Wellington Phoenix

2024 - 12 - 28

When Life Gives You Lemons, Just Kick Them Like a Soccer Ball!

A-League - Annalie Longo - Kosta Barbarouses - Melbourne City - Paulo Retre - Wellington Phoenix

Wellington Phoenix's ups and downs in the A-League are a rollercoaster we all want a ticket for! 🥳⚽

Wellington Phoenix fans have witnessed quite the emotional rollercoaster lately, especially in the Ninja A-League. After a stunning four-match unbeaten run, they found themselves facing the powerhouse Melbourne City, who put an end to their streak with a nail-biting 2-1 victory. Head coach Paul Temple, a beacon of positivity, expressed pride in his team’s performance despite the loss. "I think they were pretty happy to get to the final whistle," he reflected, highlighting the resilience and fighting spirit that the Phoenix exhibited throughout the match.

Shifting gears to Isuzu UTE A-League Round 10, it looks like the Phoenix players dusted themselves off and got back to business—this time, a thrilling showdown against the Newcastle Jets at Sky Stadium in Wellington. The excitement was palpable as Kosta Barbarouses and Paulo Retre delivered world-class goals, securing a well-deserved 2-1 victory. Giancarlo Italiano, the Phoenix head coach, found himself with mixed emotions, ecstatic for the win yet reflective about areas for improvement: "We played well, but there’s always more to work on. That’s the spirit of the Phoenix!"

The women’s team, on the other hand, faced a tough opponent. Their unbeaten run was cut short as they battled it out against the A-League women leaders, Melbourne City. Despite a challenging 2-1 loss, the Phoenix women displayed a commendable performance, a testament to their growth in this competitive league. Captain Annalie Longo spearheaded the team, emphasizing a fierce approach as they aimed to bounce back against formidable rivals.

As Auckland FC joined the fray in this exciting 10-round competition, the Phoenix showed determination in the face of adversity. Their matches are filled with drama, skill, and the unyielding spirit of competition. Whether it’s the men’s squad finding their footing or the women’s team fighting for every point, one thing’s for sure: Wellington Phoenix has fans cheering at every turn!

Did you know that Wellington Phoenix was established in 2007 and has since become a stalwart in New Zealand football? Also, the team has a vibrant community of supporters, who often create an electric atmosphere during home games, helping to lift the players’ spirits and create unforgettable match days at Sky Stadium!

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Ninja A-League Round 8 Match Review (Wellington Phoenix)

Melbourne City have halted the Wellington Phoenix's four-match unbeaten run in the Ninja A-League.

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Isuzu UTE A-League Round 10 Match Review (Wellington Phoenix)

The Wellington Phoenix have beaten Newcastle Jets 2-1 at Sky Stadium in Wellington, thanks to world class goals from Kosta Barbarouses and Paulo Retre.

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Live updates: Wellington Phoenix v Newcastle Jets, A-League round ... (RNZ)

Live updates: Wellington Phoenix v Newcastle Jets, A-League round 10.

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Phoenix head coach Paul Temple proud of performance, despite result (Friends of Football)

The Wellington Phoenix deserved to come away from Melbourne with at least one women's A-League point, says head coach Paul Temple. After losing 2-1 to unbeaten Melbourne City, Temple said: “I think they were pretty happy to get to the final whistle and ...

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Phoenix coach Giancarlo Italiano's mixed feelings after 2-1 win against Jets (Friends of Football)

Head coach Giancarlo Italiano has mixed feelings about his Wellington Phoenix side's performance against the Newcastle Jets. He says he's happy to get the three points from their 2-1 win at Sky Stadium in Wellington, thanks to outstanding goals from Kosta ...

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Football: Phoenix streak ends with loss to A-League women leaders (RNZ)

Wellington Phoenix have had their unbeaten run in the women's A-League ended by Melbourne City following a 2-1 defeat.

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Annalie Longo: Melbourne City a threat to Wellington Phoenix ... (Newstalk ZB)

The team look to maintain a winning streak after beating two-time defending A-League Women champions Sydney FC last week. Phoenix Captain Annalie Longo. Share ...

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Corban Piper: Wellington's fresh faced midfielder (Newstalk ZB)

The wellington phoenix are playing the Newcastle jets tonight at home in wellington's sky stadium at 5pm.

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Jacob Spoonley: Major setback as two critical Wellington Phoenix ... (Newstalk ZB)

Both Auckland FC and the Wellington Phoenix are in action today as part of a 10 round competition. Auckland FC are looking to bounce back from their crushing ...

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