"Formidable" Auckland finally champions 🏆 + Who was best on ground in the after party? 🕺 | Download Ep 29

Auckland FC are A-League champions! Jake Barker-Daish is joined by Archie Thompson and Naum Sekulovski to break down Auckland's historic 1-0 Grand Final victory over Sydney FC at Go Media Stadium.

We review Cam Howieson's match-winning goal and Joe Marston Medal performance, Dan Hall's defensive masterclass, Steve Corica's third championship as a coach, and Patrick Kisnorbo's incredible transformation of Sydney FC - earning him a three-year deal.

Plus: Auckland's suffocating defensive structure, set-piece dominance, Rhyan Grant's ageless performance at 35, Sydney's visa player struggles - and what this means for both clubs moving forward.

The celebrations, the atmosphere, the 28,000 fans—it was an unforgettable night in Auckland.

CHAPTERS:

0:00 Intro

1:02 Atmosphere in Auckland

2:06 Auckland’s "super powerful statement" in the grand final

4:28 Auckland won with only 38% possession

7:58 The very similar goal Auckland scored against Sydney in round 26

9:00 Joe Marston Medallist Cam Howieson’s incredible story

12:15 Dan Hall’s dominant defensive display