Wellington Phoenix have 16 players in their 2026/27 squad: 2 goalkeepers, 9 defenders, 4 midfielders, 1 forwards. The average age is 23.5.
Goalkeepers
| No. | Player | Age |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | A. Kelly-Heald | 20 |
| 40 | E. McCarron | 18 |
Defenders
| No. | Player | Age |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | C. Piper | 23 |
| 6 | T. Payne | 31 |
| 15 | I. Hughes | 21 |
| 18 | L. Kelly-Heald | 20 |
| 23 | J. McGarry | 27 |
| 24 | T. Loke | 20 |
| 27 | M. Sheridan | 21 |
| 28 | B. Tuiloma | 30 |
| 39 | J. Smith | 18 |
Midfielders
| No. | Player | Age |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | F. Conchie | 22 |
| 14 | A. Rufer | 29 |
| 25 | K. Nagasawa | 34 |
| 29 | L. Brooke-Smith | 17 |
Forwards
| No. | Player | Age |
|---|---|---|
| 20 | R. Najjarine | 25 |
Wellington Phoenix manager
G. Italiano (Australia, aged 42) is the Wellington Phoenix head coach since 2023.
When does Wellington Phoenix play next?
Wellington Phoenix’s next match is Wellington Phoenix vs Melbourne Victory in the A-League Men on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
- Australia: Paramount+ and Network 10 (one free match a week) (Sun, Oct 18, 1:00 PM AEDT)
Full Wellington Phoenix TV schedule
Wellington Phoenix stadium
Wellington Phoenix play at Sky Stadium in Wellington (capacity 37,034).
Frequently asked questions
How many players are in the Wellington Phoenix squad?
Wellington Phoenix have 16 registered players: 2 goalkeepers, 9 defenders, 4 midfielders, 1 forwards.
Who is the Wellington Phoenix manager?
G. Italiano is the Wellington Phoenix head coach.
Who is the youngest player at Wellington Phoenix?
L. Brooke-Smith, aged 17.
Who is the oldest player at Wellington Phoenix?
K. Nagasawa, aged 34.
Updated Monday, October 5, 2026 at 11:31 PM ET