COVID-19: An opportunity for the AFC
The collapse of Ceres-Negros, the most successful and well-supported team in the Philippines, is a direct result of the economic impact of COVID-19. They…
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The collapse of Ceres-Negros, the most successful and well-supported team in the Philippines, is a direct result of the economic impact of COVID-19. They…
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Janakan, reactions have less to do with the decision and more as to how it is made. Good governance would involve a consultation period followed by an open tender; that didn’t occur.
The main reason stakeholders in the game wanted the APL to replace the FFA wasn’t the decisions that were made, but the [i]way[/i] they were made. Governance matters.
'Killed the A-League', 'treated with contempt': Fans' fury as Grand Finals sold to Sydney
This year’s Grand Final won’t be scoreless as there is already an early own goal.
'Killed the A-League', 'treated with contempt': Fans' fury as Grand Finals sold to Sydney
It’s an odd name. As a result, it is widely recognisable internationally despite the pedestrian ranking of our side.
What a name change would represent is a lack of confidence, an attempt to fit in with the crowd and not make a fuss.
Perhaps conformity and banality appeal to some. Fair enough, each to their own.
It’s time to finally scrap the name ‘Socceroos’
FIFA were faced with the prospect of Russia farcically qualifying as teams refused to play them and then proceed through the tournament on the same basis. Their inclusion would have resulted in the withdrawal of serious sponsorship money and thrown shade on the jewel in FIFA’s crown, shade that would be felt most keenly by Infantino’s current landlord & protector.
There were no moral dimensions to Infantino’s decision making; neither his initial reticence nor subsequent acquiescence.
Russia banished from FIFA competitions due to Ukraine invasion
I think what Waz is saying is that football has a stigma of hoolaganism in Australia, however the crowds at A-League, AFL, League, Netball, Waterpolo & Competitive Croquette Cooking all consist of a broad spectrum of Australian society and invite the same type of idiots as a result. Their chants may vary, the attributes they vocally espouse vary, however idiots they remain.
He shouldn’t have singled out AFL, fair enough.
The lack of indigenous players in A-League is a very good point indeed. In Australia football has primarily been a big city-based sport and as someone originating from rural Australia I can attest to its absence. AFL has done exceptionally well in engaging the indigenous population and it is something many sports, football included, could learn from.
Go Glenelg (for the record).
It's time to remind certain fans there's no place in the A-Leagues for homophobia
The response of the league matters, as we are the only professional competition on the planet with a publicly acknowledged male gay footballer. The reaction to this issue will provide a template for other leagues, particularly smaller leagues with limited governance structures and management capability.
It's time to remind certain fans there's no place in the A-Leagues for homophobia
Yes, the response to racism provides a template for dealing with homophobia. No need to reinvent the wheel, the answers are already there.
It's time to remind certain fans there's no place in the A-Leagues for homophobia
Society comes in all shapes and sizes, and this means there will always be vocal homophobes in the crowd. There needs to be a similar approach to homophobia as there is towards racism, as adverse consequences moderates those with views that are deemed unacceptable and encourages the crowd to self-police.
'Love will always win': Cavallo suffers homophobic abuse during A-League match
2 comments at this point. I think the Victory v Adelaide match may have been a better investment of your time, Stu.
Transfer rumours: Rice won’t come cheap, Coutinho to be Villa’s saviour and Pogba offered big money to stay at Man U
Show Goodwin’s & D’Agostino’s goal from tonight and I’ll be more impressed. You may even get more views!
Real Madrid benefit from the craziest, funniest own goal you'll see
It will be interesting. None of them will be ABE, however Marden is the best home ground for a div 2 side.
Where should the A-Leagues expand to next?
Forget Asia. Malaysia have their own vibrant competition and have little interest in undermining that in order to play in the A-League. A club like JDT would have very little interest in the A-League.
The Singapore Premier League has taken a dive over the past decade, however Australian cities are simply too far away. They’d be far better off joining forces with Hong Kong (Brunei regularly fields a side in the SPL) or Taiwan.
Ironically, a Darwin based club playing in Singapore or Malaysia is a more realistic prospect.
Where should the A-Leagues expand to next?
I did when I adopted the moniker. Currently in Japan.
UPDATED: Blake Ferguson sacked by Japanese club after arrest
The Embassy will not interfere with the Japanese justice system. He’ll have to be processed by the Japanese justice system first.
UPDATED: Blake Ferguson sacked by Japanese club after arrest
Japanese police have a 95% (or thereabouts) conviction success rate in the courts, so the “if” is looking likely.
A Kiwi rugby player received a month in jail a couple of years ago for having cocaine in his system. This is possession with what appears to be an assault charge thrown in. The question is more one of how long will he spend in a Japanese prison. I understand the maximum sentence for possession is 5 years.
UPDATED: Blake Ferguson sacked by Japanese club after arrest
Our most recent colleague may have had a rather stressful festive season and is indulging in a digital catharsis. It would appear facts and grammar have been discarded in equal measure.
Do the A-Leagues exist so well-connected businessmen can run a club any way they see fit?
Now the APL is running the show, the chances of NPL clubs entering the fray has improved somewhat.
“Say it as it is” needs to focus on how his/her favoured club can avail itself of such an opportunity. Shouting is good therapy but not terribly productive.
Do the A-Leagues exist so well-connected businessmen can run a club any way they see fit?
The current political spat between Australia & China has made it difficult for the current owners, so a sale was on the cards.
Adelaide’s a good buy; consistency in its on and off-field performance presents a relatively lower risk investment. I’ve always thought the Jets were not a bad buy, given the loyalty of their fan-base. The main issue for them is the amount of sponsorship than can be gathered to off-set operational costs (not that Adelaide’s a much better option on that front).
Do the A-Leagues exist so well-connected businessmen can run a club any way they see fit?
Recruitment patterns tell a different story, Stu.
'Hell of a ride': Emotional Ange celebrates first trophy of Celtic reign
I was following the Celtic fans’ chatter and it is interesting how the vast majority had no idea as to the quality of Japanese football. That players would come directly from J-League clubs to command starting positions in the Bundesliga, Serie A and, La Liga, Ligue 1 and the EPL was completely lost on them as none were playing in Scotland.
Whilst Ange’s exploits with Celtic may be a bolt from the blue for the Scots, it’s an expected achievement from the rest.
'Hell of a ride': Emotional Ange celebrates first trophy of Celtic reign
An interesting article, Mike. Governance is indeed an issue, however the team still needs to be showing backbone regardless of the quality of the cattle.
A change in coach can help in the short term, however if the club wishes for long-term success governance issues need to be addressed.
How much longer can Western Sydney Wanderers afford to carry Carl Robinson?
MacArthur v Jets is looking the match of the round.
Didn’t think I’d be using that phrase before the season started.
The Roar's A-League Men tips and predictions: Match Week 5
It’s a question for the statisticians, but have media articles referencing poor refereeing increased or decreased since the advent of VAR?
It's hard to enjoy the football when all anyone can talk about is VAR
Good point re: the ‘Nix & Glory. If the NZ lockdown continues it may be 2 years in a row on the road for the ‘Nix.
Bloody hell.
‘Is that an even playing field? I'd say no’: Moon slams Brisbane’s travel schedule
An article lamenting the lack of 0-0 draws.
Ye Gods we are hard to please 😂 ????
A-League ladder congestion a case of great entertainment or a lack of quality?