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    Wellington Phoenix skipper Alex Rufer's pushing to maximise his game time in Saturday's A-League derby against Auckland FC at Mt Smart

    Wellington Phoenix skipper Alex Rufer's pushing to maximise his game time in Saturday's A-League derby against Auckland FC at Mt Smart


    After a month out with illness, Rufer played 25 minutes upon his return in Friday's defeat to Melbourne Victory.

    But, he's eager for more...

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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