Wellington Phoenix is making history by reaching the women’s A-League finals for the first time, facing Brisbane Roar in a two-legged semi-final. The first leg kicks off on May 3, 2026, at Spencer Park in Newmarket, Brisbane.
This remarkable achievement follows a strong season where the Phoenix finished second after the regular rounds. They will now compete against third-placed Brisbane Roar, marking a significant moment for women’s football in New Zealand.
Key match details:
- The first leg of the semi-final is scheduled for May 3, 2026, at 7pm NZT.
- The second leg will take place on May 10, 2026, at 2:30pm NZT.
- Tickets for the first leg at Spencer Park are selling fast, with a capacity of 5,000.
- Wellington Phoenix is hosting a watch party at their Fraser Park home for fans who can’t make it to the game.
Fans can catch all the action live. The first leg will be broadcast on Sky Sport 2 in New Zealand and Paramount+ in Australia. For the second leg, viewers can tune into Sky Open and Sky Sport 2 in New Zealand and Paramount+ in Australia.
As excitement builds around this historic match-up, 400 additional tickets have been released for the second leg due to high demand. This reflects not just the popularity of women’s football but also a growing support base for Wellington Phoenix.
While the team prepares for these critical matches, there’s an air of optimism among players and fans alike. They hope to build on this momentum and continue to elevate women’s football in New Zealand and beyond.
