Auckland A-League Franchise 2012-13

If I win the aussie lottery tonight, we won't have debt with IRD anymore lets just say that.

Maybe the Phoenix can play in that champions league then seen as no one else wants them JordyBean2011-02-20 02:41:20

I,d rather see a OFC Island A-League team before a 2nd NZ team. And this should happen come 2013.

I know it seems unlikely in the current scheme of things, JD.. but what if they were based in Auckland?
 Essentially then an OFC team would deal with logistics no less harrowing than the Nix.In fact, with the added benefit of more direct flights than Wellington!
 If the OFC needed to be placated or votes required in essential elections looming, Blatter at FIFA or even Bin Hammam for that matter could easily stump up with cash, in the guise of various football outreach programmes that happen globally.
It could also come from, or via the FFA itself.
Remember this in 2009?
www.fifa.com/aboutfifa/federation/confederations/news/newsid=1094553.html

We see a shortage of players in the A-League in a few positions.As far as the FFA is concerned  a few million spent over a few years might be money well spent if cheaper, talented footballers are identified, bought into the A league pool via an OFC team.
Again I will say unlikely, but stranger things have happened in the politics of Football.
RedGed2011-02-20 13:47:27

It is highly unlikely but I would not say it has zero chance. The previous proposal of a OCF team based in Noumea and coached by ex French international Christian Karembeau has not completely been dismissed. New Caledonia has the worlds  third largest nickel reserves.....there are a couple of enormously rich mining companies their that are looking to put money back into the community in a highly visible way. Finance would not be a problem.

How to get Bin Hamman on side?
Hmmm...

 The FIFA presidential vote is June 1st, Blatter is seeking re-election for a fourth term and no doubt had discussions when he met with Oceania in January.
Bin Hammam is considered a possible rival. He might come calling for OFC support,and this could be part of a deal.Very theoretical,but possible.

Talk of a possible Auckland franchise-bid kicked-off this thread. And someone mentioned Auckland FC. Does anyone know where the story originated? scribbler2011-02-20 17:16:23

Might be reading too much into this but why would FFA invest in Auckland facilities if it didnt have a chance to get something back in the future

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Construction of the state-of-the-art "Home of Football" academy at Mt Smart Stadium will begin in May, offering substantial accommodation for visiting teams, new administrative offices and top playing facilities.

The cost is estimated at $5 million, and funding will be drawn from OFC reserves, Fifa and possibly community trusts.

The Sunday Star-Times can also reveal that Football Federation Australia is making a significant financial contribution.""

[QUOTE=hepatitis]Might be reading too much into this but why would FFA invest in Auckland facilities if it didnt have a chance to get something back in the future

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Construction of the state-of-the-art "Home of Football" academy at Mt Smart Stadium will begin in May, offering substantial accommodation for visiting teams, new administrative offices and top playing facilities.

The cost is estimated at $5 million, and funding will be drawn from OFC reserves, Fifa and possibly community trusts.

The Sunday Star-Times can also reveal that Football Federation Australia is making a significant financial contribution.""

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Didn't realise it would happen that quickly!

Was this just OFC reserves or did Sepp Blatter channel some extra funding to OFC  and some via FFA?

...Or did Temaari secure some extra funding from Bin Hammam in his stop-over ..post FIFA disciplinary committee appeal in Zurich for his pet project?? Some funds sent direct to the OFC, some funded through Asian Confederation members Australia, via the FFA...and a perfect opportunity for an OFC team in the A-League to justify the FFA investment.

RedGed2011-02-20 21:51:13

There must have been a lot of wheeling and dealing over the Oceania football centre. It has been reported that the French wanted it based in New Caledonia. They offered $5 million cash plus tax free wages for the staff and set up costs. Apparantly Temara was quoted as saying they went for Auckland as it is easier to fly into directly from most of the Pacific.

I would love to see an Auckland team added to the A-League (as unlikely as it would seem for the next few seasons at least).
I'd call them the Auckland Makos because:
*Auckland has two harbours and a rich maritime history
*The Maori name for Auckland is Tamaki MAKAUrau (which sounds a bit like Mako-ro)
*I'm pretty certain Makos can be found in NZ waters
*Mako Sharks are quick and deadly
*Team colours would be black/blue or black/white to suit existing Auckland teams
*A shark mascot could be used to get kids involved

Here's an idea for a logo (I'm rubbish with Photoshop etc so it's just done by hand)

whatcha reckon?


By michaelgclarke at 2011-07-10
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edit: the shaded bits in the lettering are meant to be blue, scanner couldnt pick it upmichaelme2011-07-11 13:16:13

Yea hard work I know, and I certainly don't have the million$ required.
Plenty of players in Auckland playing in the ASB Premiership and would need to get a fair few imports in.
I'm not holding m breath for this to happen, and realistically money should be spent on building up our own Football scene before investing more into the Australian league, but it would be cool to have 2 NZ teams in the A-League, and a Welly v Auckland rivalry would be cool (I'd just hope the crowds up here would turn up)

My Nephew is also named Mako :P

This already shows more organisation than the 2 previous attempts by Auckland to have a team. I think Tasman (Makos rugby team) may have an issue with the name though.
Why not just combine Auckland City and Waitak in to one team. Surely that would be more than good enough

Tasman-Schmashman, its a different sport :p

But yea why not grab them from Waitak and ACFC for a start then hunt for some more?

If Giltrap can't buy the Phoenix why not apply for the Makos? :) I just think a NZ A-League "Derby" would kick arse

Maybe we should target the ex Phoenix players for the kiwi spine of our team? Shane, Kosta, Glenn and Marco with a bit of mussa thrown in!!!

You sure he was born in Aussie. :P But has got a nz passport.

Can I be drinks boy then

Sure! drinks boy/mascot? :)

Excellent idea Michaelme!!!

pretty sure the kingz came into some strife with the sydney basketball team the kings hence the changin to Kingz, I could be wrong...but I suspect that even though it's a different sport the tasman rugy union will have some rights to the Makos name.

Yeah you're right Prof - never mind there was an American basketball team with the same name - typical Aussies! Auckland Orca's - not used by anyone I can think of and illiteration too.

Wellington Rugby league team uses Orca's.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wellington_rugby_league_team

Auckland Jafas

Kingz - Knights - Jesters.Toffeeman2011-07-13 09:23:08

Jesters aye? Sponsorship could bring some very tasty pies michaelme2011-07-13 09:59:19

you're on the link

All the Nimbys that arrived 70 years after Speedway was first run at the Springs will probably have a f**king whine and get football cancelled as well. Hard News2011-07-25 15:22:04

And you don't get chased out of your last 3-4 professional clubs without reason too.