Auckland FC edged Tahiti United 1-0 in a storm-delayed match, with Matt Ellis scoring the decisive goal.

Auckland FC extended their lead at the top of the league with a 1-0 win over Tahiti United, delayed 30 minutes by thunderstorms in Melbourne. A VAR-awarded penalty was missed by Isa Prins, and Oscar Faulds had a goal disallowed for offside. Matt Ellis scored after a defensive error, and Tahiti United pressed but couldn't equalize, leaving Auckland FC in first place while Tahiti United remain within three points of the top four.