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WPW Grand Final vs Melbourne City | Sat 16th May | 6:15pm | Sky Sports
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Brought a few extra if anyone wants a ticket.
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Our head 2 head with Melbourne City is dire to say the least with City winning all 8 encounters.
but you know what, we only need to win once for it to count!
COYN
but you know what, we only need to win once for it to count!
COYN
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Noah4thenix wrote:
Our head 2 head with Melbourne City is dire to say the least with City winning all 8 encounters.
but you know what, we only need to win once for it to count!
COYN
Just another first to add to a season of firsts would be rather approriate to do it in a GF.
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ballane wrote:Noah4thenix wrote:Just another first to add to a season of firsts would be rather approriate to do it in a GF.
Our head 2 head with Melbourne City is dire to say the least with City winning all 8 encounters.
but you know what, we only need to win once for it to count!
COYN
Grand Final and 100th game - Perfect time to do it!
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Mel City's defence is pretty solid (Stott and co). They are hard to score against as Mel Vic found out in the SF. Couldn't put one past them in 180mins.
City have often won by the solitary goal this season, so they aren't streets ahead of everyone else, But that old saying defence wins championships.
Final games are a different beast though. Pressure in a one off match can make a massive difference. If we can score first and put them under pressure, I think we can win this.
City have often won by the solitary goal this season, so they aren't streets ahead of everyone else, But that old saying defence wins championships.
Final games are a different beast though. Pressure in a one off match can make a massive difference. If we can score first and put them under pressure, I think we can win this.
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We have been the two best teams all season, and quite even overall so I wouldn't expect this final to be much different. They of course had two more games they won than us being the difference, while we had a better Goals For and Against.
There record at Aami Park this season was 3 wins and 1 lost (1-3 to Jets) 7 goals for and 5 against.
There record at Aami Park this season was 3 wins and 1 lost (1-3 to Jets) 7 goals for and 5 against.
I'm an optimistic pessimist.
I'm positive things will go wrong.
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We need to watch that Jets game to see how they did it. Was their first win over them as well.
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Vic Nix have kindly passed on their pre-match venue and time for Saturday: Pink Lemonade, Richmond from 1.30PM (match Kick off at 4.30PM)
Got my ticket - see you there.
Got my ticket - see you there.
Typhoon Tim
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Its so nice to read Wellington Phoenix and Grand Final in the same sentance. 19 years is a long time for a club.
One think about the final is that in AAMi park the atmosphere wont be a problem for the Nix. Its a huge cavern of a stadium and City are known as "no fans united" for a reason.
We can match them but i think there will be only one goal in the match. Whoever scores first will be quite capable of defending a lead
One think about the final is that in AAMi park the atmosphere wont be a problem for the Nix. Its a huge cavern of a stadium and City are known as "no fans united" for a reason.
We can match them but i think there will be only one goal in the match. Whoever scores first will be quite capable of defending a lead
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Im in Wellington this weekend, wheres a good pub in the city to watch the game! Ty
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Noah4thenix wrote:
Our head 2 head with Melbourne City is dire to say the least with City winning all 8 encounters.
but you know what, we only need to win once for it to count!
COYN
Statistics never lie and Wellington Phoenix have never lost a Grand Final.
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Looks to be an AFL game starting at the MCG at the same time, so I'm guessing that will make things a lot busier in the area!
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Fenix wrote:
Looks to be an AFL game starting at the MCG at the same time, so I'm guessing that will make things a lot busier in the area!
damn, i was hoping that be Sunday and take it in.
Proud to have attended the first 175 Consecutive "Home" Wellington Phoenix "A League" Games !!
The Ruf, The Ruf, The Ruf is on Fire!!
The Ruf, The Ruf, The Ruf is on Fire!!
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LG wrote:Fenix wrote:damn, i was hoping that be Sunday and take it in.
Looks to be an AFL game starting at the MCG at the same time, so I'm guessing that will make things a lot busier in the area!
Essendin v Fremantle is at the MCG Sunday only thing is all going well we might be a bit dusty.
Shame about Saturday as could be a cracker Demons vHawks
Shame about Saturday as could be a cracker Demons vHawks
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anth183 wrote:
Im in Wellington this weekend, wheres a good pub in the city to watch the game! Ty
Four Kings on Taranaki Street is the usual (unless something big clashes), but if your schedule allows for getting out to Lower Hutt then the club are hosting a watch party at Fraser Park (look for Ricoh Sports Centre on Google Maps).
Details of the event and how to RSVP are in their Facebook post.
Details of the event and how to RSVP are in their Facebook post.
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Congratulations to Isabella Mossin who has been named the youngest Ninja A-League Referee of the Year! 🙌
— Ninja A-League (@aleaguewomen) May 12, 2026
She's also been appointed as the referee for this Saturday's Grand Final at AAMI Park 👏 pic.twitter.com/xcDymyHWQx
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https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/360977359/stands-pitch-wellington-phoenix-teen-pia-vloks-rise-grand-final
Now the rising star is set to take centre stage in the biggest game in the team’s short history, with her head-to-head battle against City’s 17-year-old midfielder Shelby McMahon shaping as one of the key matchups.
Now the rising star is set to take centre stage in the biggest game in the team’s short history, with her head-to-head battle against City’s 17-year-old midfielder Shelby McMahon shaping as one of the key matchups.
The two teenagers have scored six goals apiece in breakout seasons and were instrumental in their semifinal victories last weekend.
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I’ve found myself in Auckland for the week, does anyone know where might be playing the game up here?
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We are definitely the under dogs for this game. But all the Aussie pundits on A Leagues Dub Zone podcast are picking a Nix win in the final.
That worries me.
That worries me.
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ballane wrote:LG wrote:Essendin v Fremantle is at the MCG Sunday only thing is all going well we might be a bit dusty.Fenix wrote:damn, i was hoping that be Sunday and take it in.
Looks to be an AFL game starting at the MCG at the same time, so I'm guessing that will make things a lot busier in the area!
Shame about Saturday as could be a cracker Demons vHawks
Do they do gate sales?
Proud to have attended the first 175 Consecutive "Home" Wellington Phoenix "A League" Games !!
The Ruf, The Ruf, The Ruf is on Fire!!
The Ruf, The Ruf, The Ruf is on Fire!!
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Friar Tuck wrote:
I’ve found myself in Auckland for the week, does anyone know where might be playing the game up here?
The only option I've found is Schapiro's in Eden Terrace. It's not listed under 'Live and Loud', though, so it might just be a screen tucked in somewhere.
Not ideal but better than nothing, I suppose.
https://www.schapirossportsbar.co.nz/schedule
Not ideal but better than nothing, I suppose.
https://www.schapirossportsbar.co.nz/schedule
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LG wrote:ballane wrote:Do they do gate sales?LG wrote:Essendin v Fremantle is at the MCG Sunday only thing is all going well we might be a bit dusty.Fenix wrote:damn, i was hoping that be Sunday and take it in.
Looks to be an AFL game starting at the MCG at the same time, so I'm guessing that will make things a lot busier in the area!
Shame about Saturday as could be a cracker Demons vHawks
With the way the Bombers have been going it wont sell out. If im healthy i will probably go
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Melbourne City v Wellington Phoenix
Saturday, May 16 – AAMI Park– 4:15pm AEST
Saturday, May 16 – AAMI Park– 4:15pm AEST
Melbourne City squad:
2. Ellie WILSON, 3. Danielle TURNER, 5. Taylor OTTO, 6. Leticia MCKENNA, 7. Danella BUTRUS, 8. Alexia APOSTOLAKIS, 9. Holly McNAMARA, 11. Deven JACKSON, 12. Shelby McMAHON, 13. Rebekah STOTT, 14. Laura HUGHES, 16. Karly ROESTBAKKEN, 18. Leah DAVIDSON, 20. Caitlin KARIC, 21. Aideen KEANE, 22. Bryleeh HENRY, 23. Melissa BARBIERI (GK), 24. Malena MIERES (GK), 25. Ayana AOYAGI (GK).
2. Ellie WILSON, 3. Danielle TURNER, 5. Taylor OTTO, 6. Leticia MCKENNA, 7. Danella BUTRUS, 8. Alexia APOSTOLAKIS, 9. Holly McNAMARA, 11. Deven JACKSON, 12. Shelby McMAHON, 13. Rebekah STOTT, 14. Laura HUGHES, 16. Karly ROESTBAKKEN, 18. Leah DAVIDSON, 20. Caitlin KARIC, 21. Aideen KEANE, 22. Bryleeh HENRY, 23. Melissa BARBIERI (GK), 24. Malena MIERES (GK), 25. Ayana AOYAGI (GK).
In: 7. Danella BUTRUS (returns from injury).
Out: Nil.
Unavailable: 10. Izabella RAKO (international duty), 15. Chinaza UCHENDU (suspension), 17. Kaya JUGOVIC, 19. Keira SARRIS (both international duty).
Out: Nil.
Unavailable: 10. Izabella RAKO (international duty), 15. Chinaza UCHENDU (suspension), 17. Kaya JUGOVIC, 19. Keira SARRIS (both international duty).
Wellington Phoenix squad:
1. Victoria ESSON (gk), 3. Tiana JABER, 4. Mackenzie BARRY, 5. Ellie WALKER, 7. Grace JALE, 8. Macey FRASER, 11. Manaia ELLIOTT, 14. Lucía LEÓN, 15. Daisy BRAZENDALE, 16. Marisa VAN DER MEER, 21. Lara WALL, 22. Aimee DANIELI (gk), 23. Brooke NUNN, 24. Pia VLOK, 27. Zoe BENSON, 29. Mikaela BANGALAN, 30. Mackenzie ANTHONY, 31. Makala WOODS, 32. Emma PIJNENBURG.
Ins: Nil.
Outs: Nil.
Unavailable: 2. CJ BOTT (c) (pregnant), 6. Tessel MIDDAG (injured), 9. Sabitra BHANDARI (injured), 10. Alyssa WHINHAM (injured), 20. Emma MAIN (injured).
1. Victoria ESSON (gk), 3. Tiana JABER, 4. Mackenzie BARRY, 5. Ellie WALKER, 7. Grace JALE, 8. Macey FRASER, 11. Manaia ELLIOTT, 14. Lucía LEÓN, 15. Daisy BRAZENDALE, 16. Marisa VAN DER MEER, 21. Lara WALL, 22. Aimee DANIELI (gk), 23. Brooke NUNN, 24. Pia VLOK, 27. Zoe BENSON, 29. Mikaela BANGALAN, 30. Mackenzie ANTHONY, 31. Makala WOODS, 32. Emma PIJNENBURG.
Ins: Nil.
Outs: Nil.
Unavailable: 2. CJ BOTT (c) (pregnant), 6. Tessel MIDDAG (injured), 9. Sabitra BHANDARI (injured), 10. Alyssa WHINHAM (injured), 20. Emma MAIN (injured).
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Really concerning to see Pia with an icepack and limping after injuring her ankle again in training. Really hope if she isnt up to starting they give Macey the start instead.
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Very concerning.
Good that TVNZ actually sent a journo to cover the game as they easily could have asked their Australian correspondent to do it.
Good that TVNZ actually sent a journo to cover the game as they easily could have asked their Australian correspondent to do it.
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ballane wrote:
Really concerning to see Pia with an icepack and limping after injuring her ankle again in training. Really hope if she isnt up to starting they give Macey the start instead.
Yeh that's really concerning. TThey won't start Macey. Not sure what's going on there.
It'll be Anthony and Leon.
It'll be Anthony and Leon.
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Any decision on yellow/black stripes or the black away kit? Both men and woman Nix teams wore the black away kit in the league fixture vs City but think the stripes would be fine.
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