Wellington Phoenix is a professional football club based in Wellington, New Zealand, that competes in the Australian A-League Men. They are the only team from outside Australia in the league, representing New Zealand on the highest club stage in the region. The club plays its home matches at Sky Stadium, where their passionate supporters, known as the "Yellow Fever," create one of the league's most distinctive atmospheres. Founded in 2007, the Phoenix have built a reputation for a hard-working, energetic style of play and for developing exciting young talent, particularly from New Zealand. Their presence in the A-League has been crucial for the growth of football in New Zealand, providing a pathway for Kiwi players to perform professionally. The Phoenix are more than a club; they are a national symbol in a trans-Tasman competition.