The club's manager for the season was Gemma Lewis, with Natalie Lawrence as assistant.

[3][4] Due to impacts related to the COVID-19 pandemic in Australia, including not being able to play home games in New Zealand, the team played their home games at WIN Stadium located in Wollongong, Australia.

[6] Wellington Phoenix started their debut season with a 0–0 draw against Western Sydney Wanderers at the Wollongong Showgrounds.

[7] Ava Pritchard scored the club's first goal in their second game of the season, in a 1–5 loss to Newcastle Jets.

[11] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.