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Football round up: Stage set for epic conclusion to Wellington Phoenix story
The Academy Awards took place this week, but this weekend will see the Wellington Phoenix bring the curtain down on a run that most movie series could only dream about.
Up the (insert name here)! What will Auckland’s new A-League team be called?
Analysis -'Mathew Nash lists all the potential options for Auckland's football side, from the predictable to the 'Ninja Knights'. Video
Football roundup: Can draws lead the Wellington Phoenix to glory?
The concept of the draw remains a stick detractors of the beautiful game hit it with repeatedly, writes Mathew Nash. Video
Football roundup: Even the refs are playing their part as ‘Nix march on
The weekend saw a big sign that the Wellington Phoenix are destined for A-League Men's glory, writes Mathew Nash. Video
The truth is out there: Why the Wellington Phoenix can finally win the A-League
It's time to believe in the Nix, writes Mathew Nash. Video
Football roundup: Nix hope for Waitangi windfall, EPL's billion dollar spending drop
Mathew Nash takes a look at the Phoenix's big Waitangi game and other football headlines from the weekend. Video
Cook Islands looking abroad to inspire a football revolution
The Cook Islands national football teams are looking to heritage players to improve their results.
Will Brian Kaltak's success open doors for Pacific players?
The meteoric rise of Vanuatu international and A-League champion Brian Kaltak begs a question...why aren't there more Pacific Islanders in the league?
