at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in the Dominican Republic. The U-17 Football Ferns opened the tournament with a 4-1 loss to reigning bronze medallists Nigeria....

2 years ago

Premium partner steps up its support for the Nix

Chemist Warehouse has committed to the Wellington Phoenix for the long-term. Aotearoa’s favourite affordable and accessible pharmacy group has re-signed as a premium partner for three more years. Chemist Warehouse has been proudly supporting the Phoenix for the past two...

2 years ago

Nix gear up for pre-season friendlies

The Wellington Phoenix have lined up three pre-season matches as they ramp up their preparation for the 2024-25 Ninja A-League season. They will travel to Australia to take on A-League opposition twice in the next two weeks, before rounding out...

2 years ago

Young Nix duo receive AUT Blue Awards

Wellington Phoenix academy graduates Ella McMillan and Alby Kelly-Heald were two of the 37 student athletes recognised at this year’s Auckland University of Technology Blue Awards. McMillan and Kelly-Heald, who are now with the Phoenix women’s and men’s first teams...

2 years ago

Nix release ‘everyday, everywhere’ away strip

The Wellington Phoenix have unveiled the club’s new away look for the 2024-25 A-Leagues. It’s a tribute to Phoenix fans globally who support the club from all corners of the world. The predominately charcoal kit is a fresh take on...

2 years ago

Experienced Japanese winger joins the Nix

The Wellington Phoenix have added further experience and technical quality to the women’s squad for the 2024-25 Ninja A-League by signing Mebae Tanaka for the upcoming season. The Japanese winger has played professionally in Japan and South Korea and joins...

2 years ago

Six Nix selected for U-17 Women’s World Cup

Six Wellington Phoenix youth players have been included in the New Zealand squad for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Grace Bartlett, Alyssha Eglinton, Emily Humphrey, Ela Jerez, Brooke Neary, and Katie Pugh have all been selected by U-17 Football...

2 years ago

Trial pays off for Pride fullback

Lara Wall has landed her maiden pro contract following a successful trial with the Wellington Phoenix. The fullback has signed a two-year deal with the Phoenix, the first year of which is on scholarship terms. Wall, 24, is originally from...

2 years ago

Nix unveil new home strip for the 2024-25 A-Leagues

The Wellington Phoenix have released their eye-catching new playing kit for their matches at Sky Stadium and Porirua Park this season. In a departure from recent seasons the Phoenix men and women will have dedicated home and away strips during...

2 years ago

Sky to remain the home of the A-Leagues in Aotearoa

Australian Professional Leagues (APL) have reached a new agreement with Sky to broadcast the next three A-Leagues seasons in Aotearoa, with one match a week to be free-to-air. The partnership extension means all matches in the Isuzu UTE A-League (kicking...