Danny: ‘GGF’
Nah. Talay has stated he's definitely prepared to look at releasing players early for that OFC tourney if it helps AWs get to Qatar. And why wouldn't he.
As it stands with Panama in that 4th spot for CONCACAF, AWs are maybe a 40% chance of getting to Qatar. They have to get through 6 football games for that to happen, but winning the OFC tourney and then that Intercontinental Playoff - they are a chance. An opportunity for their slice of Singers in Jan 1982 or ROF in 2009.
Qualifying for Qatar would be a huge boost for NZ football, and if they win come June 13th/14th, likely to be the NZ sporting highlight of 2022. Some folks may even grab a BBQ & write a song. It's gonna likely be a tense, nervous watch for sure.
Meanwhile Nix are zero chance of winning A League this season. Another campaign playing in front of a few hundred folks in the Gong, with seemingly virtually nil prospect of any home games this season. Struggling on the field, cash strapped off the field and now having games postponed as Omicron does it's thing. I'm sure for many fans it's sadly feeling a bit mehhh again.
So yeah come March why wouldn't Uffy help out Hay if he can.