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Interested in the popularity and growth of football in Australia, especially the A-League. Also passionate about the history of the former National Soccer League. I am a supporter of the Australia Cup, and believe a National Second Division is achievable.
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Central Coast sit second behind Wellington, and a victory over Adelaide will see them finish the regular season on top of the ladder.
Western United have half a dozen games left to make the men’s top six. Anchored in last place, can they prove the impossible can…
Rampaging Roy Krishna returns to Australia this week, leading his Indian Super League team into battle against Central Coast. The famous Fijian international will…
Central Coast Mariners and Newcastle Jets women will play for a trophy made of a sliced portion of fence that was once used on the F3 Motorway.
After weeks of speculation, Englishmen Mark Jackson has finally been unveiled as the Mariners' next coach, taking over from Nick Montgomery. Judging by the…
When Alessandro Del Piero arrived at Kingsford Smith Airport in 2012, the marquee signing was given a hero’s welcome by Sydney FC fans, energising…
Can you name the previous two winners of the Australia Cup? Hint: they’ll be fighting for survival in the upcoming playoffs. The reversal of…
“Wunderbar!” was my first thought, having read various football headlines online. Signing Alou Kuol from Stuttgart was the best news, I believed, since the…
Sky Blue fans, your day of ruling the Emerald City is about to be questioned by a National Premier League side. Sitting on top…
Macarthur flipped the climate coin last Saturday afternoon and lost. It was one extreme after another. Initially their men's match against Newcastle was delayed…
Officially, I didn’t completely believe John Aloisi’s “passionate defence” of the A-League a couple of days ago. Under the surface, he was hiding something.…
The more I think about Australian Professional Leagues, the more I compare it to an uncompromising college, educating the masses. In my youth, seventeen…
Eleven days ago, on the 11th of December, 11 dejected men in yellow rued being beat by Newcastle in the F3 derby. Crammed with…
Each A-League team has been busy launching a new home-and-away jersey, coinciding with the impending season launch on Friday, October 7. As a fan…
He was just a kid. Some National Premier League youngster from Victoria, dressed in orange. Substituted for Oakleigh’s keeper late in the dying minutes…
When did you officially know you were an A-League supporter? I’m assuming it took time and wasn’t overnight. For the National Soccer League generation,…
The Bulls have every intention of winning the Australia Cup, and they probably will. Think of it as an early birthday present for their…
CommBank Stadium will be a sea of colours this weekend, celebrating the NSW National Premier League final. Built at the headwater of Parramatta River,…
Soccer was banned in our Lindfield primary school. Constructed on a church car park, the gravel playground had two speed bumps, both running parallel…
In an upstairs sports pub on Sydney’s George Street, a football jersey hangs from a brick wall, its green and white hoops protected behind…
Al Ahed have also played far less games than the Mariners to progress. Will Central Coast have the energy to step-up? I hope so. Constant travelling can zap the body. Stay strong, lads.
Al Ahed vs. Mariners: AFC Cup Final Preview
I’m very traditional, & the less choice the better. Ha! I always order within the first five minutes – at the counter too. None of this “app” business.
… Then for the next ten minutes while we wait, I get teased for being a bald Mariner’s fan by my FC mates. Jackpot.
The Roar's A-League Men expert tips and predictions: elimination finals
Good points. The Mariners polish rough diamonds. Sydney are pretty solid though – a good mix of juniors & stalwarts. Plus, the stadium hospitality at Moore Park is very nice.
Central Coast Mariners clinch A-League Premiership with win over Adelaide
Decent points, Football Fan. All true.
Central Coast Mariners clinch A-League Premiership with win over Adelaide
Agreed. It was 100% raining. The brave fans who turned up were loyal, adventurous & were treated to silverware. What a moment.
Central Coast Mariners clinch A-League Premiership with win over Adelaide
Plus Sydney have genuine marquee signings, virtually every season. That will spike people’s interest.
Call me bonkers, but even Usain Bolt got me to sit up & take notice.
Central Coast Mariners clinch A-League Premiership with win over Adelaide
We have two derbies in Sydney town tomorrow.
Swans & Giants @ 1:45pm
&
FC & Bulls @ 7:45pm
May I suggest Winghaus burger & fries if you’re attending, folks. Delicious!
The Roar's A-League Men expert tips and predictions: elimination finals
Ideally either Sydney FC or Victory in the Grand Final would make it a sell-out.
… But a Wellington Grand Final would be exciting, played in New Zealand.
The Roar's A-League Men expert tips and predictions: elimination finals
A fair point. This is a huge oversight by the A-League.
The Roar's A-League Men expert tips and predictions: elimination finals
Tuesday, 11th of June in Perth. Let’s see if he makes the Socceroo’s cut.
Goals galore, marvellous Mariners and Nestor's next move: The most wholesome, positive storylines from the 2023/24 A-Leagues
I’m certainly keen to see more of Stamatelopoulos & Yengi.
Actually, another Socceroos game would be nice. Arnold was in the Daily Telegraph, offering to assist NRL side South Sydney!
Talk about cross-promotion.
Goals galore, marvellous Mariners and Nestor's next move: The most wholesome, positive storylines from the 2023/24 A-Leagues
A tough one… Sydney have confidence by the spades, but, Macarthur look more likely in extra time (if applicable), as they’re battle axes.
FC…3
Bulls…2
Sydney to snatch-and-grab three quick goals in the first half.
As for the second match, I’ll predict City to shine, dominating Victory. Poppa to implode & be sent off via a red card.
City…4
Victory…0
The Roar's A-League Men expert tips and predictions: elimination finals
I’m happy Adam Taggart won the Golden Boot. A job well done.
…As much as I love Bruno, a lot of his goals were assisted by Arzani, the unsung hero.
Goals galore, marvellous Mariners and Nestor's next move: The most wholesome, positive storylines from the 2023/24 A-Leagues
I would have loved Irakunda to stay for a final season. He’s a fantastic asset to the competition, & the crowd appreciate him.
Central Coast Mariners clinch A-League Premiership with win over Adelaide
If the Mariners win the treble, Jackson will be a wanted man. I wouldn’t be surprised if he’s got his sights on the EFL Championship.
His former team, MK Dons, might get promoted to EFL League One soon. They’re playing semi-finals football.
Central Coast Mariners clinch A-League Premiership with win over Adelaide
Vukovic was the hero, I’d say. Very average Mariners defence at times. They owe him a beer.
Central Coast Mariners clinch A-League Premiership with win over Adelaide
The Sydney Super Cup was close to hosting the Old Firm, until Rangers pulled the pin.
With fans opting for international comps over domestic football, what are some lessons for the A-League from Singapore?
Interesting, Nick. The EPL cynic in me thinks: Does the Liverpool store make a financial loss on merchandise? Instead, it could be a branding exercise, creating fantastic exposure in Singapore.
With fans opting for international comps over domestic football, what are some lessons for the A-League from Singapore?
Roughly, based on the above figures, I’d guess 12 A-League clubs would be connected to around 50 “A-League Ready” clubs.
A-League Ready: Australian football needs a more formal and streamlined player development program like MLS Next
This weekend will be a big test for the travelling Macarthur fans.
With fans opting for international comps over domestic football, what are some lessons for the A-League from Singapore?
Inter Miami is a word-wide phenomenon now. Will it last? I remember LA Galaxy coming to Australia, & they were a hot ticket. We need Beckham to invest in the A-League.
A-League Ready: Australian football needs a more formal and streamlined player development program like MLS Next
Excellent crowds for FC & Victory.
People wonder why the code favours the above teams. It’s obvious though – they’re successful.
This is similar to the SPL with Celtic & Rangers.
With fans opting for international comps over domestic football, what are some lessons for the A-League from Singapore?
Not to mention their use of Sing-lish, which is kinda’ cool.
They should plan their football like the MRT (trains). Singapore has foresight. Maybe streamlining the league is for the best? Or, rejoining Malaysia?
With fans opting for international comps over domestic football, what are some lessons for the A-League from Singapore?
100%. I’ve got faith in the bigger, A-League clubs. Some of the potential NSD hopefuls, however, seem like rouges.
A-League Ready: Australian football needs a more formal and streamlined player development program like MLS Next
We’ve lost Cahill to the Middle East. He’s rolling in the dollars now.
… So YES! Cahill could invest into the A-League.
Years ago, Graham Arnold ploughed money into the NSL’s Northern Sprit team.
A-League Ready: Australian football needs a more formal and streamlined player development program like MLS Next