Auckland FC parts way with unused winger Champness

Joey Champness of Auckland FC during a pre-season match against Auckland United Photo: Photosport

Football journeyman Joe Champness has left Auckland FC without taking the field in the current A-League season.

The All Whites midfielder has left the new club by mutual consent, chief executive officer Nick Becker said.

"Auckland FC would like to express its thanks to Joe for being part of the early foundations of the club and his contribution to date.

"The club would like to wish Joe all the best for the future in both his football and personal endeavours."

Champness has previously played in the A-League for Newcastle Jets and Brisbane Roar.

The 27-year-old arrived at Auckland FC after playing in Turkey since the start of the 2020/21 season, most recently with Adanaspor.

Champness is also a musician, releasing music under the stage name Jowic.

The league-leading Auckland FC lost for the first time this season on Saturday, going down 4-0 to Western United.

Auckland FC play next on 28 December against Central Coast Mariners.