David Ball. Photo: Photosport Ltd 2021 Striker David Ball was sent off for a dangerous diving challenge in the 27th minute, with the Wellingtonians reduced to 10-men for the rest of the match. The Phoenix are second to bottom on the table. Matt Simon scored first for the Mariners at the 40 minute mark, slotting home a goal from the centre of the box - his third goal in three matches - on a through ball from Marcos Ureña. The Mariners led 1-nil at halftime and scored again in the second half to seal the result. "I thought we started off well, got into good areas but didn't capitalise [on the opportunities] and the going down to 10 men made it difficult," said Talay.