Auckland FC are knocked out of the A-League at the penultimate hurdle, losing to Melbourne Victory at home.
The Warriors lose after a five-game winning streak and what shape the Super Rugby playoffs are taking after Moana Pasifika were beaten by the Chiefs.
Cam Howieson of Auckland FC holds his face in dejection as Melbourne Victory players celebrate their 2-0 win, A-League semi-final, 2025. Photo: Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz
Marc is a senior sports writer at Stuff
