Phoenix fans show their excitement ahead of the teams taking the field. Photo: Photosport / Marty Melville
A sold-out crowd packed Wellington's Sky Stadium to watch the Phoenix chase their dream of a Football A-League grand final.
It was the first time in the club's 17-year history that they faced the prospect of getting into the final - but it was not to be, with the game ending in a 2-1 loss to Melbourne Victory.
The stands were a sea of yellow as fans cheered on the team and shared in their loss.
Here are some of the best photos from the night.
A group of young people cheer on the team. Photo: Photosport / Marty Melville
Happy fans packed the stands. Photo: Photosport / Marty Melville
A fan in head-to-toe yellow. Photo: Photosport / Marty Melville
There was tension in the stands as full time approached. Photo: Photosport / Marty Melville
Fans show their colours. Photo: Photosport
Young Phoenix fans in full voice. Photo: Photosport
There were sombre faces after the final whistle blew. Photo: Photosport/Marty Melville
Two young Phoenix fans hide their faces following the team's defeat by the Melbourne Victory. Photo: Photosport / Marty Melville
