Squads Named for Women's A-League Match Between Phoenix and Canberra
The Wellington Phoenix have announced their squad for the upcoming women’s A-League season opener against Canberra United. The match will take place at Wellington’s Sky Stadium as part of a doubleheader that also features the men’s A-League fixture.
After a bye in the opening weekend, the Phoenix are set to begin their campaign with a strong lineup under new coach Bev Priestman.
Key Squad Inclusions
- All five import players: Ellie Walker, Tessel Middag, Sabitra Bhandari, Lucia Leon, Brooke Nunn
- Newly signed Football Ferns: Vic Esson and CJ Bott
“The Wellington Phoenix have named all five of their import players in their squad for their women’s A-League season opener against Canberra United.”
Match Officials
- Assistant referees: Courtney Bremner, Avrol Beecham
- Fourth official: Mikayla Ryan
Each team will omit two players before kickoff.
Author’s Summary
The Wellington Phoenix start their A-League Women season at Sky Stadium with new recruits and full import strength under coach Bev Priestman.