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    By mack

    A measure of revenge was dished out by the Western Sydney Wanderers against Wellington today, with a Santalab brace giving his side three points, and securing second position on the A-League ladder.

     

    It was a dominant display by the Wanderers, and after half an hour they were in front. Romeo Castelen, mining his rich vein of form, stormed down the right flank onto the byline. His low cross beat Andrew Durante at the near post, the ball bobbling between Santalab & Ben Sigmund before dribbling over the line for the opening goal.

     

    Santalab had his brace minutes before half-time. Castelen was involved again, this time in a more central position as he beat Sigmund then laid off a short ball into the path of the striker. Santalab lined up a shot from just inside the area, firing past Glen Moss at the far post. Replays showed Moss was unable to react to the the strong shot bouncing in front of him.

     

    Wellington tried hard in the second half, mounting pressure against the Wanderers but it all came to nought. Western Sydney ran out the game with measured possession and tight passing triangles, running Wellington out of the game.

     

    The Premiership itself, having slipped away on Friday night when Adelaide defeated a tired Melbourne City, went to South Australia on the back of Brisbane's draw with Melbourne Victory on Saturday night.

     

    In front a strong away support contingent, the win gave Western Sydney 2nd spot, as they finished equal with Brisbane Roar on points but ahead on goal difference. The finals picture has now been confirmed as Perth lost the final game of the round.

     

    Week 1 of the finals will see Brisbane Roar play Melbourne Victory for the second week running, this time in Brisbane on Friday night. On Sunday, two losing sides will line up at AAMI Park, with Melbourne City facing Perth Glory.

     

    Week 2 has Adelaide United play the lowest ranked week 1 winner, in Adelaide and Western Sydney playing the highest ranked winner from week 1. The winning teams from those fixtures will play in the Grand Final.

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    luisenrique

     

    The atmosphere at the Nix pub post match as we took turns dissing FC who are on the screen v Perth has made this weekend more special. The capos of both squads took turns to raise hell in this place. For all the Actives who didn't make this trip....

     

    I really don't want to be hearing this.

     

     

    Nor I.

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    LoganCircle

    Given how bad our record is over in Wellington, I wonder how much having the rbb there affected the outcome.

     

    The fans of this team never stop impressing me. I'm a penrith panthers fan as well as a wanderers fan, and if penrith (or most other clubs in any code for that matter) got that sort of support at a home game I'd be amazed. And this was in another country! Wish I was there!

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    Gazmon

    Notes from Wellington

     

    First of all: we have to do this NZ trip as a tour of duty exercise again. Maybe in two years. On a Saturday, or a long weekend, aiming to get 500 people over. There was nothing about this ToD that I could fault. Quite the opposite. The best trip I've been on.

     

    Second: what I love about these away trips is that I get to meet people that I've "known" for years from the forum, and all if a sudden they appear in the flesh.

     

    Third: The hospitality of the phoenix crowd was extraordinary. They had no problems mingling with us at "our" pub and welcomed us at "their" pub. And not a single cop in sight. Not a whiff!

     

    Fourth: if we think of the wsw as a community club then think again. As we were present at "their" pub, we got to hear the speeches of Siegmund and Merrick, had chats and selfies with their players etc. Talk about a family environment. They adore Ernie Merrick. And why wouldn't they? Top coach and top bloke.

     

    Fifth: the RBB is rather a fluid thing. It consists of whoever is present at the time. It's not the raucous lot from Bay 56 that makes the music, but a mix of all sorts. Everyone put in a shift to the best of their capabilities, and that needs to be acknowledged. And unless I am mistaken, this Motley Crüe of wsw supporters came across quite convincingly on TV, did it not?

     

    Sixth: a special thanks to the dedicated cheerleaders, La Banda members, and enthusiasts like Pup and DamnedUnited. It is you guys who make these trips possible, worthwhile, and special for all of us. Thank you! I am dreaming of getting capo and all of La Banda over, and maybe the club could help to subsidise their journey. They deserve it.

     

    And finally: it's past 11pm - time for my meeting with the sandman. Unfortunately the meeting will only last til 4am as I have to head to the airport so I can go to work tomorrow morning. Faark me.

     

    See you at the semi, bitches.

     

    I find the football community in NZ is fantastic. So family friendly and always welcoming. After local football games the home club hosts the away team with a dinner/lunch... love it!

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    beatsurrender

    Wow, Sounds like Welly needs to be a must-do away game. Nothing but positive comments. Would be awesome if we could double the numbers next time, I'm in. No cops really? I reckon it would be worth it just to see that (or not see, if you get my drift)

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    Zelinsky
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    Wow, Sounds like Welly needs to be a must-do away game. Nothing but positive comments. Would be awesome if we could double the numbers next time, I'm in. No cops really? I reckon it would be worth it just to see that (or not see, if you get my drift)

     

    We walked ourselves to the concourse in front of Westpac, then marched and sang ourselves into the stadium, without anyone holding our hands.

     

    I felt mighty unsecure when I realised that police, marshalls and security weren't there to protect me from the wind, the sunshine, and possible bird droppings. But we made it safely into the stadium - just. I'd hate to think what could have happened.

     

    It looks like nanny state NSW philosophies are yet to catch up with NZ. Maybe we ought to send Andrew Scipione over for a while to sort them out. I mean: pubs open on Sunday night/Monday morning until 3am!? Unheard of. Scandalous!

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    Davo

     

    I say, with no hesitation, that was the best trip I have ever been on.

     

    Could you hear Wellington sing but ?

     

     

    From the coverage it appeared that the away bay could not in fact hear Wellington sing. I believe they intended to sing on their own.

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    Gazmon

     

    Quick question,

     

    If Adelaide win their home semi, that makes the grand final at Coopers/ Adelaide Oval no? 

     

    Correct.

     

     

    Adelaide Oval it would be. Coopers too small for a GF.

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    Zelinsky

    Currently typing this from Adelaide, will be attending their semi - will be doing everything I can up to and including getting thrown out to put them off their game.

    Backburning the pitch at half time? Casually wondering from bay to bay, releasing stink bombs? Handing out leaflets, remembering the locals that Adelaide has been referred to as a p1ssant town? Spreading rumours that their tapwater is polluted (looks and tastes like it)?

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    hawks2767

     

    Currently typing this from Adelaide, will be attending their semi - will be doing everything I can up to and including getting thrown out to put them off their game.

    Backburning the pitch at half time? Casually wondering from bay to bay, releasing stink bombs? Handing out leaflets, remembering the locals that Adelaide has been referred to as a p1ssant town? Spreading rumours that their tapwater is polluted (looks and tastes like it)?

     

     

    I make insulting comments towards their dwindling employment opportunities after the closure of the Holden factory in 2017, then walk out triumphantly.

     

    Pulling on Adelaide merch and ripping a flare...

    Wouldn't work. They are doing it themselves, no consequences. Must not be considered "significant" by FFA.

     

     

    I stood there the other night and watched one of their dumbass casuals fail at lighting a flare, 2 streets over after the game.

     

    3 times before he gave up.

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    jaepee36

    Out of curiousity does anyone recall the flight ticket prices (a bracket will do) to Brisbane once we were confirmed to play them in the gf of 2014? I'm trying to convince my wife that I've done the right thing and happy to cop the loss if Adelaide lose.

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    West13

    Out of curiousity does anyone recall the flight ticket prices (a bracket will do) to Brisbane once we were confirmed to play them in the gf of 2014? I'm trying to convince my wife that I've done the right thing and happy to cop the loss if Adelaide lose.

    Text me bro

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    delilah

     

    Currently typing this from Adelaide, will be attending their semi - will be doing everything I can up to and including getting thrown out to put them off their game.

    Backburning the pitch at half time? Casually wondering from bay to bay, releasing stink bombs? Handing out leaflets, remembering the locals that Adelaide has been referred to as a p1ssant town? Spreading rumours that their tapwater is polluted (looks and tastes like it)?

     

    that or turn up wearing a 'barrel' ;)

    Alright guys, booking flights to Adelaide for the weekend of 1st-2nd May.

     

    If they lose, I'll can them. Ha

    looked on sky scanner tonight...175 return to adel flying 'toiger' 

    out sun morning back mon arvo

    contemplating the same 'insurance' policy if we win and the reds win

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    dmixtaaa

    Out of curiousity does anyone recall the flight ticket prices (a bracket will do) to Brisbane once we were confirmed to play them in the gf of 2014? I'm trying to convince my wife that I've done the right thing and happy to cop the loss if Adelaide lose.

    Get rid of her dude she'll never understand... :ninja:

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