2 weeks Ago By Michael Burgess
Auckland FC have the defensive platform - now it is about sharpening their attack. That’s the view of coach Steve Corica , as they begin the next phase of their campaign this Sunday against Macarthur FC after a fortnight’s break with a bye and the international window. He has been thrilled with the application, commitment and organisation of the team without the ball, as they have enjoyed a 100% record and are yet to concede a goal.
The next step in their evolution is increasing the productivity and precision in the final third, to make the most of the opportunities created. In the New Zealand derby, Auckland didn’t have much to show for their dominance of possession and territory – until Jake Brimmer’s late brace – while against Sydney a week earlier Nando Pijnaker broke the deadlock with almost the last kick of the match..
