Wellington Phoenix FC vs Melbourne Victory Highlights - October 17, 2026

Wellington Phoenix FC beat Melbourne Victory 2-1 in A-League on October 17, 2026. The match was played at Sky Stadium.

Corban Piper (14'), Riley Bidois (77') scored for Wellington Phoenix FC. Charles Nduka (24') scored for Melbourne Victory.

Wellington Phoenix FC went into the game in position 10, on 0 points. They had won 3, drawn 0 and lost 2 in their previous five.

Wellington Phoenix FC arrived unbeaten in 2. At kick-off Melbourne Victory stood in position 9 with 0 points.

Their previous five had brought 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. That run had left Melbourne Victory 2 games without defeat.

Matthew Sheridan picked out Corban Piper, who scored for Wellington Phoenix FC (14'). Max Anderson saw a shot blocked (22').

Shortly afterwards, Charles Nduka put one away for Melbourne Victory (24'). The keeper had to be alert to keep out Nathan Walker’s effort (28').

Moments later, Corban Piper could not find the target for Wellington Phoenix FC (29').

Charles Nduka sent an effort off target for Melbourne Victory (31'). Philipp Ziereis was booked for Melbourne Victory (45').

Substitutions: Wellington Phoenix FC 1, Melbourne Victory 0.

After the break, a block denied Matthew Grimaldi on 55 minutes. Corban Piper shot wide for Wellington Phoenix FC on 57 minutes.

Soon after, Matthew Grimaldi tested the goalkeeper for Melbourne Victory (61'). Max Anderson could not find the target for Wellington Phoenix FC (69').

Shortly afterwards, the referee cautioned Denis Genreau of Melbourne Victory on 71 minutes.

Riley Bidois scored for Wellington Phoenix FC on 77 minutes after a pass from Nathan Walker.

Moments later, Corban Piper forced a save for Wellington Phoenix FC on 80 minutes. The keeper had to be alert to keep out Michael Ghossaini’s effort (86').

Substitutions: Wellington Phoenix FC 2, Melbourne Victory 5.

Melbourne Victory controlled 62.5% of possession.

Wellington Phoenix FC had 9 shots with 4 on target, while Melbourne Victory had 5 and 3.

Goalkeeper saves: Wellington Phoenix FC 2, Melbourne Victory 2. Corners: Wellington Phoenix FC 6, Melbourne Victory 7.

Melbourne Victory completed the most passes, 570 in total at 78.4% accuracy. The referee produced 2 yellow cards.