All Whites striker stays at Auckland FC in world cup year
Auckland FC’s Logan Rogerson celebrates his goal.
Photo: Shane Wenzlick / www.photosport.nz
Logan Rogerson has extended his contract with Auckland FC for another two seasons.
The Hamilton-born striker had a memorable 2024/25 season which included scoring the club’s first A-League hat-trick when he netted three times against the Wellington Phoenix.
He scored in the club’s first-ever game against the Brisbane Roar, as well as in both draws against Adelaide United.
In all, Rogerson scored nine goals in Auckland’s debut season, playing 28 games and registering two assists.
Ahead of a pivotal Football World Cup year, 27-year-old Rogerson has decided that Auckland FC remains the best place to further develop his career and push for an All Whites spot.
“I’m loving being back in New Zealand, loving this team, the fans, and what we have created. I’m settled here, happy here and can’t wait to go again,” Rogerson said.
“Things have really worked out. Steve, Terry, and the coaches have a real vision for what we can achieve as a club and although we didn’t go all the way last season, that defeat will ensure we push even harder this season.”
Rogerson, who has spent time in Europe playing in Finland Germany and Armenia, started his career as a youth player with Hamilton Wanderers.
He has also represented New Zealand at age-group and senior international level and has one eye on making the All Whites squad that will play in next year’s world cup.
“Playing in a World Cup is obviously a big ambition of mine, playing regularly with Auckland FC gives me the best chance of fulfilling that ambition.”
Auckland FC director of football, Terry McFlynn signed Rogerson to the club almost exactly a year ago.
“Steve Corica and I were big admirers of Logan. He fit the profile of the sort of player we were after, but also had just the right attitude and temperament. He’s got no ego, just wants to play football and wants to win,” McFlynn said.
“He was a big part of our success last season, a big favourite with the fans, and we’re delighted to have him locked in for another two years.”
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