Wellington Phoenix

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Wellington Phoenix A-League Season Drama: Extra-time Heartbreak and Penalty Chaos

A-League - Giancarlo Italiano - Melbourne Victory - Oskar Zawada - Wellington Phoenix

Incredible moments on the field as Wellington Phoenix faces Melbourne Victory in a thrilling Semi-Final showdown. Get all the highlights and the post-match reactions here!

The Wellington Phoenix faced a rollercoaster of emotions in their A-League season as they clashed against Melbourne Victory in a dramatic Semi-Final match. The game was filled with wild extra-time finish, cards flying left and right, and 'crazy moments' that left commentators and fans stunned. Despite a valiant effort, Wellington Phoenix ultimately suffered a 2-1 defeat in extra time, sealing the end of their season.

Giancarlo Italiano, the coach of Wellington Phoenix, addressed the press after the heartbreaking loss, reflecting on the team's journey and the challenges faced during the intense match. The commentators at Paramount+ were left in disbelief as penalty chaos unfolded, completely turning the Semi-Final upside down with unexpected turns of events.

With a packed-out stadium and over 33,000 fans in attendance, the tension was palpable as the match reached its climax. A last-minute goal by Melbourne Victory sealed the fate of Wellington Phoenix, ending their season in a heart-wrenching defeat that will linger for a long time.

Despite the loss, the Wellington Phoenix showcased their fighting spirit and resilience throughout the season, leaving a mark on A-League history with their remarkable performance. The clash against Melbourne Victory will be etched in the memories of fans as one of the most thrilling and emotionally charged matches in recent times.

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WILD extra-time finish; cards galore and 'crazy moments' as A ... (Fox Sports)

WILD extra-time finish; cards galore and 'crazy moments' as A-League GF match-up sealed.

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Wellington Phoenix v Melbourne Victory - Highlights | Isuzu UTE A ... (Hyundai A-League)

Catch the highlights as Wellington Phoenix and Melbourne Victory played out a thrilling Semi Final second leg in New Zealand.

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Giancarlo Italiano | Post Match Press Conference | Wellington ... (KEEPUP)

Wellington Phoenix coach Giancarlo Italiano spoke to the press after the 2-1 extra time defeat to Melbourne Victory.

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Commentators stunned as penalty chaos turns Semi-Final upside ... (Hyundai A-League)

Paramount+ commentators were left stunned as Wellington Phoenix received a penalty in their Semi-Final against Melbourne Victory.

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Wellington Phoenix season ends with semi-final loss (RNZ)

The Wellington Phoenix's A-League season has come to an end with an extra time 2-1 loss to Melbourne Victory in Wellington.

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Wellington Phoenix v Melbourne Victory result: Phoenix season ... (New Zealand Herald)

Wellington Phoenix 1 Melbourne Victory 2 (AET) Michael Burgess in Wellington This is going to hurt for a long time. It is home heartbreak for the Wellington ...

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Football: Extra-time heartbreak, as Wellington Phoenix fall short of ... (Newshub)

Wellington Phoenix have fallen short of club history, bowing 2-1 in extra time to Melbourne Victory in their A-League semi-final decider at their packed-out ...

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WATCH: Highlights from Phoenix's semi-final against Melbourne ... (Friends of Football)

An extra-time goal by Melbourne Victory has ended the season for Wellington Phoenix in front of more than 33000 fans at Sky Stadium.

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Wellington Phoenix v Melbourne Victory - Highlights | Isuzu UTE A ... (Melbourne Victory)

Catch the highlights as Wellington Phoenix and Melbourne Victory played out a thrilling Semi Final second leg in New Zealand.

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Coach confirms Oskar Zawada has played his last game for ... (Friends of Football)

Striker Oskar Zawada won't play for the Wellington Phoenix again, head coach Giancarlo Italiano has confirmed.Speaking to media after the 2-1 loss by the ...

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Why Chiefy believes Phoenix 'needed' Semi-Final heartbreak after a ... (Hyundai A-League)

Giancarlo Italiano reflected on Wellington Phoenix's Isuzu UTE A-League Semi-Final loss to Melbourne Victory.

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Wellington Phoenix's Oskar Zawada to leave club as Giancarlo ... (New Zealand Herald)

There's more heartbreak for the Wellington Phoenix as their coach Giancarlo Italiano confirms star striker Oskar Zawada will be departing the club. The...

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Phoenix losing Zawada as Italiano plots ALM season two (FTBL Australia)

Giancarlo Italiano says he expects Kosta Barbarouses to stay with Wellington Phoenix, as Oskar Zawada heads for the exit door.

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Wellington Phoenix v Melbourne Victory semifinal second leg: All ... (Stuff.co.nz)

The winner will advance to the grand final on May 25. Squads. Phoenix: Finn Surman, Scott Wootton, Fin Conchie, Tim Payne, Kosta Barbarouses, Ben Old, Oskar ...

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Oskar Zawada's heroics in vain as Wellington Phoenix lose extra ... (Stuff.co.nz)

A record Sky Stadium crowd erupted when Oskar Zawada scored with the last kick of regular time but Victory prevailed in extra-time.

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