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Football round-up: Phoenix create a verb as Rufer rises from ashes
If they can put in another performance like he did on Sunday night, it is hard to see how the Victory will break down the staunch Phoenix defensive unit, writes Mathew Nash.
Melbourne Victory v Wellington Phoenix, what you need to know
Mathew Nash breaks down both A-League Men semi-final first legs this weekend. Video
Football round-up: Best of rivals for Phoenix finals adventure
The Nix now know who stands between them and their first-ever A-League grand final, and it couldn't be a more perfect rival, Mathew Nash writes. Video
Five key moments that cost the Phoenix their first ever trophy
Opinion - It seems preposterous to take a negative look at the Phoenix's season so far, but it's hard not to consider some pivotal moments, Mathew Nash writes.
Football round-up: Party at Chiefy’s? Phoenix sweating on final A-League fixture
Analysis - We're on the brink of the biggest game in their history - but not a single 'Nix player will kick a ball in anger, Mathew Nash writes. Video
Phoenix becoming world leaders in late drama
When it comes to late drama, the Wellington Phoenix are becoming a world leader this season. Video
Was that the Phoenix's greatest ever win?
Finals football is locked in for Wellington, so how does the crucial win over the Victory stack up, asks Mathew Nash. Video
What the Wellington Phoenix can learn from Wrestlemania
Cody Rhodes' stunning comeback against Roman Reigns should be inspiration for the 'Nix, writes Mathew Nash. Video
Wood saves the day with a stunning header
The headed goal is something of a lost art form, but the New Zealand international had purists purring at the weekend. Video
Football: All Whites v Tunisia, all you need to know
Who on earth is going to score goals for New Zealand in their first ever match against Tunisia, asks Mathew Nash. Video
Football: All Whites v Egypt, what you need to know
The All Whites kick off their international window on Saturday morning in Cairo, here's everything you need to know about the game. Video
Football round-up: The ‘Nix and Black Knights are making club football cool again
The war has already started between the two A-League sides months before a ball is due to be kicked, Mathew Nash writes.
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?