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\nPia Vlok,17, has become the youngest-ever goalscorer for Wellington Phoenix women.
\nPhoto: Marty Melville\n<\/p>\n
Wellington Phoenix women are on the board in the A-League, thanks to a 38th-minute goal from teenage star Pia Vlok.<\/p>\n
Wellington defeated heavyweights Melbourne Victory 1-0 at Porirua Park on Sunday afternoon in their third match of the 2025\/26 season.<\/p>\n
Vlok’s goal makes her the youngest-ever scorer for the Phoenix women, beating Milly Clegg’s record by one day.<\/p>\n
The 17-year-old netted from the back post, after a sweeping move downfield from the Phoenix attack.<\/p>\n
Vlok’s heroics in her second start for Wellington secured the team’s first win of the campaign.<\/p>\n
She made her debut against Newcastle last week, impressing coach Bev Priestman enough to earn a second successive start.<\/p>\n
Originally from Auckland, Vlok, signed a three-year deal with Wellington last August.<\/p>\n
After a Round One bye, the Phoenix drew twice, before claiming victory in their third match.<\/p>\n
The Wellington side are in the top six for the first time this season, up to fifth, two points behind leaders Newcastle Jets.<\/p>\n