Phoenix Land Abby Erceg for 2026 | Auckland News

Abby Erceg, a World Cup veteran and three-time NWSL champion, is set to return home to New Zealand after a year in Mexico, signing with the Wellington Phoenix for the 2026-27 A-League season. With over 200 caps across Europe, Australia, and the U.S., and a legacy as a Football Ferns legend, Erceg brings elite experience and leadership — exactly what coach Bev Priestman needs to elevate the team. For Erceg, this move is personal: she’s eager to play for her family and friends while using her final years to boost women’s football in NZ. She’ll join the squad in Wellington later this month, helping push the Phoenix’s roster to 17 players as they aim for sustained success. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b5ed4b3010a3d6cb