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How good was it to see the strike force of both Melbourne Victory and Melbourne City scoring in the first round of A-League Season…
On the third of October 2012, I wrote a piece titled John Aloisi to be given baptism of fire', which immediately questioned the appointment…
While it may be a bit premature to say that Oliver Bozanic should already book his flights to Rio, he is certainly making all…
The past fortnight has seen the great meltdown in the NSW State of Origin camp, Dave Warner tarnishing our cricket team and Stephen Milne…
In November of 2012 I wrote a piece titled ‘A-League doesn't need another Kewell letdown,' describing my distaste toward another A-League cameo for Kewell,…
Following the announcement Tom Rogic had signed for Celtic, many Socceroos pundits, fans and ex-players criticized the move. Most seemed viciously underwhelmed, possibly because…
Media reports linking Harry Kewell to the Perth Glory have been prominent ever since Harry's cheeky appearance at Melbourne's Spring Carnival. While enjoying the…
We all remember John Aloisi for his famous penalty kick to seal qualification to the 2006 World Cup. This moment has been replayed on…
It is essential that Football Federation Australia's next media rights deal, which is in advanced negations, has a meaningful free-to air component. Rumours of…
Alessandro Del Piero is indisputably the biggest signing to ever come to Australia; he is hands down the biggest name that will ever grace…
What an amazing 48 hours it has been for the A-League and the Australian sporting landscape. The imminent arrival of Italian and former Juventus…
As a casual golf fan of many years now, it is pleasing to see the sexy Spaniard Sergio García climbing back up the world…
The Melbourne Heart pulled off a massive transfer coup in signing Socceroo Richard Garcia on a free transfer this week. This has arguably been…
It appears that Croatia has become the latest buzz recruitment ground for Hyundai A-League clubs, with so far a quartet of Croatians entering our…
Lin Jong made his welcome debut for the Western Bulldogs over the weekend, taken at pick nine in last year's rookie draft. His tale…
It was more than refreshing to see Holger Osieck spring some surprises at the selection table for our upcoming friendly against Scotland. The selections…
Olympic boss John Coates has recently lashed out at the Federal Government for a severe lack of funding for our latest Olympic campaign. He…
The talk of former Socceroo Vincenzo Grella returning to Melbourne has become more and more prominent in recent weeks, with the latest street whispers…
The year was 2006 and Owen Hargreaves was crowned 'Player of the Year' in England after his stunning performances at the World Cup in…
In recent weeks, Melbourne Heart have commissioned the rapid fire sales of some of their finest young players; fuelling the ever growing movements of…
I sent this in to The Roar yesterday morning haha!
I only wish his termination came earlier…so much damage has been done…JVS would be a good stop gap, but I think we need a fresh face for the next season.
Goodbye Johnny boy, sadly you won’t really be missed.
John Aloisi it’s time to go
It’s a results driven business…you don’t get them, you get sacked
Incomprehensible how he survived a losing streak of this nature…
BREAKING: Heart sack coach Aloisi
Good read! Look at reception he received at Perth Airport. Clearly a positive signing for the league!
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-2495052/William-Gallas-arrives-Perth-Airport-signing-Glory.html?ico=sport%5Eheadlines
Sorry Craig, the A-League needs more players like Gallas
Best Everton team I have seen in my time as a Toffee fan
Provided we hold on to Baines and Fellaini we will be a threat to the top 4…or at least keep hold of one (Baines more essential)
Mirallas is going to take the league by storm this season!
Jelavic has looked good all pre-season.
Top 6 again this season.
2013/14 EPL season preview: Everton
Awesome read haha
She has sold out 🙁
Channel Ten's gain is A-League pain as Mel McLaughlin makes switch
I have stated it is early days, but to have such a promising start is very encouraging. The Swiss League is better than the A-League and if he is getting REGULAR game time in this league that is the key. If he warms the pine then he is worse off than an A-League player, but for me starting in this league is a step above the A-League.
I think this new role suits him and he will continue to excel. I thought he was far more consistent than Amini (who has gone missing) and Montgomery…but Rogic was well above him, however he does have talent.
We can only see what 2013 does for his career.
Bozanic emerges as the Socceroos bolter
Well they play either a 4-2-3-1 and 4-1-4-1 formation and Bozanic sits just off the striker, they must rate him highly giving a new signing such attacking freedom.
Formations of their games.
http://www.transfermarkt.com/en/fc-luzern-fc-zuerich/index/spielbericht_2320006.html
http://www.transfermarkt.com/en/fc-aarau-fc-luzern/index/spielbericht_2319998.html
Bozanic emerges as the Socceroos bolter
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjShC1ORqwo Enjoy!
Bozanic emerges as the Socceroos bolter
The man is too talented to be sitting on a bench 🙁
Still as dominant as ever at Fulham.
Not a happy salmon.
Chelsea deal a win for both Schwarzer and Socceroos
http://www.goal.com/en-sg/news/3875/transfer-zone/2013/07/09/4105535/exclusive-heart-confirm-failed-karagounis-approach
Melbourne Victory must bolster A-League squad
Gold! Great article!
The World Cup does this to people. Devout, single-minded followers of other codes are jealous of this event…the greatest sporting event in the world…give me your AFL/NRL grand finals, but they are laughable in comparison.
I’m a follower of all codes. The World Cup sits above all. Embrace it, don’t attack it.
Let the shots at the Socceroos begin
This sums up the man perfectly! LEGEND!
These Socceroos are willing to put the public first
Lucas was extremely humble, but all of them were! It was amazing.
These Socceroos are willing to put the public first
I was as big a fan as any! He was a darling of Australian football, I have a Leeds jersey of his. Sadly in his latter years he has burnt any bridges with he had with fans. I cannot respect his attitude anymore. He has still tried to live off his glory days.
Sadly it’s all about me, me, me. He can sway my opinion, but now it is hurt.
Sorry Harry, you’re just no longer that Kewell
Yes you are right, mixed up club with country.
Would love for Tom to stay at Celtic Park long enough to make a name for himself there!
Tom Rogic next in a long line of Celtic playmakers
Sad I.Crook was simply out of his depth. No matter what results they got, Sydney F.C were without a doubt the worst team to watch in the league thus far. They had no cohesive game plan and really kicked in hope. Formation was all over the place, and even Stoke in the EPL are easier viewing. Feel sorry for him, but now ADP will be given some support in a new game plan and formation.
Crook's departure detracts from a stellar round
This is the best Everton team I have ever witnessed in my time following them…since 2004 I have been a Blue and this team is far better than that 2004 side. Our team at full strength is world class and can match any of the top 4 maybe bar Chelsea…
Mirallas is a real star and x-factor and is a match winner, as is Fellaini. Just need a fit Jelavic and Gibson and watch out.
P.Neville was a good leader but now is a liability…it’s sad to see, but it happens.
Howard, Baines, Heitinga, Jagielka, Coleman, Gibson, Osman, Fellaini, Pienaar, Mirallas, Jelavic is my preferred XI.
Fellaini prominent in Everton's early season EPL success
Another 3 points… enough said. Jelavic will push for top scorer.
English Premier League: Contenders and pretenders
Everton are contenders for top 4 my friend…we have a far better squad than 2004…a squad that actually boasts depth is something we haven’t had for years…I am very bullish. Definitely top 6, we have had a great start, we are notorious slow starters and fast finishers, these early points will seal our spot in Europe. Jelavic is world class.
English Premier League: Contenders and pretenders
I rate this signing very highly! That 2002 Japan generation were some of the best footballers to ever come out of Asia. Ono was part of that golden generation, playing a key role. The guy is all class. He is coming from the J-League which is a class above, he is not a ‘glamour’ name as such, but a very ‘unique’ marquee. He will no doubt have a cult following, he will win respect from the mainstream fans. A big name Asian marquee player can only be a positive for our league, any extra exposure is a winner in my books.
Konichiwa Shinji Ono!
Ono is a good signing, if his body can hold up
Money + Low Tax Rates + Greedy Socceroos = Reasons why they play in the Middle East…
We are not going to develop another Kewell or Cahill with our players going to the Gulf.
Not good. Not healthy at all.
Mark Bresciano encouraging influx of Australians to the Middle East
Great read! Agree 100%…Sainsbury oozes class and looks like a future 50+ cap player.
Made a great move going to Holland and will learn to play the ball.
Williams – Sainsbury combo would be my pairing. Spiranovic is the next best, I feel Wilkinson is not part of the future.
Sainsbury's star rises with Socceroos