Auckland FC had 22 shots (six on target) to six (four) and enjoyed 71% possession, while forcing 10 corners to one. They’ll remain top of the A-League ladder but could be overtaken by Sydney FC by the weekend. Newcastle survived on scraps but still had moments of danger, as Auckland looked uncertain at times at the back. Woud had come forward for a final corner but it was headed away at the near post before Newcastle broke. Auckland FC 1 (Jesse Randall 13)Newcastle Jets 3 (Lachlan Rose 7, 90+6, Will Dobson 16).

Source: New Zealand Herald January 01, 2026 11:19 UTC