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I'm the hero The Roar deserves, but not the one it needs right now.
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For longer than I can remember, I've been fighting a battle against naysayers who continually criticise the sport I love, the league I have…
The incessant alarm goes off in its attempt to wake me from my sleep, its whiny tune blaring loudly through the speaker. Little does…
The last two weeks in Australian domestic football have been filled with controversy and vitriol. Supporter groups around the country are calling for boycotts…
Heartbreaking disappointment: the phrase that could be used to summarise how every Australian football fan felt before that glorious night in Sydney in 2005,…
There is one glaringly obvious theme that is being showcased in the Ashes series that every man and his dog who has watched the…
Australia is spoilt rotten when it comes to sport. What other nation can you think of which can boast the quality and quantity that…
In the saturated world of sport in Australia – where there are a number of different games fighting to be the ‘number one' sport…
There is no denying that the Sydney derby has made its mark on the sporting calendar in Sydney. The mix of passion and emotion…
I’ve always liked Rugby, always hated their fans. Shame the sport wont be around in Australia in the next 20 years.
BREAKING: Israel Folau takes legal action against Rugby Australia
The QLD number 7 had good field position all game laid on by a good platform from their forwards. Cleary was kicking inside his own 40 for a majority of the second half. Dont get how he is getting so much criticism for that.
Queensland win again because they're better at Origin
2. There will be a stack of players past and present of all religions who could testify that they’ve not felt threatened at their place of employ (RA) because of their religion.
Easy for a good lawyer to counter this argument by bringing forward current players who now feel threatened based on Folau’s recent treatment.
BREAKING: Israel Folau takes legal action against Rugby Australia
There will be a stack of players past and present of all religions who could testify that they’ve not felt threatened at their place of employ (RA) because of their religion.
And after what happened to Israel, there will be a stack that may come forward and say they now feel threatened by RA after how Folau was treated.
BREAKING: Israel Folau takes legal action against Rugby Australia
Keary has no intention of playing for NSW and never has.
Mitchell Pearce deserves his shot at Origin redemption
An independent League wont change anything. It will be independent in name only, it will be run by the same type of people and in conjunction with the FFA.
LISTEN: A-League fans are sick and tired of being treated like criminals
As stated by Rory himself, if he was in fact seen drinking and then allowed to drive his daughters home without Police giving him a breathalyzer test, then that is gross incompetence by them. Could’ve tested him at the McDonald’s they followed him too as well.
Considering what we have all witnessed at league games ourselves, I have a feeling that Rory is saying the truth.
LISTEN: A-League fans are sick and tired of being treated like criminals
Was sickening seeing the footage and hearing the NSW Police’s version of events which has more holes in it than Swiss cheese.
Almost every A-league fan has a story about over the top policing and security at games, and the FFA will fail to back the fans again to appease the stake holders who dont give a crap and will never give a crap about football. You go to the NRL or AFL and remarkably security and policing is completely different which just shows that there is a stigma around A-league fans, even though A-league fans frequent other sporting games too!
I hate the smurfs but this is bigger than club rivalries. I hope Rory and his daughters (especially his daughters) are ok.
LISTEN: A-League fans are sick and tired of being treated like criminals
So he shouldn’t expect ‘All Black Quality’ even though he is paying a lot of money for that quality?
If I were paid top dollar to perform in a certain role at any company and wasnt performing as expected, I’d be shown the door. Same happening here.
Drew Mitchell slams Toulon boss over Julian Savea spray
Moderators can delete my comments if they like and think that I overstepped the mark. Unlike you I wont throw a tantrum. However I must admit, seeing Rick lose his marbles over a comment deletion is fantastic 😀
Australia has proved that Hakeem al-Araibi will not be forgotten
It’s a shame that you changed your name from Richard to Dr. Calling you DRick was more apt.
Australia has proved that Hakeem al-Araibi will not be forgotten
“Redmayne has turned into one of the best goalkeepers in the A-League and Janjetovic has turned into, well, Janjetovic.”
Up until the end of last season, Janjetovic had the highest number of saves made in the league and still regarded as one of the best in the league. A couple of bad performances and a couple of penalty saves and sudden Redmayne is better? Redmayne is blessed with playing with a tight, compact team that doesnt concede many shots.
Was that the most entertaining A-League round of all time?
Seem’s like there was a “toxic culture” felt by the players.
"Devastated, hurt, angry": Matildas captain reveals stress from controversial Stajcic sacking
Can we all start a poll to get Gallop sacked?
How that oxygen thief got a pay rise instead of a sacking is beyond me.
FFA's actions make it seem like they've got something to hide
Agree, Irvine has been playing very well. Disappointed with Luongo, he hasnt stamped is claim to that holding mid spot like I thought he would however we all know his ability so fingers crossed!
If Leckie were to come back, I’d still prefer to see him off the bench in one of the wing roles at the later part of the game against tiring defences. And personally, I’d start with Giannou instead of Macca. Giannou leads the line like a traditional No. 9 while Macca seems largely anonymous all game.
Our defence still scares the living sh&$ out of me though. Seem to concede from nothing way too often.
Tom Rogic stunner helps Socceroos past Syria and into the Asian Cup knockout stages
Look at that, we play wingers who have some ability and form in Ikonomidis and Mabil, and it takes the pressure off Rogic while giving him the chance to link up with them! Who would have thought!
Tom Rogic stunner helps Socceroos past Syria and into the Asian Cup knockout stages
If you are unable to afford $25 a month for Kayo Sports to watch almost all the sports you want to watch when they are live (instead of watching what is selected for you at that time-slot on FTA) or watch games on demand, then you have bigger issues to worry about other than whether or not sports should be on FTA.
Sports broadcasting in Australia reaches crisis point
I would too if I had to control a ball that was driven at me from 10m away.
Arnie's second coming is off to the worst possible start
I dont wan’t to be too harsh on Arnie until after the group stages, however his half time substitution irked me. Grant for Risdon was his masterclass tactical change? Seemed more like looking after his golden boy. Yes Risdon wasn’t having his best game, however Mabil, Kruse, Milligan and Luongo were losing the ball on every posession, Maclaren was anonymous AND his half-time change was Grant for Risdon. Ikonomidis should have started over Kruse or Maclaren, or at least been the first substitution at the break.
Rogic at Celtic is a different player compared to Rogic for Australia, and people are quick to judge however watching Rogic at Celtic, it’s obvious that Celtic utilise him better. Celtic play him right on the edge of the defence, in between midfield and defence, and and use him similar to a ‘pivot’ in futsal. He uses quick feet to get away from defenders or has midfielders and forwards running into areas before he gets the ball for quick distribution. When Rogic gets the ball for Australia the forwards and midfielders are static and start their runs AFTER he receives the ball. By then he has two players on him and has no outlet but back or to try something and lose the ball. One thing that was not mentioned was how hard he worked in defence too. Can remember 2 occasions I saw him sprint back 80m to challenge for the ball.
Additionally I’d say there is a major difference between playing with Callum Mcgregor. James Forrest and Odsonne Edouard compared to Milligan, Kruse and Macalaren…
Ikonomidis has to start ahead of Kruse next game, and hopefully Nabbout is fit to start for Maclaren. Not much else we have in the squad with all the injuries.
Arnie's second coming is off to the worst possible start
The lack of goal-scoring ability will cost us, unfortunately dont see us overpowering Japan and South Korea.
Aaron Mooy named as Graham Arnold reveals Socceroos squad for Asian Cup
Further proof that we dont need VAR
Masterful Craig Goodwin performance carries Adelaide to FFA Cup glory
Spoken by someone who is not in Construction;
“By having an official supplier, FFA could create an economy of scale through standardisation of components. This would lower the cost of both the initial construction itself, as well as ongoing repairs and maintenance.”
Wrong, by having an official supplier, that supplier has a standard rate higher than the market as they know that the builder has no choice but to go through the supplier.
How to reduce stadium construction costs – and then pay for it
Not surprised. Football in Australia under the current ‘FFA’ is about who you know.
Wollongong Wolves bid rejected as FFA provides expansion update
You’re right. Nobody does care. Not even New Zealanders care. Shouldn’t be in the league in front of other potential locations in Australia.
Wellington Phoenix get screwed every week and nobody cares