WELLINGTON, New Zealand (Interstat) — Auckland City defeated Miramar 2-0 on Friday at David Farrington Park, using goals at the start and end of the match to secure the result. Auckland City opened the scoring in the ninth minute and protected that advantage through a scoreless stretch before adding a second goal in second-half stoppage time. Miramar, the home side, could not find a response and finished the match without a goal. Auckland City’s season record in the competition is now 2 wins, no losses and 1 draw. Miramar’s competition record stands at 2 wins, 1 loss and 1 draw. Auckland City’s overall record this season is also 2 wins, no losses and 1 draw, while Miramar is 2-1-1 across all competitions. The visitors controlled the key moments and closed out the win after the late goal. Auckland City will take the road result, while Miramar will look to rebound from the home defeat.