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    Contrasting approaches to the new Auckland-Wellington A-League football rivalry from the two franchises

    Contrasting approaches to the new Auckland-Wellington A-League football rivalry from the two franchises


    The season kicks off in 11 days with the first Black Knights-Phoenix derby just 26 days away in Wellington.

    Phoenix coach Giancarlo Italiano isn't getting swept up in the hype.



    But Australian-born Auckland defender Dan Hall is embracing the New Zealand feud.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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