AFC’s Mata returning to Shrewsbury Town
- Dave Worsley
- 4 days ago
- 2 min read
Max Mata is leaving Auckland FC after its first season where he had been on loan from Shrewsbury Town
A message was posted on Auckland FC social media from Mata, 24, thanking the club.
"Thank you for everything, for all the good times and memories. My time at the club may be over, but i'll be back in Auckland for sure. It's less of a goodbye and more of a see you later.
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Mata, originally from Auckland, joined the A-League expansion side for the club’s inaugural season and played 19 games in the Premiership-winning campaign.
The former All White scored two goals and notched three assists through his 19 appearances but a hamstring injury prevented him from contributing to Auckland’s Finals Series push, ad the Black Knights fell short in a two-legged Semi-Final loss to Melbourne Victory with Mata on the sidelines.
Auckland head coach Corica thanked Mata for his contribution to the Premiership success in 2024-25 and wished him well for his return to Shrewsbury Town in England’s League Two.
“He’s a great character, a good player and we’ll certainly miss him,” said Corica.
“He worked well alongside May. He was able to create chances and make space for his teammates. Shrewsbury is a good club with a reputation for developing talent. I am sure they will look after him there. We wish him all the best for the future, and he’ll always be welcome around the club.”
Shrewsbury Town were this season relegated from League One (the third tier of English Football) to League Two.
