Home / Sport / Football / Auckland FCSamuel SherryJournalist·NZ Herald·15 Jul, 2026 10:00 PM4 mins to read‌Auckland FC champs greet fans in Auckland CBD. Video / NZ HeraldAdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.Auckland FC will begin the 2026-27 A-League Men’s season at home on October 17, with a new head coach expected to be appointed within the week.

The reigning champions start their defence with a 5pm kickoff against Melbourne City, and host the Wellington Phoenix twice on November 7 and February

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