The game was still aimless in the first half, with both teams creating opportunities but failing to convert.
Howieson of Oakland Football Club replaced the injured Felipe Gallegos with a significant chance, but missed the target after receiving a pass from Captain Hiroki Sakai.
The breakthrough came in the 53rd minute when Francis de Vries assisted Louis Verstraete, who scored with a side-footed shot. The objectives were reviewed to achieve offside obstacles, but maintained.
Melbourne Victory tried to respond, but Auckland Football Club goalkeeper Alex Paulsen made crucial savings to maintain the lead. At the end, Guillermo Guillermo added a second goal to secure the Auckland Football Club victory.
After this victory, Oakland Football Club led the league with 46 points in 22 games. Following closely behind is the Western United FC with 41 points and Melbourne City FC with 40 points, both participating in 22 games. Melbourne Victory ranked fifth with 36 points in 22 matches. The next game for Auckland Football Club is the glory of Perth. The victory of the fixture will bring them closer to ensuring the Premiers Plate.
