He has said United and Everton are the only domestic clubs for which he would play.

For a game aimed at providing competitive action for domestic clubs preparing for Europe, this was a surprisingly one-sided affair.

All domestic clubs, schools and provincial competitions would remain suspended until restrictions were uplifted and new kick-off dates were announced.

Mooy was out of contract at Wanderers and, besides, A-League rules forbade the payment of transfer fees between domestic clubs.

He has retired from representing his country, having played more first class matches for his Zimbabwe (in various guises) than for his domestic clubs.

The win means a guaranteed NZ$2.5 million at least to be shared with New Zealand Football and this country's other top domestic clubs.

The win means the club is guaranteed at least $NZ2.5 million, which will be shared with NZ Football and the other top-flight domestic clubs.