Joining the A-League for its inaugural season in 2005/06, Adelaide United surprised many by claiming the first minor premiership of the competition. The club has built its reputation through consistency, regularly making finals appearances in the A-League. Their success came to a halt in the 2009/10 season, where they finished in a disappointing tenth position. Rini Coolen’s appointment as the team’s new manager for 2010/11 helped Adelaide become the first Australian club to climb from the bottom of the table into the top four. However, they were ultimately knocked out in the finals.
A-League Articles
Melbourne derby reveals tale of two journeys
by Robbie Di Fabio - February 10th 2012 @ 3:20am
It was intense, forceful and at times an affair devoid of its pretty nature. Conversely, the scoreless draw in this season’s third edition of the Melbourne derby illustrated the struggling constituents inundated around the rival A-League clubs. Whilst both outfits have experienced topsy-turvy campaigns, none were able to reap the bragging rights from last Saturday’s [...]
Midweek regional matches not hitting the mark
by Adrian Musolino - February 10th 2012 @ 3:20am
No midweek A-League this week? So accustomed have we become to Wednesday night football in the last two seasons, it just didn’t seem right having no live football to break up the week. Aside from the rescheduled Gold Coast United versus Central Coast Mariners match on Wednesday February 22, that’s it for midweek football in [...]
Kewell confident Victory can make charge
by Guy Hand - February 9th 2012 @ 4:14am
Hey, Victory! Give them kids a go
by Daniel Quinn - February 9th 2012 @ 3:52am
Where some criticised the Melbourne A-League derby as lacking excitement, one good thing that emerged was Melbourne Heart youngster Craig Goodwin. Goodwin had a fantastic game on the left side of the pitch in place of Aziz Behich, who is on Olyroo duty. The 20-year-old took his chance with both hands. I have watched Goodwin [...]
A-League coaches are saying but not doing
by Davidde Corran - February 9th 2012 @ 3:33am
Melbourne Victory’s position as the A-League’s biggest club was highlighted over the last week as interim coach Jim Magilton continued to make headlines. From debate over his British heritage through to whether it is he or the players who should hold responsibility for recent results, it seems every aspect of the 42-year-old’s time south of [...]
Ferguson wants multi-year Glory deal
by Justin Chadwick - February 8th 2012 @ 5:29am
Postecoglou says no money for McKay
by Wayne Heming - February 8th 2012 @ 5:21am
A-League’s tough expansion lessons can boost game
by Beau Busch - February 8th 2012 @ 3:17am
Talk of A-League growth to Tasmania has raised the issue of expansion for the sport into new markets, with opinions divided on the wisdom of doing so. With the death of the North Queensland Fury and the struggles of Gold Coast United off the pitch, the difficulties in expanding the competition have been clearly demonstrated. [...]
The problem with Melbourne Victory’s ‘hole’ season
by anthcol - February 7th 2012 @ 7:41am
Whether it be through tactical ineptitude or players not following instructions, Melbourne Victory play their football with not enough emphasis on the most dangerous position on the park. The central attacking midfield position has been criminally ignored all season by the A League’s most disappointing team. Carlos Hernandez and before him Fred played this role [...]
Victory still believe in finals hopes
by Guy Hand - February 7th 2012 @ 3:52am
THE ROAR ON