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    Auckland FC are excited to embrace the derby atmosphere in front of their home fans when they host the Phoenix this evening

    Auckland FC are excited to embrace the derby atmosphere in front of their home fans when they host the Phoenix this evening


    The Black Knights opened their fresh A-League football rivalry with the Phoenix by triumphing 2-nil - with fans of both teams packing out the stadium in the capital.

    A record crowd is expected at Mount Smart Stadium, and Auckland defender Tommy Smith - whose played in big rivalry games in England - says these fixtures are always special.



    Kick off's at 5pm.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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