Auckland FC secured a 2-0 victory over Adelaide United in the A-League semi-final on May 9, 2026, at Go Media Stadium. The win sends Auckland to the grand final.
Defender Dan Hall earned a rating of 7 for his performance. He kept Adelaide at bay defensively and made a notable 50-meter run before losing possession. However, he was caught out of position on a tackle near halfway, leading to an Adelaide chance, though it did not result in a goal.
Other players contributed to the clean sheet and attacking play, but specific ratings for the full squad were not verified from the source article. The match was decided by goals in the first half, with Auckland dominating possession.
