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Stuart Thomas is a sports writer, freelance journalist and copywriter who made the jump from Roar Guru to Expert in 2017. A former trainee professional golfer, his sporting passions are broad with particular interests in football, AFL and rugby league. His love of sport is only matched by his passion for gardening and self-sustainability. Follow him on Twitter @stuartthomas72, connect with him on Facebook and LinkedIn and see his work at https://www.stuartthomas.com.au
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The first Sydney derby of 2021 is here, as Sydney FC and the Western Sydney Wanderers do battle at Stadium Australia. Join The Roar for live scores and commentary from 5:05pm (AEDT).
Once again I asked young writer Jack George to go head to head, this time on the result of Saturday’s Sydney Derby.
After a frustrating weekend where just two A-League matches were played, the competition bursts back into action, we hope, with six matches across five days.
Despite only an unfulfilling two A-League matches being played over the course of the weekend, there were continued signs that the 2020-21 season could well be something of a resurgence for the competition.
After what has been a terrific start to the A-League season, rather disappointingly, just three matches will take place this weekend.
The quality of Fox Sports’ A-League commentary has slipped since Simon Hill departed and fans have been quick to criticise.
Week one of A-league play took some time to get going. However, it eventually did and some pleasing football was played.
Welcome to another season of A-League tips and predictions on The Roar.
With most of the preseason player merry-go-round action done, Christmas planned and 12 teams ready for action, the A-League now faces an all too familiar hurdle.
Knocking up an A-League draw with the Wellington Phoenix based in Wollongong and the obvious challenges of still lingering COVID-19 is a tough ask.
The sweeping changes to the FFA Cup that Football Federation Australia announced last week are bound to re-invent it.
Reigning domestic league champions Sydney FC are gone, Melbourne Victory are hanging on by the skin of their teeth and Perth Glory remain winless in five.
Some weeks back I chatted with a ‘colourful’ racing identity in Melbourne in regards to the pending retirement of the Melbourne Storm’s Cameron Smith.
Despite concerns that the repercussions of a global pandemic would see a ripping of much quality from the A-League this season, a host of exciting, new, young and returning players are set to entertain.
At around 8.45am on Sunday morning Fulham’s Ademola Lookman performed quite possibly the worst penalty kick for some time.
Race result Twilight Payment has won the 2020 Melbourne Cup. In a rare, rare occurrence, the Joseph O’Brien-trained galloper led for pretty much the entire race, building up a big lead before holding out the rest of the field down the straight to take home the Cup.
Watching players take a knee in the final seconds before kick-off during English Premier League matches in 2020 has continued to irk many.
A few months back, the family and I took a three-night holiday in Newcastle to celebrate my eldest’s 17th birthday. I must admit to never having spent much time in New South Wales’ second-largest city, despite residing just a couple of hours south of it.
Agreed Lionheart. Cost me a winning tip and plenty of dosh! Very disappointing. If only the Roar had played. I would most certainly have got that one right. 😂 😂
The A-League needs more coaches like Carl Robinson
Poor old Troisi, you are not going to let him relax all season are you?
The Roar's A-League expert tips and predictions: Match Week 3
Not as if there weren’t other combinations that could have been used. They could have snatched matches from anywhere in the draw and managed to double up on one fixture? Must be an error.
The Roar's A-League expert tips and predictions: Match Week 3
I’d like to see that Jets result.
The Roar's A-League expert tips and predictions: Match Week 3
Muscat is free and I really enjoyed his insight last season before he departed for Belgium.
Mark Bosnich: Expert or ego?
I believe Stan Allardyce was a keen student of the Dutch masters.
Mark Bosnich: Expert or ego?
The number one golden rule AGO74………”less is more”. Only the best in the business get it. I don’t need the name of every player as they receive or pass the ball. Just a few choice comments about the flow of the game and details available at the ground that may be missed at home.
Mark Bosnich: Expert or ego?
I’m not sure there was any hard core complaining on show; more an analysis of the relationship between two men in the commentary box and the drop in quality since Hill left. The final point being a well agreed upon statement of fact.
Mark Bosnich: Expert or ego?
And let’s not forget the assassination of umpires; as he did yet again last night.
Mark Bosnich: Expert or ego?
Agreed. What Craig is doing right now is ten times more important than football.
Mark Bosnich: Expert or ego?
Tyler had such a friendly and soothing style. That voice you grew up with. Not sure it had much to do with football, more the comfort of familiarity.
Mark Bosnich: Expert or ego?
That’s a fair call Mr George. Despite the obvious tension between us, you make a good point in that regard.
Mark Bosnich: Expert or ego?
True fact there Buddy. He really should have referenced West Ham. A far better club.
Mark Bosnich: Expert or ego?
Spot on and something that does my head in. Spends most of his time rattling of clichés and players’ previous clubs instead of actually calling the game.
Mark Bosnich: Expert or ego?
I agree, when I pitched the idea to Jack he had a clear line of thinking right from day one and mounted a good argument. Sadly, he gives far too much credit to Speed and silencing Bosnich is dangerous as he brings much interest and discussion into Australian football.
Mark Bosnich: Expert or ego?
You make a very good point about referring to one’s career in the box. Probably something best not done. Warnie struggling with the same thing. Similar personalities as well.
Mark Bosnich: Expert or ego?
Ben Homer shows much promise. Not sure Michael Hill jeweller would add anything. 😂 😂
Mark Bosnich: Expert or ego?
I agree. Bosnich does seem ever determined to claim his ground, as if threatened by a man who doesn’t appear to be keen on doing the same. Not good to listen to in my view.
Mark Bosnich: Expert or ego?
Made my day that read Mike. Fans in attendance, youngsters starring and all twelve clubs looking like they have some positives and definite areas to work on. I loved the matches across the weekend. Truly gripping and tense in the most part. #ALeague. And West Ham beat Everton so a good weekend all round.
Is the A-League about to become what we've always wanted it to be?
I agree on the WEL vs SYD clash and based on last night MAC do look good things against the Mariners. ADL vs MCY does look to be the pick of the bunch.
The Roar's A-League expert tips and predictions: Match week 2
I will admit to knowing no more than a handful of songs.
A song for each A-League club in 2021
Bingo, thanks City. Not sure it was totally deserved but…….. If I was a Brisbane fan I would be encouraged by that.
A song for each A-League club in 2021
#Cowbellsin. I’m Forever Blowing Bubbles is the greatest club song in the world. No bias here.
Cowbells and new blood suddenly make the A-League look a whole lot better