The year 2025 will begin with an intense footballing schedule, but the first match of the year will take place just after midnight in New Zealand, taking advantage of the time difference. At Go Media Stadiuml’Auckland FC will face the Melbourne Victory in the A-League, Australia’s premier division.
This encounter is scheduled for 01:00 Argentine time, making it perfectly timed for fans who want to continue enjoying football after the New Year’s toast.
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Although Auckland FC is a New Zealand team, they are competing in the Australian league this season as part of an expansion project. Currently, they top the standings with 22 points, resulting from seven wins, one draw and one defeat, consolidating their position as one of the star teams of the tournament.
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In Argentina, football action will resume on January 4 and 5 with the return of Federal Regional Amateur Tournament 2024/25. At this point, the quarter-finals and semi-finals will be played, depending on each region. This championship is crucial in determining the four teams that will be promoted to the Federal Tournament A.
The disciplinary court has not yet issued a decision following the incidents that occurred between Andino and Sp. Villa Dolores, so it remains uncertain who advanced, and therefore, the posters for the quarterfinals are on hold.
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