The Phoenix have been beaten 1-0 by Sydney FC in Wellington after the referee overturned his decision to award the Nix a first half penalty following intervention from the VAR.

Some “inexcusable” defending and a contentious refereeing decision have cost the Wellington Phoenix men's team a boost on the points table.

Another statement road win for the Wellington Phoenix men, who have continued their unbeaten start to 2026.

Points for the Wellington Phoenix teams away at Brisbane with the men's team beating the high-flying Roar 3-nil.

The Phoenix have stopped the rot of results and taken apart the Central Coast Mariners in Wellington 3-1.