Wellington Phoenix Men

ex-Nix: Where/what are they now?

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4 months ago
RR

Has Albert got the right badges for A League coaching?
4 months ago
Now we wait for the calls for him to come coach the Nix.

Queenslander 3x a year.

4 months ago · edited 4 months ago · History
theprof
Now we wait for the calls for him to come coach the Nix.

Now we wait for the calls for Christchurch United to come join the A League.

Actually, getting outplayed quite a bit these days

4 months ago · edited 4 months ago · History
coochiee
Possibly.

https://www.friendsoffootballnz.com/2025/11/13/christchurch-united-unveil-ex-auckland-city-coach-albert-riera-as-new-coach/


Riera left his role at Auckland City in January 2025, looking for a break to pursue advanced coaching qualifications and to spent quality time with his family after “a relentless schedule” since 2022.

https://nz.linkedin.com/in/albert-riera-vida-74221831a

I'll say it isn't bad for an ex-ambulance paramedic.
Wishing him all the best on his new job, and likely also on drastically shortening his work commute time. 

Actually, getting outplayed quite a bit these days

4 months ago
Would be amazed if he has a Pro licence
4 months ago
Michal Kopczynski who played for the Nix season 2018/19, is nowadays playing in the Polish 2nd tier. His first season at that level, after playing 5 seasons in the Ekstraklasa post the Nix.

He's the guy that prior the Nix had played in the UCL with Legia Warsaw.
His club Warta Poznan got relegated from the Ekstraklasa last season.

https://us.soccerway.com/player/kopczynski-michal/6i5WGsYo/

So no matchup with Paulsen this season.
3 months ago
Full game for Cam Devlin, as Hearts win 2-1 at Celtic Park. Huge statement from the Edinburgh side.

Long way to go in the SPL title race though.
3 months ago
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Jimmy McG and Salas off to a good start. Will always have a soft spot for Salas - The exact sort of player you want in the side for the derby, he's all heart.
Annual finals disappointment enthusiast.

3 months ago
coochiee
Full game for Cam Devlin, as Hearts win 2-1 at Celtic Park. Huge statement from the Edinburgh side.

Long way to go in the SPL title race though.

Oh wow. They were quite some distance ahead at one point, but hadn’t had a win since the start of November. Big statement, but not much margin for error. 3 points ahead with 4 months to go! 


3 months ago
coochiee
Full game for Cam Devlin, as Hearts win 2-1 at Celtic Park. Huge statement from the Edinburgh side.

Long way to go in the SPL title race though.

This was very much more about Celtic messing things up. Had countless chances and just couldn’t take them and the new manager (not sure why they changed it up now) didn’t know how to improve things. Hearts fans have been insufferable this season, so was hoping they’d lose this 😆
3 months ago · edited 3 months ago · History
martinb
coochiee
Full game for Cam Devlin, as Hearts win 2-1 at Celtic Park. Huge statement from the Edinburgh side.

Long way to go in the SPL title race though.

Oh wow. They were quite some distance ahead at one point, but hadn’t had a win since the start of November. Big statement, but not much margin for error. 3 points ahead with 4 months to go! 

Celtic with a game in hand as well
Just be nice for someone outside the Old Firm to win it
3 months ago
On the Unused Subs today, quote from Iffil:

"...to see what they (AFC) are doing is quite frightening really for somebody who has followed the Nix for a while, I dont know how WE bridge that gap"

For those who were wondering about where his sympathies lie 
3 months ago
imanixsupporter
On the Unused Subs today, quote from Iffil:

"...to see what they (AFC) are doing is quite frightening really for somebody who has followed the Nix for a while, I dont know how WE bridge that gap"

For those who were wondering about where his sympathies lie 

True Nix legend, and fan!

Queenslander 3x a year.

3 months ago
Michael Boxall, Shane Smeltz and Tim Brown competed at Ryan Foxs golf event Chasing the Fox.  They finished last equal with the Warriors team 2 over par.

Wonder if there might be a special Unused subs episode with them?
3 months ago
Procrastinixing
Michael Boxall, Shane Smeltz and Tim Brown competed at Ryan Foxs golf event Chasing the Fox.  They finished last equal with the Warriors team 2 over par.

Wonder if there might be a special Unused subs episode with them?

Who was playing the best out of the trio?
3 months ago
They only really showed all the teams play the last hole.   I guess Boxall maybe looked the best, but I couldn't tell if they were any good.
HattyCW
Procrastinixing
Michael Boxall, Shane Smeltz and Tim Brown competed at Ryan Foxs golf event Chasing the Fox.  They finished last equal with the Warriors team 2 over par.

Wonder if there might be a special Unused subs episode with them?

Who was playing the best out of the trio?
3 months ago
Was a strange move when he went back to WSW but I guess he was home sick. Hopefully he can find a new gig in the ALM.
3 months ago
Apparently walked out of training/club when he didn't make the latest match day squad.
3 months ago
Al-Taay will have WC dreams like many footballers right now.
Left out of Iraq's last few squads under Arnie. He's no chance of a recall if he's not playing.

Iraq play the winner of Bolivia vs Suriname, in March for a WC spot.
2 months ago · edited 2 months ago · History

Luca Trani has had more clubs than Tiger Woods.
2 months ago
Huge loss for Hearts that is.

2 months ago
Bugger, I still like to follow Scrappy's career. His enthusiasm and effort can be inspiring.
Proud to have attended the first 175 Consecutive "Home" Wellington Phoenix "A League" Games !!

The Ruf, The Ruf, The Ruf is on Fire!!

2 months ago
LG
Bugger, I still like to follow Scrappy's career. His enthusiasm and effort can be inspiring.

He’s had a few man of the match performances too. Hope Hearts can hang in there.


2 months ago
ex WeeNix but looks like Eugenio Pizzuto has been loaned out to a 2nd tier Mexican club. He is 23 now, so guess he isn't gonna reach the heights that were expected from him before his leg injury.
about 2 months ago
Tony P recognized in the Australia Day honours list.

about 2 months ago
Congrats to Tony P. I remember he used to engage with us fans on here.  Wonder if he ever thinks about the club.  Often times I wish he'd come back. 
about 2 months ago
Procrastinixing
Congrats to Tony P. I remember he used to engage with us fans on here.  Wonder if he ever thinks about the club.  Often times I wish he'd come back. 

He was the best administrator. Not meaning any disrespect to Domey, but this award acknowledges Tony's outstanding ability. Terry S scored the club a winner there.
Proud to have attended the first 175 Consecutive "Home" Wellington Phoenix "A League" Games !!

The Ruf, The Ruf, The Ruf is on Fire!!

about 2 months ago
dunnix
Just saw that Brisbane Roar have a Facebook post up saying Rado Vidosic has passed away. RIP Rado - 64 years old is far too young.

Yep very sad indeed. RIP Rado 💛🖤

Just peeped at Dario's story on IG too. F*ck cancer!
about 2 months ago
Thoughts go out to Dario and his whanau.
about 2 months ago
Also here:
https://football360.com.au/rado-vidosic-dies-aged-64/

Actually, getting outplayed quite a bit these days

about 2 months ago · edited about 2 months ago · History
Nice tribute by Stott who obviously had her own jack dancer battle.
Lost a good mate at only 54 last week. F*ck cancer.

about 1 month ago
Davila escapes jail with a fine.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02-18/ex-a-league-captain-ulises-d%C3%A1vila-fined-over-betting-scandal/106358086

Actually, getting outplayed quite a bit these days