There was so much that was fitting about Ben Sigmund's last hurrah for the Wellington Phoenix last night.
Blood was spilt, choice words exchanged and heads bandaged as Wellington Phoenix defender Ben Sigmund's A-League career drew to a close in typically emphatic fashion.
Before we turn our attention to the finals series, indulge me for taking one last glance in the rear view mirror.
The Wellington Phoenix careers of Ben Sigmund and Manny Muscat ended with a whimper, appropriately enough given the campaign they had just endured.
A second-half hat-trick from substitute Joao Moreira has helped Auckland City open their O-League campaign with a win.
The Western Sydney Wanderers have secured second place on the A-League ladder with a 2-0 win over the Wellington Phoenix.
Ben Sigmund has ended his professional football career battered and bloodied after a typically determined performance.
It would be hard to find a more passionate sportsman than Ben Sigmund.
Newly-crowned New Zealand champions Team Wellington have opened their Oceania Champions League campaign on a winning note, overcoming Suva FC 2-0 at North Harbour Stadium on Saturday.
Tasman United has gone offshore with its first head coaching appointment.
The Football Ferns have been beaten 2-0 by the Netherlands on Friday morning (NZ time) after a quick-fire double from lively right winger Shanice van de Sanden in the first half secured the international friendly.
The lower South Island will continue to have a presence in National League Football following a transfer in the national league licence currently held by Southern United.
The Football Ferns aren't hiding from what they must do better to be medal contenders at the Rio Olympics.
This quote from Wellington Phoenix coach Ernie Merrick sums up Ben Sigmund.
Team Wellington will look to capitalise on their ASB Premiership success when their O-League campaign starts on Saturday.
A head coach for the region’s new National League football team has been announced.
When Ricki Herbert took over as Maldives football coach in 2015, it's doubtful he ever thought the tiny country in the Indian Ocean would be ranked ahead of New Zealand.
Two teams with vastly contrasting fortunes clash in the final round of the Hyundai A-League regular season in Wellington. Will Popa lift the Premiers Plate or will Phoenix crash the visitors' party?
The 2016 OFC Champions League is set to get underway with a hiss and a roar when Group C open the action at QBE Stadium in Auckland, New Zealand tomorrow.
The Oceania Champions League returns this week with new teams and a new host country.
An emotional Ben Sigmund is looking forward to hanging up the boots after a gruelling end to his football career.
Outgoing defender Manny Muscat is confident the future is bright for Wellington Phoenix despite a challenging season for the club who will say goodbye to two stalwarts this weekend.
The Melbourne Victory are just a home win away from qualifying for the Asian Champions League last 16 for the first time, after a hard-fought 1-1 away draw against South Korea's Suwon Bluewings.
Goalkeeper Sandy Davie faced football royalty in his playing days - George Best, Bobby Moore, Bobby Charlton and Geoff Hurst.
The Wellington Phoenix are offering free tickets for their final game of the A-League season on Sunday.
To mark the final games of Manny Muscat and Ben Sigmund, and to thank fans who supported the Club through the #savethenix campaign, the Wellington Phoenix are launching a special free ticket offer for fans who book online on Thursday and Friday.
The gang had the pleasure of sending off one of favourties in Wellington Phoenix retiree Ben Sigmund on The Daily Football Show.
Connor Frith seems like a quiet, humble 14-year-old, but his competitive streak comes out when he pulls on his goalkeeper's uniform.
Danny Hay is coming to Nelson, and no it's not to steal Nelson College's secret to success.
Fans of Oceania’s premier international club competition are in for a treat as the 2016 OFC Champions League is relayed live across the Pacific.
Melbourne Victory's already slim A-League championship prospects are in tatters after marquee striker Besart Berisha was handed a two-match ban for violent conduct.
Teams: Nadi F.C (FijI), A.S Tefana (Tahiti), Vailima Kiwi F.C (Samoa) and A.S Magenta (New Caledonia
The first round of the men's Central League got underway this weekend with a few surprising results.
A non-handshake and a red card are the main talking points to come from Melbourne Victory's 4-1 win over the Wellington Phoenix.
Palmerston North Marist coach Scott Hales hopes Manawatu football fans come out in force to support his side after their impressive 3-2 win over a strong Miramar Rangers in Wellington on Saturday.