Auckland FC II
- Leagues Played
- New Zealand Northern League 22 New Zealand Football Championship 10 OFC Pro League 2
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- Related Teams
- Auckland FC Auckland FC Reserves
Results
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Stats
| Total | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches played | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Wins | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Draws | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Losses | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Goals for | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Goals against | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Clean sheets | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Failed to score | 6 | 3 | 3 |
Wikipedia - Auckland FC
Auckland Football Club, commonly known as Auckland FC, is a professional football club based in Auckland, New Zealand that competes in the A-League, the top flight of Australian soccer. Established on 14 March 2024, the club is under license from the APL. The club's home ground is the Mount Smart Stadium, currently known as the Go Media Stadium for sponsorship reasons, in Penrose.
Auckland was given an A-League license under its chosen owner Bill Foley in November 2023, as part of the third tranche competition expansion. The club achieved early success by claiming the Premiership in the 2024–25 regular season, becoming only the second expansion side to win that title in their debut season, after Western Sydney Wanderers in the regular 2012-13 season.
History
In March 2023, the Australian Professional Leagues confirmed plans for the next two expansion clubs to be based in Canberra and Auckland ahead of the 2024–25 season. In October 2023, the preferred bidder as owner of the new Auckland license was confirmed to be Bill Foley, with the license officially awarded on 21 November. Speaking at the time of the license awarding in November 2023, Foley stated there "was a lot of work to do" to determine the name and logo for the club and that he was "not wedded to any name at this point", despite expressing a personal preference for "Black Knights".
On 14 March 2024, the club officially announced its name, logo and inaugural home kit at its headquarters in Auckland. The kit (manufactured by New Balance) featured electric blue and black vertical stripes as its main features. The nickname was unveiled to be "Black Knights", which is associated with several clubs that Foley owns and refers to the nickname of the sports teams at his alma mater, the United States Military Academy. Terry McFlynn was chosen as the inaugural director of football, and Steve Corica as head coach. Auckland announced their first player signings in May 2024, ahead of the 2024–25 season.
A-League debut
On 19 October 2024, Auckland played their inaugural A-League Men's fixture at the Mount Smart Stadium against Brisbane Roar. In front of, a sell-out crowd of 24,492, the club secured a 2–0 win. Auckland would then go on to win their next 5 games and go undefeated for their first seven league matches. One of these wins was in the first New Zealand derby at Sky Stadium against Wellington Phoenix, thanks to a late brace from Jake Brimmer. Auckland finished the 2024–25 season as A-League Men Premiers, becoming the first New Zealand-based club to win A-League silverware. Auckland did not qualify for the 2025–26 AFC Champions League Elite competition, as the team is based in New Zealand and is a member of the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC). In their first Finals Series, Auckland were eliminated by Melbourne Victory in front of a record crowd of 29,148 at Go Media Stadium.
Competing in the New Zealand football leagues, Auckland FC II is known for its commitment to fostering a strong team ethos and a winning mentality. The team emphasizes a blend of technical proficiency, tactical awareness, and physical fitness, reflecting the club's overarching philosophy of excellence in the sport.
With a focus on youth development, Auckland FC II plays a crucial role in nurturing the next generation of soccer stars, offering a pathway for aspiring players to progress to the first team. The coaching staff is dedicated to creating a supportive and challenging environment, where players can hone their abilities and gain valuable match experience.
Auckland FC II enjoys a passionate fan base and is known for its vibrant matchday atmosphere. The team's home games are held at state-of-the-art facilities, where supporters come together to cheer on their local heroes. As a key part of the Auckland FC family, Auckland FC II embodies the spirit of community, competition, and the love of the beautiful game.