The Australia. Women. A-League continues with an electrifying showdown as Wellington Phoenix (w) hosts Melbourne City (w) on Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 01:15 local time. The match takes place at Home Arena in Germany, where fans are already buzzing with anticipation. Referee Marco Fritz will officiate the encounter. Weather conditions are expected to be Overcast, 15°C. Wellington Phoenix (w) comes into this fixture with momentum, although the potential absence of Zimmermann could impact their lineup. On the other side, Melbourne City (w) faces similar concerns with Zimmermann listed as doubtful. Historical encounters between these two sides have always been dramatic: Melbourne City (w) 1 - 3 Wellington Phoenix (w) (2021). Melbourne City (w) 1 - 3 Wellington Phoenix (w) (2025). Melbourne City (w) 4 - 3 Wellington Phoenix (w) (2025). Melbourne City (w) 2 - 4 Wellington Phoenix (w) (2021). Melbourne City (w) 4 - 3 Wellington Phoenix (w) (2022). Our prediction for this exciting clash: 3:2.