Porirua Phoenix fans treated to double header this Saturday

Wellington Phoenix fans in yellow and black gear cheer from the stands at Sky Stadium during a match
Wellington Phoenix face Canberra United and defending champions Auckland FC in a high-stakes double header this Saturday at Sky Stadium.

Porirua Phoenix fans can look forward to a full day of football action and easy travel, with Metlink boosting public transport options for this Saturday’s double header at Sky Stadium.

The Phoenix women take on Canberra United at 4pm, followed by the men’s clash with defending champions Auckland FC at 7pm. Auckland are currently top of the table after three rounds, while the Phoenix sit in fourth, setting the stage for a thrilling all-Kiwi showdown.

To help fans make the most of the day, Metlink is running larger buses on key routes and adding extra trains on the Hutt Valley and Johnsonville lines after the game. Standard Saturday services will operate during the day, with no extra trains on the Kāpiti line, so Porirua fans are encouraged to check timetables and plan ahead.

Snapper remains the most affordable way to travel, and fans are urged to tag on and off to ensure smooth boarding.

Live updates and service information are available via the Metlink app, website, or by calling 0800 801 700.

With two high-quality matches, strong local support, and easy travel options, Phoenix fans from Porirua are in for a great day out, so bring your colours, rally your whānau, and back the Nix.