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    It's time to rev up the planning for next season for the Phoenix, who're packing their bags to head home to Wellington

    It's time to rev up the planning for next season for the Phoenix, who're packing their bags to head home to Wellington


    Their elimination from the A-League football playoffs at the first hurdle also ends their time on the road in Australia.

    Ufuk Talay says he has "14 or 15" players signed for next season.

    And there are a few important positions he needs to fill with visa players - but there's no hurry.



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