As HN points out, NZers are imports for an australian side so thats an unlikely scenario
Spoonley is pretty unproven however, I'd be pretty nervous to see him starting in goal for the phoenix
Spoonley is pretty unproven however, I'd be pretty nervous to see him starting in goal for the phoenix
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NZers are only foreign imports for an Aussie A-league side if they are playing in an AFC competition like the ACL. Otherwise, they are considered as non-foreign local players by the FFA in the A-league. So it is possible for NZ keepers to get some A-league game time while the Aussie keeper get a bit more ACL game time during that part of the season. If they are in an Aussie side that is in the A-league only, then it is not a problem for that season. If they are worthy keeper of high quality, then they would be considered one of the 4 foreign import for the side in an ACL competition and there is not real reason why Paston could not be in that category, given his international exposure and good solid reputation.