Albert Riera has pulled the pin on his Wellington Phoenix career. Riera played 68 games for the Phoenix, after originally being spotted while playing for Auckland City in the ASB Premiership. "My time at the Phoenix has been the highlight of my life; a fairytale that it was hard to believe was happening. Riera informed coach Ernie Merrick of the decision after the Phoenix's final game of the 2015-2016 season, and while the coach persuaded him to think it over there was no going back for the Spaniard. The 32-year-old defensive midfielder has terminated the final year of his contract by mutual consent with the club.

Source: New Zealand Herald May 21, 2016 04:25 UTC