A-League football: Phoenix men's pair eager for derby revenge against Auckland FC

A-League Football: Phoenix Aim for Derby Revenge Against Auckland FC

The Wellington Phoenix men are chasing their first A-League victory over Auckland FC as the two New Zealand sides meet in this season’s opening Kiwi derby at Sky Stadium on Saturday night.

Pre-match Insights

Striker Corban Piper and defender Dan Williams shared their thoughts with Adam Cooper in the Newstalk ZB studio ahead of the highly anticipated match.

“Every time we face Auckland, it’s more than just a game. We owe them one,” said Corban Piper.
“We’ve been training hard for this, and the team feels ready to make a statement at home,” added Dan Williams.

Match Build-up

The derby promises an energetic atmosphere, with fans expected to fill Sky Stadium as Phoenix look to secure their first triumph against their northern rivals.

Fan Engagement

Author’s Summary: Phoenix players Piper and Williams express determination to achieve their maiden win over Auckland FC in the season’s first New Zealand A-League derby.

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Newstalk ZB Newstalk ZB — 2025-11-08