History Makers: Phoenix AND Auckland To Reach A-League Grand Final? PLUS: Finn Surman Exclusive!
The Unused SubsShow Notes
Another gargantuan episode for The Unused Subs as we tackle a phenomenal week in New Zealand's football history - not only has the Wellington Phoenix made the A-League Women's GRAND FINAL, but Auckland FC has the chance to make the men's equivalent. Just think: TWO KIWI TEAMS in the A-League Grand Finals?!
And not only that, but FINN SURMAN of the Portland Timbers takes time out of his busy schedule to talk the FIFA WORLD CUP and his plans for going toe to toe with LIONEL MESSI in the MLS this week!
Phoenix goalkeeper VIC ESSON joins the bench too and relives the magic moment at Porirua Park... nearly 6,000 fans crammed in there to watch history being made.
Then the Subs lads go it alone, and predict what happens when Auckland FC meets Adelaide in the 2nd Leg Semifinal this Friday night. We pose the question: What role will LIAM GILLION play in AFC making their first-ever Grand Final?!
A huge week demands an equally huge episode... we hope you enjoy it!
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