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TVNZ FC: The big Phoenix A-League preview, the Usain Bolt circus, and that annoying hand-over-mouth talking thing

October 17, 2018

Chris Chang and the panel with the latest analysis from the world of football. (Source: Other)

In this week's episode of TVNZ FC Chris Chang leads the discussion with a preview of the Phoenix's A-League season.

The Usain Bolt circus with the Central Coast Mariners is also looked at as well as that annoying hand-over-mouth talking thing.

Today Chris Chang is joined by regular panelists Victor Waters and Jack Mabire.

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