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Bayliss kicks off Auckland's season in style
Lachie Bayliss scores a long-range rocket for Auckland FC against Melbourne City.
For the A-League, a new season brings an old challenge: How do you make people care?
The start of the 2026-27 A-League Men and A-League Women seasons is upon us and, while there will be fresh stars and storylines, the biggest challenge will be rebuilding buzz, connection and belief.
A-League Men 2026-27 season preview: Key players, storylines
Who rises, who falls and who takes the silverware? ESPN breaks down every A-League Men team ahead of a wide-open 2026-27 season.
A-League kit rankings: Which club has 2026-27's best jerseys?
From throwback classics to bold new designs, ESPN ranks every A-League club's kit for 2026-27. Which set of jerseys takes the crown?
Tottenham ease into preseason tour with victory over Auckland FC
Tottenham Hotspur have got their preseason tour in New Zealand and Australia off to a good start after beating A-League champions Auckland FC 2-0 on Sunday.
A-League triumph the latest achievement in Hiroki Sakai's underrated career
Hiroki Sakai's decision to join Auckland FC has now led to him becoming an A-League Men championship-winning captain.
Auckland's Grand Final win caps fairytale for Corica, Howieson
Steve Corica's status as one of the great A-League Men coaches has been confirmed with Auckland's first A-League Men championship victory.
Auckland FC claim A-League title
Auckland FC defeat Sydney FC 1-0 to become A-League champions in just their second season.
Auckland down Sky Blues to claim ALM championship
Auckland FC have claimed a historic A-League Men championship title with a 1-0 grand final win over Sydney FC.
Auckland FC leading what seems to be a golden era for New Zealand football
Football in New Zealand is having a moment. And now Auckland FC, the A-League's newest side. has the chance to seal it in silverware in front of a sold-out Mount Smart Stadium.
A-League Men Standings
| # | TEAM | GP | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Auckland FC | 1 | +2 | 3 |
| 2 | Macarthur FC | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| 3 | Newcastle Jets | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 4 | Central Coast Mar.. | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 5 | Sydney FC | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 6 | Western Sydney Wa.. | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 7 | Adelaide United | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 8 | Brisbane Roar | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | Melbourne Victory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | Wellington Phoeni.. | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 11 | Perth Glory | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 12 | Melbourne City FC | 1 | -2 | 0 |
Team Leaders
Top Scorers
| # | Player | Goals | M | A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Lachlan Baylis.. | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 77 | Lachlan Brook | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1 | Michael Woud | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Top Assists
| # | Player | Assists | M | G |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | Francis de Vri.. | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1 | Michael Woud | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2 | Hiroki Sakai | 0 | 1 | 0 |