Ahead of the Saturday, October 17, 2026 clash at Home Arena (Germany), the build-up to Auckland FC vs Melbourne City in the Australia. A-league is reaching fever pitch. Kick-off at 06:00. Christian Dingert will referee. Weather outlook: Chilly evening, 10°C. Zimmermann remains questionable for Auckland FC; Becker is a doubt for Melbourne City. History: Auckland FC 0 - 2 Melbourne City (2025). Auckland FC 2 - 0 Melbourne City (2022). Auckland FC 0 - 4 Melbourne City (2023). Auckland FC 1 - 4 Melbourne City (2025). Auckland FC 3 - 2 Melbourne City (2023). Score forecast: 3:1.