The Road To Brazil 2014 via Wellington feat. Mexico

What did he do?

Expressed his point of view that Roux is not up to it? Was that what it was for?

Must not be allowed to have an opinion.

Expressed his point of view that Roux is not up to it? Was that what it was for?

Must not be allowed to have an opinion.

New Zealand Football is playing hardball with the Wellington Phoenix, refusing to allow the club's All Whites to play against Perth next Saturday.

The Phoenix had believed that its All Whites contingent would be available for the round five match against the Glory, which kicks off at 5.30pm at Christchurch's AMI Stadium.

The club argued the All Whites could play the game and still be in Auckland in time for their late night Saturday flight to Los Angeles to prepare for the November 14 World Cup qualifier against Mexico.

NZF high performance manager Fred de Jong said all of the selected All Whites were expected to assemble in Los Angeles on November 9 (US time) and the Phoenix would not have access to expected selections Glen Moss, Andrew Durante, Ben Sigmund, Leo Bertos and Jeremy Brockie.

"What we've said is we're just being consistent across the board," de Jong said.

"It's too important, we're doing everything possible to prepare the team for the two biggest games every four years. We want to minimise the chance of injury or any possible delay in flights and unfortunately that's impacted players playing for clubs and the clubs themselves."

De Jong said Fifa rules meant the All Whites had rights to all selected players between November 9 and 22.

"The clubs know the rules and they ask if their players can play and in this instance we've just said the players won't be allowed to play, they'll have to travel and a lot of instances they're disappointed and accepting.

"The Phoenix are the hardest hit which is unfortunate. Players will always want to play for their clubs because obviously that's where they earn their living and they want to play football, that's their job, they enjoy it. But we're trying to qualify for a World Cup and we'll do what we can."

Phoenix general manager David Dome did not return calls but it is understood the club is disappointed that NZF hasn't shown any flexibility.

The Phoenix are in a tough position as the A-League does not break for international windows.

They were without their All Whites for the round one loss to Brisbane and the international contingent returned late in the buildup to the round two draw against Western Sydney.

Of more pressing concern to Phoenix coach Ernie Merrick is Monday's away trip to Melbourne Victory.

Louis Fenton will fly with the squad tomorrow and while Merrick hasn't named a starting XI, he appears a good chance to replace Bertos at right back.

"He's looking good at training, he's over his shoulder dislocation and he's trained hard for the last two-and-a-half weeks, in live, physical contact type sessions," Merrick said.

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Merrick is also likely to drop one of his strikers in a bid to get a better foothold in midfield against the Victory.

Jason Hicks and Albert Riera are the likely options to replace one of Stein Huysegems, Paul Ifill or Brockie.

Thanks Fred De Wanker! If the players want to play, friggen let them, you tool!

Sorry if this obvious/been posted before, but can someone please tell me what day and time the away qualifier is on next week? I assume it's Thursday 14th in the am sometime. Have not been able to find a definitive answer

Cheers in advance

I have no idea what ali is on about

I have no idea what ali is on about

See post by InsulinMAchine here: http://www.yellowfever.co.nz/categories/wellington-phoenix-discussion/topics/fevertour-christchurch-9th-november/page/8

It's kinda obvious mate. He & his ACFC mates have bought airfares to next weekend's TW v ACFC match. But as ACFC is "stacked" with (possible) AW's - (unlike you I'm unable to read RH's mind as to his selection), he's paid to fly down and watch a weakened team. Gentle sarcasm, geddit?

Expressed his point of view that Roux is not up to it? Was that what it was for?

Must not be allowed to have an opinion.

I hide it.

Compromise found between NZF and nix. Presser due out soonish

Anyone know if any Wellington sports bars are showing the first leg live? What about the Four kings?

9.30 is early for a bar midweek but hopefully it is going to be on somewhere

thanks

Verbal abuse of another forum member.

Verbal abuse of another forum member.

Please be advised the All Whites squad for the FIFA World CupTM intercontinental playoff v Mexico will be announced by media release at 11am on Tuesday 5 November.

Verbal in the form of text...

Nothing like it. I haven't spied on anyone.

I thought the squad  was going to be announced today!!!!!!

He was having a laugh. There's a difference.