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All Whites Great David Chote joins the show to review round 2 of the A-league including, Auckland FC 1-0 win at home, Wellington Phoenix 2-1 win at home, a whip around the grounds, EPL action & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Wellington Phoenix will host Brisbane Roar in round two of the A-League Men at Sky Stadium. The Phoenix are determined to boost their luck at Sky Stadium after only one significant win at home last season. Alex Rufer from the Wellington Phoenix explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For this week's Friday Sport Kickoff, Nick Mills was joined by Adam Cooper, with a cameo appearance from the Alternative Commentary Collective's Mike Lane to talk about their upcoming Wellington event. They talked about the rain-affected Black Caps summer so far, the Wellington Phoenix's first home game of the season and Saturday's NPC final. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the Niche Cache we celebrate a tremendous start to the Pacific Championships and how New Zealand's teams respond to the unique atmosphere on offer. Then we touch on a Blackcaps spin issue in T20Is and the White Ferns top order struggling for runs at the World Cup, before breaking down two draws for Aotearoa's A-League teams in Auckland FC and Wellington Phoenix. NZ Breakers are repeating a win-loss cycle in the NBL with Carlin Davison emerging as an exciting kiwi athlete and Steven Adams is about to start his NBA season. We swing back around to digest some Kiwis, Kiwi Ferns and Samoa details before chatting through some young players to watch out for in Ford Trophy as the cricket season starts in New Zealand. Chris Wood has a new manager at Nottingham Forest, Kosta Barbarouses scored in his first game for Western Sydney and Callum McCowatt scored another goal for Silkeborg which gives us three funky All Whites attackers to compare and contrast.(00:00) Pacific Championships(16:14) Blackcaps & White Ferns(25:50) A-League(39:02) NZ Breakers(51:33) Steven Adams(59:10) Mindfulness(01:01:36) More Kiwis & Kiwi Ferns(01:23:00) Ford Trophy (01:36:17) Chris Wood/Kosta Barbarouses/Callum McCowattPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

New Zealand's first sports school will open next year, in a partnership with Wellington Phoenix. The New Zealand Performance Academy in Upper Hutt will operate as a charter school for serious aspiring sportspeople. The academy will initially offer elite football training alongside the Wellington Phoenix Academy, as well as rugby training. Other sports will be added over time. The school will teach a nationally recognised curriculum along with key skills such as leadership, mental health and nutrition. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand's first-ever specialised elite sports school is set to open its doors next year, giving future athletes a space to study while building their sports careers. This charter school will be run by the New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa and be based at Upper Hutt's NZ Campus of Innovation and Sport. Wellington Phoenix general manager David Dome says plenty of research was carried out into developing this programme. "We looked at how the Americans did it, how they did it in Europe and Spain and Italy, and it was really combining education and sports - and it was really hard for us to do that at the time, given that there was only the state school alternative that we couldn't really be part of." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 20 October 2025, inflation is up three percent - driven by large increases to electricity and rates bills. Kiwibank's Jarrod Kerr says this shouldn't stop the Reserve Bank from cutting the OCR further. Labour's Chris Hipkins explains his party's first new policy in two years - the NZ Future Fund. The scandals keep coming. Prince Andrew has promised he won't use his royal titles but should the UK Government go further and completely take them off him? Wellington Phoenix boss David Dome explains why his club is supporting New Zealand's first sports school. Also - Associate Finance Minister Chris Bishop on the cost of speeding ticket and ANZ boss Antonia Watson on having the rug pulled from under her by the Government. Plus, the Huddle debates Labour's Future fund and whether we really need a new giant blueberry. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you have a future All Black in the family? If you've been wondering where to send them for school, an intriguing new option will soon be available. New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa is opening a charter school in Upper Hutt for students who are also high performance athletes. They're working closely with the Wellington Phoenix's academy. David Dome explained the idea to Jason Pine on Sportstalk. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand's first sports school will open next year, in a partnership with Wellington Phoenix. The New Zealand Performance Academy in Upper Hutt will operate as a charter school for serious aspiring sportspeople. The academy will initially offer elite football training alongside the Wellington Phoenix Academy, as well as rugby training. New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa Board Member Brett O'Riely told Kerre Woodham that, “a lot of the momentum came from the students and parents.” LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wellington Pheonix FC finished near the bottom end of the table last season, whilst rivals Auckland FC topped the chart. Wellington Phoenix Head Coach Giancarlo Italiano chats with Jason Pine about how the team's switching their playstyle this season, what self-reflections he had after last season, and what plans they have to top the competition. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the Niche Cache we start by breaking down Blackcaps T20 matters ahead of the series vs England and chuckle at the Kane Williamson situation. Then we update the White Ferns ODI World Cup campaign and how NZ Breakers slipped up with another loss early in their NBL season. We chat through lots of football led by All Whites who had another solid performance in losing to Poland and Football Ferns are preparing for their international window coming up. Auckland FC and Wellington Phoenix start their A-League season with away trips this weekend, plus Luke Flowerdew is shining for Phoenix Reserves in the National League. We finish with some NZ Warriors news as they signed Alofiana Khan-Pereira and have had some headline buzz about junior signings.(00:00) Blackcaps(41:36) Mindfulness(45:33) White Ferns(52:40) NZ Breakers(01:15:10) All Whites(01:35:26) Football Ferns(01:52:10) A-League/National League(02:09:44) NZ WarriorsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

This week in the Niche Cache we start by celebrating Callum McCowatt's perfect footballing hat-trick for Silkeborg IF in Denmark and Otago winning the Ranfurly Shield. Then we chat through a tough start to the NBL season for NZ Breakers who had two heavy losses and break down Isaiah Papali'i's NRL Finals form as well as all New Zealand angles in NRL/NRLW Finals. Chris Wood has a new coach at Nottingham Forest and we discuss some National League key points ahead of the new season, then we finish with White Ferns form and Blackcaps T20 strike-rates.(00:00) Callum McCowatt(14:03) Ranfurly Shield(18:22) Mindfulness(24:38) NZ Breakers(41:51) NRL/NRLW(01:12:26) Chris Wood(01:16:21) Wellington Phoenix(01:23:28) National League(01:34:59) White Ferns/BlackcapsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

This week in the Niche Cache we start by comparing New Zealand Warriors and All Whites. Both have laid strong foundations despite recent losses and have plenty of room for growth moving forward. Then we chat through the latest Kane Williamson news and discuss where he sits in the Blackcaps T20I mix, before highlighting Geordie Beamish's mahi at the Athletics World Championships. NZ Breakers are preparing for the Australian NBL season and while some Aussies don't like the Breakers' depth, we do and we think they can shake up the NBL this season. NRL finals roll along and NRLW finals are about to start with lots of Aotearoa estuaries to explore, plus there a few NZ Warriors things to chat through like Ivana Lauitiiti being awesome and Warriors junior signings. We finish by putting the football spotlight on Matthew Garbett and then Wellington Phoenix who have added Macey Fraser to their women's team as well as Dan Edwards and Ramy Najjarine to their men's team.(01:53) NZ Warriors & All Whites(24:25) Kane Williamson(46:17) Geordie Beamish(53:52) Mindfulness(59:22) NZ Breakers(01:13:36) NRL/NRLW(01:42:23) Matthew Garbett(01:50:07) Wellington PhoenixPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

The Wellington Phoenix say they are considering a judicial review after the club was denied a place in the new Oceania Professional League. The venture, which is being backed by millions of dollars from FIFA, is set to kickoff in January and run until May, with Auckland FC and Christchurch United filling the two available spots. Wellington Phoenix CEO David Dome joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the Niche Cache we start by saluting the Naram Rhythm Section and then map out expectations/hopes for NZ Warriors, NZ Breakers, White Ferns, Auckland FC and both Wellington Phoenix teams. Then we dive deeper into all things NZ Warriors ahead of an NRL game vs Parramatta Eels and NRLW game vs St George Illawara Dragons, with some NZ Kiwis stuff sprinkled in after the news around Brandon Smith. Auckland FC and Wellington Phoenix have been in Aussie Cup mode so we compare their campaigns and how they have used the tournament to build towards the A-League season. Then we check in with Alex Paulsen, Marko Stamenic, Elijah Just and Finn Surman who have all had funky football weeks. We finish with some Blackcaps news and some notes about the NZ-A cricket squad to tour South Africa.(00:00) Naram Rhythm Section(07:41) Mindfulness(09:48) Setting expectations(42:32) NZ Warriors(01:21:42) Auckland FC & Wellington Phoenix in Aussie Cup(01:30:49) Flying Kiwis(01:45:31) BlackcapsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

The Wellington Phoenix have been dumped out in the quarter-finals of the Australia Cup after being stunned 4-nil by second tier side Heidelberg United.

The Wellington Phoenix have suffered an embarassing exit from the Australia Cup with the A-League side stunned 4-nil by second tier side Heidelberg United in last night's quarter-final in Melbourne.

The Wellington Phoenix are heading home with their tails between their legs after being dumped out of the Australia Cup by second tier side Heidelberg United in the quarter-finals.

This week in the Niche Cache we start with a bit of Chris Wood, Wellington Phoenix reserves, NZ Warriors women showcasing their mana and NZ Warriors vs Dragons. Then we debrief the Tall Blacks' Asia Cup campaign and update the NZ Breakers squad after Kaia Isaac moved to NCAA hoops. We dive deeper into all NZ Warriors led by the importance of Taine Tuaupiki at fullback for their push into finals footy. We preview the weekend's NRL and NRLW games for NZ Warriors, as well as sprinkling in a few NZ Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns updates. We react to the All Whites squad named to take on Australia with Ryan Thomas returning to the New Zealand team and we roll through a few impressive pockets of All Whites depth. We finish with a quick round up of Blackcaps T20 seamers as they prepare for a steady flow of T20Is over the next few months.(00:00) Chris Wood and local football(11:35) NZ Warriors vs Dragons and NRLW mana(27:04) Mindfulness(31:11) Geneva AM and Soft Bait(36:37) Tall Blacks(58:08) NZ Warriors(01:35:04) Jordan Riki and NZ Kiwis(01:40:40) All Whites(02:14:43) Blackcaps T20 seamersPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

Auckland FC have made another signing in this transfer window. This time, it's ex-Wellington Phoenix goalkeeper Oli Sail, who returns home in a bid to reclaim his place as the All Whites' goalkeeper before next year's FIFA World Cup. D'Arcy caught up with Oli to discuss how the move took place. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the Niche Cache we roll through some quick nuggets for NZ Warriors, Blackcaps, NZ basketball and Gabi Rennie. Then we check in with the Tall Blacks at the Asia Cup where they have won their first three games, followed by a deep dive into Blackcaps who just finished up their tour of Zimbabwe. NZ Warriors had another NRL loss and a strong NRLW win, setting up a curious weekend of rugby league coming up against Dragons and Raiders in Aotearoa. We have three funky things about domestic football in New Zealand and recap another win for Wellington Phoenix in the Aussie Cup. We finish with updates for Ben Old, Liberato Cacace, Tyler Bindon, Marko Stamenic and Alex Paulsen.(00:00) Intro(23:30) Mindfulness(27:33) Tall Blacks(39:26) Blackcaps(01:13:22) NZ Warriors(01:35:57) Local football(01:43:55) Wellington Phoenix(01:50:33) Flying KiwisPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

New Zealand All Whites star and new Western Sydney Wanderers recruit Kosta Barbarouses sits down with Tom and Nick to talk all things Football! From his rise to the A League and playing under Ange Postecoglou, to his eye-opening stints playing in Russia and in Greece with Panathinaikos, World Cup Qualifiers and  Olympic campaigns, Kostas story is mandatory listening for all fans of the World Game. This episode is proudly brought to you by:Bay Vista: https://www.bayvista.com.au/The Greek Providore: https://thegreekprovidore.com.au/Send us a textThe Greek Providore - proud sponsors of this episode of Ouzo Talk Support the showEmail us at ouzotalk@outlook.comSubscribe to our Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@OuzoTalkFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuzoTalkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ouzo_talk/

Football coach Bev Priestman will take charge of the Wellington Phoenix women's team for the next two A-League seasons. The announcement comes as the English national's one-year ban from any football-related activity concludes following her role in Canada's drone use at last year's Paris Olympics. Wellington Phoenix Director of Football Shaun Gill joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Football Ferns defender C.J Bott is delighted to sign for her hometown club - the Wellington Phoenix. The 50-cap New Zealand international is new coach Bev Priestman's first signing. She joined Piney to discuss her new role. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finn Caddie joins ACC Head G Lane to discuss former Aussie cricketer John Hastings going full Daryl Tuffey and bowling the worst over ever (00:00)!WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE!Then the fellas review Day 1 of the Black Caps vs the Tradies XI in Bulawayo (08:15), and some fantastic inside knowledge about the Groundsman at The Oval (16:45)... Plus, with the NPC kicking off tonight, Lane lays down a massive 8-Leg TAB Multi (18:50), and the Wellington Phoenix have hired the 'Drone Spying Canadian Coach' (24:30)...Finally, they get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (28:00)...Brought to you by Export Ultra! Follow The ACC on Instagram or Facebook or TikTok Subscribe to The Agenda Podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! iHeartRadio Apple Spotify YouTube THANKS MATE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wellington Phoenix have hired the former Canadian coach at the centre of the Olympic drone scandal in 2024. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

An appointment sure to pique the interest of many New Zealand football followers. Olympic gold medal-winning coach Bev Priestman's penned a two-year deal to take charge of the Phoenix women's side. Priestman —who led the Canadian women's team to Olympic glory in 2021— has just finished serving a one-year ban from the game for her role in the Canadian team's misuse of drones at last year's Olympics. She told Mike Hosking that it's a long suspension and not something she's proud of, but in that time she's had a chance to learn, reflect, and grow. Priestman says she can't wait to get on the grass and do what she loves every day again. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a big episode as Joshua and Nathan talk about the Whitecaps 3-0 win over SKC, Thomas Muller set to sign, how big this is, what this means and how he fits, Canadian MNT players on the move, Vancouver Rise win their second straight and more!TIMESTAMPS:0:39- Whitecaps beat SKC 3-09:48- Thomas Muller set to sign for the Whitecaps!34:00- LAFC closing in on Son, CanMNT players on the move38:55- Former CanWNT Bev Priestman has new job with Wellington Phoenix, says she had to leave Canada due to "media frenzy"40:43- Vancouver Rise beat AFC Toronto 2-1, Halifax Tides next45:00- Chelsea are making sales, Hato and Simons deals close51:16- All quiet on the Tottenham front57:23- Liverpool want everyone and players want them59:52- Morecambe dead in the water?   Twitter:@JoshuaRey00@Ndurec@TerminalCityFCBlueSky: @joshuarey.bsky.social  @ndurec.bsky.social  @terminalcityfc.bsky.social Instagram:@TerminalCityFCPodcastYoutube:TerminalCityFC       

This week in the Niche Cache we start by chatting through NZ Warriors losing at Mt Smart with big crowds and then roll through the development strategies of Warriors, Phoenix, Auckland FC and NZ Breakers. Jackson Ball has joined Illawarra Hawks in the Australian NBL and Tall Blacks are on their journey to the Asia Cup, so we weave in some Breakers angles before chatting Warriors. We start with the NRLW team, then ponder the impact of Wade Egan and the possibility of Sam Healey coming into the NRL team as well as updating the NSW Cup team who winning. There are potential Kiwi Ferns in Tenika Willison, Rosie Kelly and Kerri Johnson to chat through, plus a Kiwis squad update. Blackcaps are in Zimbabwe preparing for a Test series, after winning the T20 tri-series. We have a quick MLS check in featuring Michael Boxall, Finn Surman, Bill Tuiloma and finish with a deeper dive into Wellington Phoenix in the Aussie Cup.(00:00) NZ Warriors at Mt Smart(16:03) Development strategies(30:29) Mindfulness(37:33) Jackson Ball/NBL(52:22) Tall Blacks(01:01:31) NRLW/Kiwi Ferns(01:07:47) NRL/Kiwis(01:28:19) Blackcaps (01:55:11) MLS(02:05:15) Wellington PhoenixPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

This week we talk about the final two games of the Australia and New Zealand tour against Sydney FC and Wellington Phoenix and ask if the club are making the best use of pre season by travelling abroad. We discuss new signing Liberato Cacace, a few more transfer rumours that are brewing and the release of the new Wrexham AFC away shirt.We also look at two more teams that we are set to face in the Championship next season, as we profile Blackburn Rovers & Ipswich Town, read out all of your comments from the week and Siân has a go at this week's quiz.Click to message the show

The Wellington Phoenix stunned famous Welsh football club Wrexham 1-nil in their pre-season match in the capital. Wellington Phoenix academy striker Luke Flowerdew was the hero of the match, having scored the second-half strike that helped the team win. Phoenix reserves coach Chris Greenacre joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Griffiths reports on the final game of the southern hemisphere tour.

Mark Griffiths digs into Wrexham's defeat in New Zealand.

Welsh football arrives on our shores this weekend with the Wellington Phoenix playing Wrexham in a pre-season clash. Wrexham's Hollywood owners have helped bring attention to the club off the pitch, while the players have achieved three successive promotions from non-league football to the English Championship on the pitch. But Wrexham aren't the only club getting the celebrity treatment. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

This week, the trio look at Wrexham's new away shirt, look back at England Women v Cymru Women, Melbourne Victory v Wrexham, Sydney FC v Wrexham, look at Wrexham Academy, look forward to Wellington Phoenix v Wrexham. They also chat about what Wrexham have to look forward to in the championship.

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 18th of July, new stats reveal that Jobseeker numbers are still rising – Social Development Minister Louise Upston explains the situation. Some big sporting events are happening this weekend, with the All Blacks' third and final test against France and the Wellington Phoenix's clash against Wrexham. Trish Sherson and Tim Wilson Wrap the Week that was, talking about Woolworth's prize offerings and KiwiRail banning staff from taking sleeping pills. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wellington Phoenix are desperate to land a high-profile scalp when they confront Wrexham in the Capital on Saturday. The Nix are keen to bury last year's disappointing 11th place in the A-League. Crowds are expected to comfortably surpass 20 thousand. Phoenix General Manager David Dome told Heather du Plessis-Allan that Sydney beat them 2-1 last weekend, and he knows for a fact that their academy is better than Sydney's. He says they'll put out a very good team on the ground, and they definitely have it in them to beat the Welsh club. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wellington waits with open arms as anticipation builds for the arrival of Welsh football club Wrexham. Owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac, Wrexham AFC is due to visit the capital for a friendly against the Phoenix on July 19. New data from Booking.com shows Wellington is the most searched NZ location on the site, with interest in accommodation up 600%. WellingtonNZ Events Manager Heidi Morton told Heather du Plessis-Allan the city offers a great opportunity for a unique location. She says there's still rooms and tickets available. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wellington Phoenix have helped make a goalkeeper's dream come true. Football Fern Victoria Esson has signed with the A-League club on a one season deal, allowing her to play professionally for the first time at home. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

The Wellington Phoenix's inability to retain successful players is in the spotlight again. All Whites striker Kosta Barbarouses is the latest player to turn his back on the A-League club saying he wants to get game time elsewhere ahead of next year's Football World cup. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

The Hollywood-backed Welsh football club have confirmed they'll play the Wellington Phoenix as part of their Wrexham Down Under Tour. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

A Hollywood-backed football club is coming to play in Wellington. Welsh side Wrexham AFC's taking on Wellington Phoenix FC at Sky Stadium in July - one of three Australasian matches set to take place. It's owned by movie stars Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds. WellingtonNZ's Heidi Morton says she expects the game will sell out. "Not only because this is going to be a fantastic, friendly football match, but also the entertainment draw with the Welcome to Wrexham show." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wellington Phoenix's final round A-League game against the Perth Glory, which was scheduled to be played tonight, has been moved to Sunday because of the adverse weather conditions in the capital.

Giancarlo Italiano has been offered a one-year contract extension at the club he has been involved with for the past six years - despite finishing outside the play-offs in his second year in charge. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

The Wellington Phoenix women's coach said he knew his job was on the line after two seasons of failing to make the A-league football play-offs. The club announced today that Paul Temple has not been offered a new contract and will depart after the side's final round match against Western United on Sunday. Sports reporter Bridget Tunnicliffe spoke to Lisa Owen.

The departing head coach of the Wellington Phoenix women's footballers concedes he's unsure what's next. Paul Temple has not been offered a contract renewal and will wind up with his side's final game of the season against Western United on Sunday. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Vuck get the points over the ditch in a tight encounter that left us asking ourselves, is Nikos Vergos becoming cocksure? The Wuck keep on wucking, extending their unbeaten run and the Young Vucks showed some grit. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Coaches: Register for our FREE MSC Set-Piece Webinar with Michele Aragona below: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/442/k3g3rbgy This week, Gary is joined by Head of Coaching at Wellington Phoenix, Joshua Neff, to discuss the Director of Coaching role at youth and pro clubs. Joshua shares his experience at the New Zealand club of building out a methodology but also aligning it with a 'coaching culture' that is built around trust, honesty, passion for the game, and growth mindset. He discusses the unique environment at Wellington Phoenix and how the coaches work alongside one another to help the players and the club progress. Having also experienced MLS academies, Joshua has some some words of advice for coaches in the US who are working through the sometimes challenging role of a Director of Coaching and where you can get high quality professional support.

No A-League team has won three local derby games in a season, but Auckland FC are firm favourites to make more history tomorrow night. Auckland have defeated the Wellington Phoenix twice already this season and have only lost once in their eight home games. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

They're the newcomers who have exceeded all expectations in the A-League, and on Saturday night Auckland FC can complete a clean sweep of their derby rivalry with the Wellington Phoenix. Auckland FC coach Steve Corica spoke to Paddy Gower.