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Football writer first, Teacher second, probably an entertainer third. Offering my views on the Brisbane Roar and the wider world of Football. Native of the north east of England. Darlington FC fan, I've never heard of your team too.
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It’s fair to say the news this week that Gareth Southgate has elected to stay on as England's head coach for Euro 2024 received…
He’s lit up the Queensland NPL in recent years with his displays for Olympic FC, leading many observers to deem him an ‘A-League player…
"If you’d have told me ten years ago I’d be emigrating to Australia, I wouldn’t have believed you!’ Max Rushden tells me. Yet here…
Lions FC were crowned 2020 Queensland NPL Champions after edging out Olympic FC 1-0 in a close contest at Perry Park. Despite finishing fourth…
The Warren Moon era started in earnest last week, as the Brisbane Roar got their pre-season preparations underway at their new training base in…
The National Queensland Premier League (NPLQ) has confirmed it will recommence on Friday July 24, but the competition will restart without the participation of…
Sunshine Coast Wanderers head coach Paul Arnison is itching to get back to business once it is safe to do so as the resumption…
Robbie Fowler was effusive in his praise for his Brisbane Roar side as they produced a dominant display to defeat Western Sydney Wanderers 3-1…
After more than a year after his sacking from MLS outfit Vancouver Whitecaps, Carl Robinson looks poised to take the reins at A-League side…
Wellington Phoenix will be looking to go a club record of ten games unbeaten when they take on Brisbane Roar at Suncorp stadium this…
Match Result Western United made it two wins from two and piled on more misery for Brisbane Roar manager Robbie Fowler. There was plenty…
Jadon Sancho is clearly a young man who isn’t afraid of making a big decision. Back in 2017 the then 17-year-old turned down a…
Match result: The Brisbane Roar have scored their second victory of the A-League season, running out winners over the Central Coast Mariners with two…
All strikers should have an insatiable appetite for goals. It’s the currency they deal in. When the goals start to dry up though, it…
One point from their opening two games wouldn’t have been the start the Brisbane Roar were hoping for. Nearly 13,000 witnessed the Roar go…
He’s scored in all the top four divisions in England as well as in the Scottish Premier League and in cup competitions in both…
Roy O'Donovan's last gasp equalizer earnt Robbie Fowler a point on his maiden A-League outing as Brisbane Roar boss. After O'Donovan saw his close-range…
At the end of the 2018 World Cup, Daniel Arzani’s stock was high. After a stellar breakthrough season with Melbourne City, the young forward…
Besart Berisha, recently released from J-League side Sanfrecce Hiroshima, is back in Australia and touting himself to A-League clubs, but hasn’t been able to…
Wes Hoolahan, a man known for his ten-year association with Norwich City and representing the green of Ireland with distinction, will this season be…
A great piece Mike that sums up the whole sorry mess well.
Wasn’t Richard Scudamore touted as helping the APL a couple of years ago? I scoffed at it at the time, but to be honest they need all the help and guidance they can get right now!
The A-League has hit rock bottom. Can anyone steer it out of this mess?
He’s not 33 until next September Andy. You may be well be right re: his injuries- should absolutely be a concern, he has a dreadful record with them.
Still I think its great for the A-League, will certainly have a few more eyeballs on it now and will help generate publicity and coverage (which can only be a good thing!)
Perth Glory complete massive signing with former Liverpool star
Joined the APL as director of content a few weeks back
'You can't bluff football fans': Rushden makes Stan debut alongside Bozza and Foz as UCL kicks off
For my money Young’s the best keeper in the A league. At the start of last season he was out the team in favour of -ironically- Crocombe.
Fowler mentioned at the time Young needed to work on a few things (distribution being the main one) but he’d worked hard and earned his recall.
Upon his return the roar defence did seem more assured.
He seems to pull off a ridiculous world class save every other week!
How bad are Melbourne Victory? How good is Jamie Young?
Care to revise that now Andy?!
Moon to bring in a 'Queensland mentality' back to the Roar
How’s that working out for you so far? 😂
Moon to bring in a 'Queensland mentality' back to the Roar
The owners own the land behind the dugouts.. I know there is scope to do something..a very small chance of this happening -but-maybe not complete pie in the sky
Redcliffe is Brisbane Roar's not-so-secret weapon
I was at the victory game and would agree with a lot of this Mike.. it does remain a tricky place to get to for a lot of fans though- I do wonder how a couple of defeats might affect the numbers/mood etc.
longer term the club need to get closer to the CBD IMO, Perry Park and Goodwin Park in Yeronga could be options but would need a lot of money invested!
Redcliffe is Brisbane Roar's not-so-secret weapon
Absolutely.. if the roar don’t take a punt on Lofthouse someone else surely will.
By the way Waz, met a fella the other day who tells me you may originate from County Durham.. can u confirm or deny?!
Lions FC take out NPL crown in Queensland
Roar are between a rock and a hard place on this one I feel. I went to the Dolphins for the Melbourne City game and it is perfect in terms of its size etc but for those coming in from around the City it is not an enticing option in terms of getting to.
Whether a boutique football stadium in the city gains approval remains to be seen. I’m not holding my breath though!
Brisbane Roar ditches its base and heads north
Yes Waz there certainly are and it wasnt aimed as a detractor to those players youve named.
There was (and Im sure you’d agree) a vocal proportion of fans who didnt like the heavy anglo influence.
Moon to bring in a 'Queensland mentality' back to the Roar
Hi Lionheart- I believe its a permanent move- the Roar had a fallout with Logan Council over an unpaid water bill. Alot of the squad live on the Gold Coast- so imagine it might be a popular decision.
Moon to bring in a 'Queensland mentality' back to the Roar
Nice to see you back on here Mike. What do you make of Moon’s appointment at the Roar? Would he have been your choice?
The A-League's fan-base could use an attitude adjustment
It certainly was a tough task Waz and I don’t envy FQ that job of sorting it. However as the article alludes to the Magpies have been left very disappointed by the outcome. The worry is the knock on effect of losing players to the NPL, I know they have a couple of lads who are considering relocating to Brisbane to play in this years comp.
Magpies left flapping as NPL announces restart
Thanks Waz, appreciate those comments.
I, like many others, think the establishment of a Second Division is imperative for the growth of the game here.
In terms of the NPLQ restart, you are right, midweek fixtures are going to prove a nightmare- particularly for the Magpies who will have to organise travel and accommodation on top of their part time players seeking time off work.
Interesting times ahead.
Clubs doing it tough as Queensland NPL restart hangs in the balance
JB- take your point (and agree) with the merit in remonstrating with the officials.
I’m not too sure though if it ‘for the cameras’, think RF is genuinely frustrated with the standard of officialdom in the A League since his arrival. Too be fair he isn’t the first to have a pop!
Cheers, Adam
Robbie rants at officials as the Roar move into fifth
Hello JB,
Firstly the term ‘Roar Pro’ is not a title I bestowed upon myself!
I have never managed, but would imagine it to be a pretty stressful gig. Perhaps a manager may after a perceived injustice, may need to ‘vent’ and the unfortunate fourth official usually takes the brunt of this.
Re: Fowler, he has had a running battle with officials most of the season, and has been quite scornful over their abilities. It was still a little surprising though after what had been such a good Roar display, to hear him launch such a withering assessment.
I think Robbie feels he is getting some rough treatment as a ‘Johnny Foreigner’ and it seems to have ruffled his feathers.
Robbie rants at officials as the Roar move into fifth
I’ll certainly be interested as to how he gets on. I dont think he’s played since early December, so chance of him hitting the ground running seem slim.
Five reasons why Odion Ighalo could be as important as Robin van Persie at Manchester United
Yep I’ve had one eye on the Olyroos. Would expect something to feature on The Roar 👍
Can Carl Robinson rescue the Jets?
???? thank you Mark for your kind comment.
He’s amongst the hottest youngest prospects in Europe.
Mane, Salah and Firmino will need rotating at some point or could be struck by injury.
His market value would make it necessary for Liverpool or most other clubs to break their record transfer fee.
Not such a ridiculous theory to think Liverpool should go in for him.
Liverpool should break the bank for Jadon Sancho
Hey Eamonn we can only speculate as to how much Brendan Rodgers was keen on having Arzani there. As Ive tried to get across in my piece Celtic are spoilt for choice in the forward areas.
I can’t see him breaking into Lennon’s plans any time soon, so feel a move might be best for all concerned. The only crumb I can offer is Ryan Christie’s red card and Janes Forrest display on the weekend may open a door for him.
Time for Arzani to make his move
Thanks Buddy, it was more a clumsy attempt to describe the physicality of the Championship. I think Hoolahan will adapt, be interested to see how he performs on Tuesday.
Can the Irish Messi fire the Jets to glory?
Enjoyed reading that Mike, 100% agree that purpose built Football stadiums are the way forward in terms of helping the game grow over here. How easy that will be is another matter! Doesn’t make for a great atmosphere when less than 10,000 people are rattling around in a 50/60,000 capacity ground. As a word of warning though, my team back in the UK -Darlington-moved into a 25,000 stadium around 10-15 years ago. A complete act of folly by our then chairman who did this knowing we had an average crowd of around 5000 at the time. Three administrations later we now play at a local rugby club with a capacity of 3000!
If done sensibly this is definitely the way forward though. There was talk about a 20,000 stadium being proposed in Ipswich a couple of years ago….
Boutique stadiums are a must for a national second division
These next few months will prove very interesting and possibly pivotal to the future of the game here. A lot of obvious uncertainty about a NSD but IMO it’s a punt that’s needs to happen.
A-League has shiny new Socceroos-bound star but faces threat from within as 'rival' league looms