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2 unusual facts about Auckland City FC


A.S. Pirae

In the group stages they recorded big wins against Marist FC 10-1, and Sobou FC 7-0, which was enough to secure their passage to the Semi Finals despite a 1-0 defeat to Auckland City FC in the last game.

Reggie Davani

He then spent several seasons in the New Zealand football leagues, most notably at Auckland City.


2005–06 New Zealand Football Championship

The final was won by Auckland City, who successfully defended the title they won in 2005.

Commins Menapi

In the 2006–2007 season, he became the first player to be sent off in a New Zealand Football Championship Grand Final with a nasty studs up kick on Auckland City defender Riki van Steeden.

Pedro Santa Cecilia

On 11 October 2012, after rescinding his contract with the club and having appeared in only one Pro League game, Pedro signed for Auckland City FC in New Zealand, joining several compatriots including manager Ramon Tribulietx.

Waikato FC

The move to playing games outside Hamilton, perhaps was not financially successful, as the gate numbers were not as large as expected, but Rotorua became a fortress with wins over both Hawke's Bay Utd and eventual champions Auckland City.


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