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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…
The intrepid footballers of one of the world's poorest nations, Kiribati, have long been ignored by FIFA and the OFC. However, amateur football clubs…
The Germans delighted and wowed an international audience after showing not only their incredible depth but also their brazen willingness to test fringe Mannschaft…
In the middle of the Pacific, straddling the equator and punching a hole in the International Date Line, lies one of the planet's more…
Angst, cloaked in her darkened shroud, woven of table positions and embroidered with player statistics, slips once more into the heart of the ardent…
It is being reported that both FIFA and the AFC are looking to have the FFA change the way that they operate. Given the…
FIFA promotes the principle of football being above petty issues such as politics. Clearly they haven't spent much time in Ukraine. The conflict in…
In May of this year a memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed between the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC)…
North Korea has earned the moniker 'The Hermit Kingdom' for good reason: less is known about this nation than any other on Earth. More…
While Bangladesh and Australia fought it out in the dust of Dhaka, many in Asia were tuning in to what would normally be little…
As June rolls towards us and the A-League toilet seat is hung up next to the bar in Melbourne, Asia is getting ready. The…
Momentum is gathering for the establishment of the AFF Super League in 2015. The AFF's desire is for two Australian teams to join the…
March 2005 was a time of change for football in Australia. Australia had been accepted into the AFC that month. The NSL had collapsed…
In late July 13,000 people, including my good wife and myself, gathered in Boden, on the edge of the Arctic Circle. Nestled among spruce…
It is in all likelihood the greatest “feel good” football story of the year. The winner of the 2013 South Asia Football Federation Championship,…
Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan renowned for its stunning mountain backdrop, succulent peaches and wide, tree lined streets. It is also the host for…
Questions as to the location of a future A-League licence has been filling the blogosphere of late. However, we are asking the wrong questions.…
Early in December, India took the South Asian Football Federation Championship in New Delhi. That the Indians won their sixth title was hardly a…
The War Elephants’ recent performance against Australia and Oman certainly raised eyebrows in a number of quarters. The surprising thing is less that the Thais…
When Nadeshiko took the FIFA Women’s World Cup, it was a great boost for women’s football in Asia. The impressive thing was not so…
It appears a marketing exercise by Platinum Asset Management and Gain Line Analytics. To be fair, I hadn’t heard of them before this. I assume I am not the only one.
Australasia is Sky Blue: Sydney FC named best team in region over Crusaders, Sixers and Storm
The Jets are going to trip-up a lot of teams this year.
Rebuilding active support is the biggest key to the A-League Men's success
Clearly not a goal keeper. There’s nothing quite like a heavy, slick ball skidding towards your upright and feeling the twang of your wrist as the mud-encrusted Mjolnir ploughs unhindered through your outstretched arm, through the back netting and lodge six inches deep in the unfortunate ghost gum behind the goals. Pure joy.
No umbrella needed: The joy of football in the rain
She is correct in that women’s football is at a critical point of change and she is in a prime position to have a material effect.
Carpe Diem.
'That girl's sick!': Sam Kerr on chasing Tim Cahill record and why she wants a 'Barty party'
You need to work on your indifference, josh 😂
Are the Bulls better off leaving Campbelltown?
The better question is Muscat’s future given the way Yokohama F Marinos are performing.
Poppa takes just one game to prove he’s still got it
Great to see 17,000 odd in Perth. Finally they get to play at a time that suits them rather than meets the television requirements several time-zones away. Long may it continue.
Bit hard to take much from the game given that Perth have hardly had a pre-season worth mentioning.
I loved the way Kenny Lowe kept describing Perth as “we”; if you’re going to be biased, do it properly. I don’t mind that, he just needs to contribute without being prompted.
In the end there were some problems in regards to the stream and production, however they were easily overcome by my delight that the A-League Men was finally back on.
The A-League Men's teething problems are nothing that can't be fixed
The problem is GA appears a flat-track bully. He does well in environments he’s comfortable with but struggles outside of those confines. His ACL record and his time in Japan stand in stark contrast to his A-League record.
'Sloppy' Roos drop points against China, leaving World Cup bid reeling
There is a significant difference between a club and national coach. Ange is a fantastic club coach where he can build and innovate to suit a style; Celtic are lucky to have him. National coaches must develop a style to suit the players at their disposal. A very different approach.
'Sloppy' Roos drop points against China, leaving World Cup bid reeling
At least with the seedings they won’t have to play Italy.
Probably the biggest story in qualifications this round is South Africa v Ghana.
The A-League is back, so is this the season it finally lives up to its potential?
The national second division would be best run by the AAFC with perhaps grant aid from the FFA if they are able. Like the A-Leagues, such competitions need to be run by those for whom the competition is the entire focus.
The FFA needs to concentrate on its higher order mandate; the health of the game in Australia.
In that regards quality, reach, ethics and development needs to be coupled with national teams and competitions. We need an FFA who invests time in these aspects, for longer-term strategic thinking and guidance. Time which is not distracted by the hectic day-to-day management of club competitions.
A larger proportion of FA grants should now be directed to NPL and NPLW competitions
Decision making will be interesting going forward as the governance structure has significantly changed. Decision makers have one primary goal; the growth of the professional game. It will be interesting to see how A-Leagues licensing requirements and the national second division evolve, as both were caught in a rut under the previous governance structure.
The A-League is back, so is this the season it finally lives up to its potential?
Sounds like a lot of fun. Where is it being played?
Adelaide's African Nations Cup: A talent scout's dream
Good fun match and decent effort from South Melbourne given their season finished four months ago. Loved the trumpet.
Cracking free kick from Schroen.
City see off South Melbourne in FFA Cup
Neither. We sat inexplicably deep and didn’t press the Saudis when they gain possession in transition. We played like a team that expected to win rather than a team earning the win. This had little to do with the individual quality of players.
MATCH REPORT: Arnie says Saudi 'time wasting' frustrated Socceroos in bad tempered World Cup clash
The Saudis and the much of Asia have always been better technically, even with our ‘Golden Generation’. Tonight we lined up as we should for an away match and garnered an away match result.
MATCH REPORT: Arnie says Saudi 'time wasting' frustrated Socceroos in bad tempered World Cup clash
We went into the game with a defensive structure and were rewarded accordingly.
MATCH REPORT: Arnie says Saudi 'time wasting' frustrated Socceroos in bad tempered World Cup clash
If we do win, we need to be ruthless. This is the only chance we have to rattle the Saudis.
Qatar looks a long way off should the Socceroos lose tonight
Indeed. It is a ‘must win’ for us, whereas it isn’t for Saudi; the pressure is on!
Qatar looks a long way off should the Socceroos lose tonight
You’ll have to wait until Victory start performing again.
Dear AFL and NRL fans: Will we be seeing you at the A-Leagues this season?
Any news regarding Hrustic?
EDIT: I’ve just a quote from GA claiming he’s 100%, however I’m sceptical.
Qatar looks a long way off should the Socceroos lose tonight
Hard to say re: Rodwell as it depends on how much they are paying for his services. I suspect it isn’t an eye-watering amount.
Wanderers risking it all on two-year Rodwell deal
Ah, Root Canal Treatment.
I checked Dr Google and ‘Root Therapy’ seems to involve hemp oil, ginseng and the like, however that didn’t fit the tone of your comment.
Preferring to watch Home & Away is a bit rough on the code though!
Dear AFL and NRL fans: Will we be seeing you at the A-Leagues this season?
With the APL now in place, are the ‘Nix finally able to move out of the Cake Tin? It’s one of the two missing pieces in the ‘Nix puzzle (the other being a local derby).
The plight of the Phoenix
I’ve had a soft spot for Parma ever since they had Hidetoshi Nakata in their ranks.
Great club, so hopefully the lad can establish himself there.
Alessandro Circati is Parma's next great Aussie hope