Auckland FC 2025–26 A-League season

The story so far

Auckland FC began their A-League season in October 2025 with a draw against Melbourne City, as they aimed to build on their previous season's minor premiership success. A later preview describes their opening-round match as a scoreless draw against Melbourne Victory, which conflicts with that account.^{18, 25 Oct 2025} In November, Auckland FC beat Wellington Phoenix 2-1 in the first New Zealand derby of the A-League Men season at Sky Sport Stadium, with former Wellington Olympic player Jesse Randall playing a key role.^{8 Nov 2025} Before their next meeting with the Phoenix, Auckland FC supporters shared an image online depicting Phoenix coach Giancarlo Italiano as a clown, and he dismissed the post.^{5 Dec 2025} Auckland FC won their next derby against the Phoenix at Go Media Stadium, extending their winning streak over the Wellington club.^{6 Dec 2025}

Latest

Auckland FC beat Wellington Phoenix again in their latest A-League derby, extending their winning run against the Phoenix.^{6 Dec 2025}

Key moments

1. 18 Oct 2025Auckland FC open A-League season with draw against Melbourne City.
2. 8 Nov 2025Auckland FC beat Wellington Phoenix 2-1 in first NZ derby.
3. 5 Dec 2025Auckland supporters' clown image of Phoenix coach draws response before derby.
4. 6 Dec 2025Auckland FC win again against Phoenix, extending derby winning streak.

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