I'd put zero credence on that Aussie article. It's just a knee jerk reaction to Auckland City being crushed 10-0.
It would be a very big surprise if the Nix (Weenix) got in ahead of Christchurch United.
Auckland FC Reserves I see having more of chance. OFC are headquartered in the 09, and the city is a major Pacficic region travel hub.
But from this Feb article doesn't sound like OFC want ALM reserve teams. Things may have changed.
https://www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/the-press/20250212/282123527220388?srsltid=AfmBOopir_wIMZXdD-8TKqGjpdrqDO9lm4AnKIj2d-Bgnj3QUC3yxSbY
The OFC – which will fund the league to the tune of NZ$10 million for the first four seasons – had an information session for New Zealand clubs a fortnight ago and briefed media yesterday.
It would be a very big surprise if the Nix (Weenix) got in ahead of Christchurch United.
Auckland FC Reserves I see having more of chance. OFC are headquartered in the 09, and the city is a major Pacficic region travel hub.
But from this Feb article doesn't sound like OFC want ALM reserve teams. Things may have changed.
https://www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/the-press/20250212/282123527220388?srsltid=AfmBOopir_wIMZXdD-8TKqGjpdrqDO9lm4AnKIj2d-Bgnj3QUC3yxSbY
The OFC – which will fund the league to the tune of NZ$10 million for the first four seasons – had an information session for New Zealand clubs a fortnight ago and briefed media yesterday.
Prior to the briefing, Auckland FC told The Post that they would “love to be involved’’ in the Oceania Pro League while the Wellington Phoenix said they would seek more information before deciding to formally submit an expression of interest.
But OFC secretary-general Franck Castilo appeared to close the door to reserve teams when asked if the two Kiwi clubs could enter B teams in the Pro League.
“We are not going to be specific but it has to be the eight best teams. We don’t want B teams because we have to keep a certain level in this league.”