‘There had been discussions’: Phoenix coach was on borrowed time before quitting

‘There had been discussions’: Phoenix coach was on borrowed time before quitting

Phoenix operations manager Shaun Gill (right) with general manager David Dome. Photo: Photosport Former Wellington Phoenix coach Giancarlo Italiano was already on borrowed time before his resignation at the weekend. Italiano quit after Saturday’s 5-0 loss to Auckland FC. The Australian had been with the Phoenix since 2019 and head coach since 2023. On Monday,…

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NZ Rugby agrees to new deal with players

NZ Rugby agrees to new deal with players

The agreement includes the expansion of the medical, life and trauma insurance cover to include Aupiki players. Photo: Β©INPHO/Billy Stickland / PHOTOSPORT A greater investment in health and well-being, and rewards for long service are among the changes to the new collective agreement between players and New Zealand Rugby. The New Zealand Rugby Players Association…

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