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PRE-SEASON FRIENDLY NEXT TUESDAY

Auckland FC are back on the pitch for their first pre-season hit-out as they take on West Coast Rangers in a local friendly under the lights.

Join us at Fred Taylor Park on Tuesday, 22nd July, 7pm, as the squad begins preparations for the Australia Cup.

West Coast Rangers will be turning it on for a night of football, with the bar open for drinks and a community raffle running throughout the evening.

Auckland FC will also be there with a pop-up merch stall – so if you're looking to stay warm this winter, come check out our outerwear and winter gear. It's the perfect chance to stock up ahead of the season.

AFC RESERVES NEXT MATCH THIS SATURDAY

The Reserves are back in action this Saturday, 3pm, as they take on Manurewa AFC at Fred Taylor Park. After a strong performance and a well-earned win over Eastern Suburbs last weekend, the team is hungry to build momentum and secure back-to-back victories.

Get down to the park, show your support, and help push the lads over the line!

TOMMY SMITH BIDS FAREWELL TO AUCKLAND FC

Auckland FC can confirm that centre-back and co-vice-captain Tommy Smith has made the difficult decision to depart the club and return to the United Kingdom in order to devote more time and support to his young family.

The centre-back was a fan favourite throughout the club’s historic inaugural season.

Smith made 25 appearances, including 12 starts, and helped guide the team to a historic milestone as the first New Zealand side to lift A-League silverware. 

BEN PEREZ BALDONI SELECTED FOR OFC U16 CHAMPIONSHIP TEAM

Auckland FC is proud to confirm that Ben Perez Baldoni has been selected to represent New Zealand in August’s OFC U16 Championship. 

The striker started out at Ellerslie AFC, whilst also playing for his school at Selwyn College. He recently joined Auckland FC Reserves to further develop his skills and mental understanding of the game.  

Ben currently features for the Auckland FC Reserves, while several other players selected in the OFC U16 squad are currently involved in the club’s Talent Development Centre (TDC), a training programme that supplements the work of local clubs.  

SWEAT, SAKAI & STARSHIP

Jerseys worn by players in Auckland FC’s first-ever match have been auctioned off, raising nearly $3,000 for the Starship Foundation. 

The five player shirts went for a total of $2815, the most popular being the shirt worn by Auckland FC captain and former Japanese international, Hiroki Sakai.  

The shirt is the same one Sakai wore when he forced a Brisbane Roar defender into conceding an own goal, and Auckland’s first ever, back in October. 

Every dollar raised helps the Starship Foundation bring hope and healing to thousands of children across New Zealand. 

BLACK KNIGHTS JOIN FORCES WITH BARGAIN CHEMIST

Auckland FC has partnered with Kiwi-owned discount pharmacy chain, Bargain Chemist.

The deal will see Bargain Chemist become the Official Pharmacy Partner of the Black Knights.

As well as securing a visible presence at Go Media Stadium, Bargain Chemist will also be backing the Auckland FC reserves in a big way, becoming the back of shirt sponsor for both home and away reserve shirts, along with a suite of other digital and physical branding awareness raising opportunities.

AUSTRALIA CUP ROUND OF 32 TICKETS

Heading to the Gold Coast for the Australia Cup Round of 32? Auckland FC face off against Gold Coast Knights, and you can grab your tickets now.

A dedicated Auckland FC supporters' bay will be set up on the day, so get there, wear your black and blue, and make some serious noise!

Auckland FC,
Your New Home Team 💙