Auckland United shut out Ferrymead Bays with second-half goals
AUCKLAND (Interstat) — Auckland United defeated visiting Ferrymead Bays 2-0 on Saturday at Keith Hay Park F1 in Auckland, using a pair of second-half goals to secure the result. Oliver Campbell and Will Mendoza each played the full 90 minutes and scored once for Auckland United. Auckland United broke through after halftime and controlled the closing stretch, while Ferrymead Bays could not find a response. The home side’s season record in the competition is now 2-0-2, matching its record across all competitions. Ferrymead Bays’ competition record stands at 1-2-1, also matching its overall mark. Auckland United’s next match is scheduled against Auckland City, while Ferrymead Bays is set to host Cashmere Technical. The match remained scoreless until Auckland United’s second-half surge, which produced the only goals of the contest. Ferrymead Bays was unable to convert its chances, and Auckland United’s defense held firm over the final stages. The victory kept Auckland United unbeaten in the competition, while Ferrymead Bays remained on one win.