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  •   Home > News > Sports > Soccer

    A massive fortnight is on the cards for the Phoenix women - as they prepare to face the top two teams in the A-League

    A massive fortnight is on the cards for the Phoenix women - as they prepare to face the top two teams in the A-League


    Wellington are away to table-topping Canberra United next week, but first is this afternoon's clash against Melbourne City, a side they have never beaten.

    Coach Bev Priestman's confident her side can compete with the best.



    Kick off at Porirua Park's at 4pm.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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