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Competitive fire has been 'stoked by both sides' heading into A-League derby

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Sat, 2 Nov 2024, 4:17pm
Tommy Smith of Auckland FC greets fans following the round one A-League Men match between Auckland FC and Brisbane Roar at Go Media Stadium, on October 19, 2024, in Auckland, New Zealand. (Photo by Phil Walter/Getty Images)
Tommy Smith of Auckland FC greets fans following the round one A-League Men match between Auckland FC and Brisbane Roar at Go Media Stadium, on October 19, 2024, in Auckland, New Zealand. (Photo by Phil Walter/Getty Images)

Competitive fire has been 'stoked by both sides' heading into A-League derby

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Sat, 2 Nov 2024, 4:17pm

Auckland FC are trekking south to play the Wellington Phoenix on their home turf. 

It’s the A-League's first ever Kiwi derby, and spirits and anticipation are high. 

Auckland FC vice-captain Tommy Smith joined Piney for a chat ahead of the match, giving an insight into the team’s preparations. 

“We know that we can't rest on our laurels, and we wanna keep this run going, so we have to work extremely hard.” 

"We know it's gonna be a tough contest.” 

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