Phoenix Star to Miss First Two Derbies and All Whites Tour in Major Injury Blow

Phoenix star to miss first two derbies and All Whites tour in major injury blow

Wellington Phoenix’s injury-time win against Brisbane Roar has come at a cost after scans confirmed key defender Tim Payne broke his collarbone in the 2-1 victory.

Payne out Phoenix, All Whites with injry

Expeirenced Wellington Phoenix defender Tim Payne has broken his collarbone, which will sideline him from the upcoming rounds of the A-League.

Wellington Phoenix star's injury confirmed in blow to Chiefy's side: Details

Wellington Phoenix have confirmed New Zealand international Tim Payne will be sidelined for the upcoming Isuzu UTE A-League rounds due to a broken collarbone. Payne suffered the injury during the Phoenix’s 96th-minute victory over Brisbane Roar at Sky Stadium on Sunday. CLICK HERE TO BECOME AN A-LEAGUES CLUB MEMBER TODAY! The Wellington star succumbed to the problem inside the first 15 minutes of the Round 2 showdown, meaning he will also be out…