Being a global footballer isn't all glitz and glamour. Ahead of their season opener tomorrow, Nikki Macdonald talks to the Phoenix's four international imports about a life lived in two-year bites.
Only points will earn the Wellington Phoenix respect.
After missing the A-League playoffs for the past two seasons, the Phoenix will aim to get back among the title contenders, starting with a home win over Perth Glory today. Here are five areas to keep an eye on.
Over to you, Ern.
Tom Doyle was the quiet achiever of the Wellington Phoenix's pre-season.
The Wellington Phoenix’s A-League season is nearly here.
The All Whites will make their third trip to the Asian Confederation this year in November with matches confirmed against China and Thailand for the upcoming FIFA International Window.
Andrew Durante has heard it all before.
Ahead of the Phoenix’s first game of the new Hyundai A-League season on Sunday, Ricoh New Zealand is pleased to announce that it’s increasing its support and joining the Club’s Family of Five as front of shorts partner.
I’ve been playing goalkeeper for the Wellington Phoenix for five seasons now
The Wellington Phoenix have achieved the highest ever season ticket and Club membership total in their history
WaiBoP United have re-signed New Zealand international Aaron Scott for the 2014-15 season.
The Wellington Phoenix have revamped their squad for 2014-15, with five new faces set to grace the starting XI for Sunday's season opener. Captain Andrew Durante tells SAM WORTHINGTON what to expect.
Normally an unflappable chap, Ernie Merrick was a little cranky on Tuesday.
Wellington Phoenix have partnered with Carlsberg to be the official beer of the Club.
Last season’s ninth placed finish feels like it didn’t quite reflect how much Ernie Merrick’s side improved both over the course of the campaign.
Calling all footballers - can you defend and do you have a link to New Zealand? If so, the All Whites may have a job for you.
Leo Bertos and Ricki Herbert have been re-united at Indian Super League club NorthEast United.
West Ham co-chairman David Gold has told fans there's "every chance" the club will hold on to star New Zealand defender Winston Reid.
The Wellington Phoenix midfield has a distinct Spanish flavour this season but don't expect coach Ernie Merrick to be preaching tiki-taka tactics.
Ben Sigmund endured sleepless nights and "a form of depression" at the 2010 World Cup, as he tried to deal with his omission from the starting line-up.
Bench spots are all that remain available at the Wellington Phoenix.
The 2014/15 A-League season shapes up as a promising one for the Wellington Phoenix who have assembled arguably their strongest ever squad.
Lewis Italiano has extended his contract with the Wellington Phoenix to the end of the 2015-16 season and all he wants now is an injury-free season to make his claim for a first-team spot.
Canterbury United Head Coach Sean Devine has announced a 22 man squad ahead of the upcoming ASB Premiership starting Saturday 1st November.
Auckland City FC coach Ramon Tribulietx says the inaugural OFC President's Cup offers his team a rare opportunity ahead of their FIFA Club World Cup campaign in Morocco in December.
He’s the latest Dutchman to call the Hyundai A-League home but Wellington Phoenix’s recruit Roly Bonevacia knows he won’t be the last as the competition’s reputation continues to grow in his homeland.
A historic 124th New Zealand Football Congress was held in Auckland on Sunday as the global game continued to drive forward progress on local shores.
After playing 32 times for his country over a period of 14 years, All Whites defender Ben Sigmund called time on his international career on Tuesday.
A small but vociferous Westpac Stadium crowd caught a glimpse of a true Ernie Merrick side today.
WaiBop United coach Peter Smith hasn't given up on getting back dynamic striker Sanni Issa for the upcoming Premiership season.
The rebranded Manawatu United start the national youth league next weekend, in what is an important season if they want to have a team back in the senior national league.
New coach Anthony Hudson says the door is still open for domestic national league footballers to play for the All Whites.
There are two weeks to go before the A-League starts but the Wellington Phoenix masterplan is locked in place.
Advanced stats and analytics are becoming exceedingly crucial to running professional sporting organisations, and New Zealand is firmly behind the eight ball.