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Dale Owens documents his journey from not having a professional football club in his city to season ticket holder at the local A-League club. Talking all things Auckland Football Club, Dale is joined by Matt and others each episode to delve into all the goings on at the club. There'll be match day coverage, special guests and plenty of laughs along the way. Can you afford to miss this?
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427 days. 26 games. 49 goals. Three A-League league records. Nearly 250,000 fans through the gates. And now — just 48 hours until Auckland FC’s first-ever A-League Semi Final. Welcome to Episode 29 of Nice Drop of Port — the Thursday night countdown to the big one. Tonight, we break down both elimination finals, ask if Western United are still a th…
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No Academy..no problem. Doug Kors reveals the Auckland FC Plan.
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Ever wondered who it was that decided on the Black Knights philosophy that fed into which players Auckland FC signed? Tonight on Nice Drop of Port, we chat with Doug Kors, Head of Player Recruitment at Auckland FC, about building a squad from scratch and the club’s remarkable debut season. Doug shares insights into the recruitment strategy that pri…
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Dan Hall talks us through the Premiership celebrations!
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Well the party was well and truly started at Go Media stadium on Sunday evening as Auckland FC lifted the Premier Plate after 1st pace was confirmed late on Saturday night in Melbourne. Joining Nice Drop of Port this evening is Auckland FC's domineering centre back Dan Hall. He fills us in on the celebrations that followed on Sunday and tells us ju…
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Steve Corica is on Nice Drop of Port!
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Auckland FC manager Steve Corica joins Nice Drop of Port as the club edge closer to that Premier Plate and a top of the league finish. As the Premiership sits within easy reach this weekend the boss discusses how far the club has come in such a short time. Steve also lets us in on the game plan for the playoffs and gives us the road map to A-league…
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With that draw in Sydney, Auckland FC can clinch the Premier Plate with a win against Melbourne Victory this weekend💪 If results go our way elsewhere, a victory seals the deal! And remember, just a point would also guarantee us a semi-final spot—if Western don’t win. Complicated? Well just relax, we got you covered with all the permutations as the …
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Chief Executive Nick Becker and the fallout from Western Sydney Wanderers.
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After a season with very few bad headlines off the field, the spotlight was turned on Auckland FC this week after an away fan was assaulted and rival fans clashed inside Go Media stadium. Auckland FC Chief Executive joins Nice Drop of Port tonight to discuss the incidents and outlines plans to make match days safer. Also we reflect on the 1-1 draw …
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Francis De Vries is on Nice Drop of Port!
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🎙️ Welcome to this special episode of Nice Drop of Port. Not everyone can mix charm, inspirational stories and top class set piece taking abilities together, but tonight's special guest most certainly can. It's none other than Auckland FC and All Whites defender Francis De Vries! Francis tells his remarkable story of his journey, including his time…
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Auckland FC grind closer to glory! Part 2
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A 2-2 draw with Central Coast—but are Auckland FC still in control at the top of the A-League? We break it down. Plus, big moves could be in the pipeline at Western Springs—will Auckland FC get a permanent home? We’ve also got the latest on the All Whites’ crucial World Cup qualifiers and how our Auckland FC boys will feature. And is Chris Wood rig…
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Auckland FC grind closer to glory! Part 1
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A 2-2 draw with Central Coast—but are Auckland FC still in control at the top of the A-League? We break it down. Plus, big moves could be in the pipeline at Western Springs—will Auckland FC get a permanent home? We’ve also got the latest on the All Whites’ crucial World Cup qualifiers and how our Auckland FC boys will feature. And is Chris Wood rig…
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Guillermo May is on the pod and just by chance learns some crucial New Zealand lingo!
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🌎✨ An unforgettable evening on Nice Drop of Port as striker Guillermo May gets schooled in some classic Kiwi slang! Safe to say, he now knows exactly what to do if he's asked to bring a plate or pack his togs! Guillermo takes us through his journey—from growing up in Uruguay to playing for one of South America’s biggest clubs, and now leading Auckl…
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Adelaide chaos, VAR controversy & finals race – Nice Drop of Port Live!
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What. A. Game. End-to-end action, late drama, and a controversial VAR decision that had the crowd absolutely fuming. Tonight, we break it all down—was it a penalty? Did we throw it away? Or a solid point? We’ve got Nathan in the house, Robbie to explain the VAR controversy, and a deep dive into what this result means for our finals chances. Are Ade…
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Everywhere they go, Phoenix get battered.
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This episode does what it says on the tin. 6-1 , Phoenix were truly battered. We recall derby day with glee and an analytical eye. And look ahead to a top of the table battle against Adelaide this weekend. We also have new reserve team coach Luke Casserly on! Send us a textBy Nice Drop of Port
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🎙️ Derby Day Special live from Lillyworld!
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Live from Lillyworld, it’s the biggest match of the season! Could Auckland FC get the three in a row over Wellington Phoenix. Well the answer was yes - emphatically in the end. If you didn't catch it here was our pre-match show live and in person from Mt Smart stadium. Auckland FC CEO Nick Becker joined us, we checked in with Robbie live from Sydne…
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Western United Preview & Mid-Season Report!
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The countdown is on to Saturday’s showdown with Western United, and we’ve got plenty to dive into. Can Auckland FC keep their form rolling, or will Western get the better of us again? We break down the key battles, what’s at stake for the playoffs, and how many more wins we need to lock in a top-six spot. Plus, it’s time for our Half-Term Report! W…
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Tommy Smith with news from inside the camp
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Tonight on Nice Drop of Port, we’re joined by Auckland FC’s defensive rock and soon-to-be club legend, Tommy Smith! What's the mood like inside the Auckland FC camp right now? How is the squad handling the pressure, and what’s driving them on? Tommy also spills the beans about his time at Ipswich under Roy Keane—what was it like playing under one o…
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Late drama in Adelaide and Mattinho Junior lines up his next challenge
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What a game in Adelaide! Well the last twenty minutes anyway! Auckland FC turned up the heat, coming back to secure a crucial point and stay just one off the top of the league. Tonight, we’ll unpack the VAR drama, the shirt-pull controversy, and whether the ref really got it right. We’re also joined by an Adelaide United fan and podcaster to debate…
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Auckland FC Chief Executive Nick Becker is on Nice Drop of Port!
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CEO of Auckland FC Nick Becker is on the show tonight! He tells us how he had a tear in his eye on day one as he witnessed Mt Smart filling up. He also puts to bed all this Paddy Gower talk of the Port being started by the Auckland FC marketing team! We'll also be joined by Comedian Eli Matthewson who reveals his unlikely connection to Matt, Footba…
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Daniel McBreen on Auckland FC’s title hopes, TikTok star’s bold signing bid, and a Glory fan explains what it's like supporting Perth right now.
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This week, we’re joined by A-League legend Daniel McBreen—or Macca to all but his wife and his mother. He knows a thing or two about winning titles and he spells out exactly what Auckland FC need to do to go all the way this season, plus he takes us back to his Golden Boot-winning year when he finished above none other than Alessandro Del Piero on …
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The curse of Matt: Can Auckland FC bounce back after their first defeat?
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In this episode of Nice Drop of Port, we tackle Auckland FC’s 4-0 loss to Western United—the club's first defeat of the season. After six straight wins , and a draw, how unexpected was this result? Was it just an off day, or is Matt McGann—the man who made his debut in the stands—the curse? Join us as we dive deep into what went wrong, and whether …
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Terry McFlynn on building a football club from nothing
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Tonight, we’re going behind the scenes with Auckland FC’s Director of Football, Terry McFlynn, the club’s first football related employee. Terry reveals how they built this record-breaking team from the ground up, the type of players they scouted, and the vibe in the camp as Auckland FC sits proudly atop the league after seven incredible games. Dal…
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The drama, the domination, and the derby debrief—it’s all happening this week as we dive into Auckland FC’s historic run and the fallout from their second derby victory over Phoenix. We’re dissecting the match action, the atmosphere, and the fiery war of words between Italiano and Corica. Plus, we ask the big question: has Auckland’s home advantage…
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Derby fever: Auckland FC’s record-breaking run and rivalry showdown!
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History is being written, and Auckland FC are leading the charge! With five wins from five, no goals conceded, and a table-topping debut season, they’re the team everyone’s talking about. And this week, it all builds to the most anticipated clash yet—the sold-out home local derby against Wellington Phoenix at Go Media Stadium Mt Smart. We’re diving…
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"City United: Auckland's love affair with FC"
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With the team smashing records, sitting pretty at the top of the table, and playing like they’ve unlocked easy mode, we put out the call to fans to share their experiences of this wild ride so far. And wow, did you deliver! From football purists to bandwagon newbies, we’ve got an all-star lineup of guests who bring unique perspectives to Auckland F…
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From Auckland to Manchester: Tribalism, connection and overhead kick goals.
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This week, we dive into the deep bonds of football fandom—tribalism, loyalty, and connection. We cross live to Manchester, from where our special guest joins us to discuss his love for the game and insights from one of the world's great football cities. We chat more about Auckland Football Club's thrilling start, Chris Wood's impact for the All Whi…
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Two late goals seal victory for Auckland FC in the first ever derby with the Wellington Phoenix. Blair tells us what really happened down in the Capital, Robbie pulls apart the first goal which came from Wellington playing it out from the back and Dale explains why he's had enough of Maccas. Send us a text…
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We digest Auckland FC's last gasp winner against Sydney FC on Sunday. Paddy Gower ups the anti ahead of the Wellington v Auckland derby, but the Nice Drop of Port crew have a message for him! All the build up and plans for the weekend and a special guest appearance from one of Wellington's biggest fans. We've also got the scoop on the future of Wes…
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First win on historic day for Auckland FC!
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Still buzzing from watching Auckland beat Brisbane Roar in the clubs' inaugural match at the weekend? Then get a load of this episode of Nice Drop of Port. We get the low down about the Port's first day out and hear all about the queue for the giant slide! Send us a textBy Dale
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Just hours to go until Auckland FC's inaugural match in the A-League!
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The boys return for some pre match build up. Robbie battles the traffic, while Blair has a dust up with his headphones. Live means unpredictable right! Predictions, line ups and guess that derby….we’ve also got a special guest on who’s just landed in Auckland and will be supporting the Brisbane Roar. Send us a text…
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Welcome to this brand new podcast. Just a couple of lads talking about the launch of the brand new A League team Auckland FC. Alex Paulsen's controversial signing, why we should care about an Auckland vs Wellington derby and just why on earth was Ali Williams' shirt too small? Auckland, New Zealand and the world's latest football podcast showcasing…
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Dream signings and a walk down memory lane
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With just a little over a month to go before Auckland FC's opening match, Dale and Matt are joined by Blair from The Port and Channel Ten football producer and commentator Robbie. The boys discuss their dream marque signing, delve into the Auckland roots being planted and take a walk down memory lane reflecting on the Football Kingz and NZ Knights …
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