The newly established New Zealand club Auckland FC has made it three wins in three games, capturing attention and admiration. Meanwhile, Sydney FC and Adelaide United claimed impressive away victories, while the match between Central Coast Mariners and Perth Glory ended in a goalless draw.
Is it beginner’s luck, enthusiasm, or simply skill? Auckland FC has kicked off its A-League journey with style, and its fans are more than satisfied with the results.
On Saturday afternoon, New Zealand football fans enjoyed their first A-League derby between the “veteran” Wellington Phoenix and the newcomer, Auckland.
This historic derby, held in front of approximately 27,000 spectators, had everything: intense tackles, passion, two goals, and one clear winner – Auckland FC.
The squad, led by Steven Corica, capitalised on late-game opportunities, with Jake Brimmer scoring twice, leading the team to victory and securing three valuable points.
In another thrilling encounter, Western Sydney Wanderers faced off against Adelaide United in a seven-goal showdown packed with action and a relentless drive for victory. Despite playing on home turf, Wanderers struggled due to their goalkeeper’s off day, which cost them dearly. Adelaide, on the other hand, maintained composure during key moments and clinched a 4–3 win in New South Wales.
The matchup between Brisbane Roar and Sydney FC was equally thrilling. Despite a small crowd, the teams delivered a fierce battle, with each side giving their all on the field. In a close game that was decided in the final seconds, Jaiden Kucharski scored the winning goal, sealing a 3–2 victory for Sydney FC.
On the other hand, the encounter between Central Coast Mariners and Perth Glory was far less eventful, with few highlights. Both teams struggled to find clear paths to the goal, with most of the play focused on midfield battles. The result? A 0–0 draw in a game lacking in excitement and spectacle.
Round 3 Results
Brisbane Roar 2–3 Sydney FC
Wellington Phoenix 0–2 Auckland FC
Central Coast Mariners 0–0 Perth Glory
Western Sydney Wanderers 3–4 Adelaide United
Melbourne Victory vs. Macarthur*
Western United vs. Melbourne City**
*Melbourne Victory vs. Macarthur is scheduled for Sunday afternoon (3/11).
**Western United vs. Melbourne City will take place on Monday afternoon (4/11).
Standings
Auckland – 3 games, 9 points
Sydney – 3 games, 6 points
Melbourne Victory – 2 games, 4 points
Adelaide – 2 games, 4 points
Wellington Phoenix – 3 games, 5 points
Macarthur – 2 games, 3 points
Newcastle – 2 games, 3 points
Mariners – 3 games, 3 points
Melbourne City – 2 games, 3 points
Western United – 2 games, 2 points
Wanderers – 3 games, 1 point
Perth Glory – 3 games, 1 point
Brisbane Roar – 2 games, 0 points
