The Wellington Phoenix head into their finals series in second spot on the A-League ladder following a dramatic conclusion to the regular season last night. The Phoenix's fate was decided last night in the very last game as minor premiers Central Coast Mariners defeated Adelaide 2-0 to claim top spot. Sports reporter Jonty Dine speaks to Lisa Owen

Wellington Phoenix fall short of A-league top spot

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