Liam McGing Re-Signs For The Upcoming Season

Liam McGing Re-Signs

Wellington Phoenix have announced that defender Liam McGing has re-signed with the club on a one-year contract.

 

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β€œIt was exciting for me to get out there for my debut [against Brisbane Roar], especially as it was against my brother’s team – a very proud moment for myself and my family.”

21-year-old McGing played in three matches for the Phoenix during the 2019/20 season, making his A-League debut in a 2–1 win over Brisbane Roar on 23 November 2019. McGing also played 10 matches with the Wellington Phoenix Reserves.

Wellington Phoenix Head Coach, Ufuk Talay says that the 6’3” McGing has a chance to make an impact for the Phoenix in the 2020/21 season.

β€œLiam brings a solid defensive presence to the centre back position and he helps to shore up our depth in the backline.

β€œIt’s good to have him back in the squad and we look forward to watching him continue to grow; we’ll be counting on him to contribute next season.” 

McGing says that he’s happy to have re-signed and is looking forward to contributing next season.

β€œThere’s a fair few familiar faces back, as well as some new ones, so it’s exciting and I can’t wait to get into training – I think we had a good season and I’m looking forward to building on that this coming season.”

Liam McGing and Cameron Devlin After A Warm-Up At Sky Stadium

Looking back on last season, McGing said playing in the A-League was the culmination of a long-held dream for him and his older brother Jake, who played last season for Brisbane Roar and will suit up for Macarthur FC in the 2020/21 season. 

β€œIt was exciting for me to get out there for my debut[against Brisbane Roar], especially as it was against my brother’s team – a very proud moment for myself and my family.”

Looking ahead to the new season, McGing says he wants to push for a starting spot.

β€œHopefully I’ll get the opportunity to play a lot more minutes this season; but like everyone else the primary focus is on getting match ready and pushing for a Finals spot.”

McGing will stay with the Phoenix squad at the University of Wollongong for the next three weeks, where the team is holding their pre-season camp. If the squad stays on in New South Wales following this camp, then the Sydney-based McGing will look to base himself at home for the season.

β€œIt’ll be a lot easier for me living out of home, but for these Kiwi boys it’s a big sacrifice to spend up to eight months in Australia for the coming season – it’s a credit to them.

β€œHopefully we can all settle into Wollongong for these next three weeks to prepare for the season ahead; it’s a great place and hopefully we’ll all enjoy our time here.”