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Maybe Kitto didn’t garner sufficient votes because he was part of a defensive unit that leaked goals. First and foremost he was there to defend and though he did ok in that department, it wasn’t to the standards of those selected. The midfield did pick themselves with dynamic seasons while it was great to see three Aussie boys leading the line with maybe only Tullio of the out of towners within earshot. Zawada unfortunately dropped away in the later part of the season and did miss chances that a player of his quality should have finished. These misses proved costly for the Phoenix in the end.
Indefensible flaw in the PFA's A-League Team of the Season
Indeed the future is bright for Australian football. This morning our time, both Cameron Peupion and Alex Robertson were on the bench for Brighton and Manchester City respectively. I can’t remember a time when the crystal ball of football had such a positive story to tell concerning Australia’s international future. If we don’t mess this up the next couple of decades will be fruitful.
Young Socceroos poised to pounce in Portugal
We need to dump the state bodies. They continue to fragment the game. The FA needs ruthless control to set the entire country into zones/regions, with the associations gone. The state vs association petty political infighting has been our anchor for far too long. Then national and state governments might start handing over taxpayers cash. At present we are an ununified basket case where the big bucks will always be wasted.
APL should feel ashamed with its touted 'Festival of Football' looking very thin on the ground
We contacted four A League clubs to find out ways we could support their club. Of the four clubs only CCM replied. They sent enough free tickets to take two junior teams plus coaches and parents to a home game. We made the 12 hour round trip and were treated like royalty by the CCM management.
The rise of Jordan Bos is proof the A-League is working
It’s wonderful for the local game’s status internationally that our young players are starting to get traction at some decent European leagues. But here at home that status, not so much. Down at the town ground yesterday, I caught up will a lad born and bred. He’s made inroads into the ALM in the last season or two and now home to catch up with family and friends. His team has just been knocked out of the final series. A couple of 10yo boys came running over to get a football to have a kick before training. I introduced the kids to our local made good and explained that he went to the same primary school as they do and now plays in the A League. One of the boys replied “what is the A League”. The local club has done its best to put the player’s name up in lights. Social media, the local paper ran a nice story. We even got a few bucks from the state body for development purposes. What I’m trying to say is the ALM is not cutting it locally, in the regions. Someone at head office isn’t doing their job which should be to get the game and the players out into the daylight. To these two boys the game is nothing more than the club they play for. Jordan Bos is going to be big news in the years ahead if his trajectory continues, but does the average Joe really care. Not at present it seems.
The rise of Jordan Bos is proof the A-League is working
Ross & John, the yin yang of Australian football coaching. Whatever happened to the Ange DNA that was instilled into Brisbane? They couldn’t be any further from the truth with this appointment.
Brisbane’s South Australian influence grows with Ross Aloisi appointment, but not everyone's a fan of the move
They are one and the same.
What legacy will the Women's World Cup leave on Australian football?
There will be a legacy, I have no doubt. I don’t buy the middle class yuppy tournament takeover. The question is are we as a game ready when our opportunity comes around? We just can’t stand idle, waiting for handouts only to miss everything. FA, all state governing bodies, the grassroots, all need to move on this. We just can’t have all these faces in front of us wanting to know were to sign but have no where to go. Programs, academies, night comps, no matter how few players are now interested, need to be already up and running. It’s no good looking for someone to blame after those faces have turned, walking away.
What legacy will the Women's World Cup leave on Australian football?
Nisbet is an extraordinary player. SS has written about his chances of an international career but when it’s all done and dusted, Nisbet will be richly remembered for what he is, not what he isn’t. Long may his ALM journey continue.
Who made the cut? A-League team of the week: Round 24
Technically sound, not one misplaced pass, footballers brain, plays with a bit of bite and in no way looked out of place. The thing is, by the time he is playing European first team football one of his other options will have snavelled him.
Graham Arnold has turned the Socceroos into a genuinely exciting side
This is a coaching issue here full stop.
Young Socceroos taught a harsh but familiar lesson against Vietnam in the U/20 Asian Cup
One round a year that will encompass all humanity.
Respect.
That will do.
Can the quality of the football paper over the A-League's cracks?
Considering were our football is at present, with the emergence of talented young players, now is the time for consistency and stability. Arnold has deep knowledge, feel and passion for Australian football that would not be found overseas let alone in this country. I’m excited by the vision and the desired direction he has expressed for the game.
Four more years: Arnie given new contract, but turns focus beyond Socceroos
Could never imagine Ange or Arnie to spray their players and club as DY has done and expect a positive reaction in any way. Once the decision was made to sever ties, DY comments on what a bright future the Bulls and the players have. Sounds like an easy out for a coach who has a better offer on the table. Sydney FC deserve their bottom feeder status if they take this imposter on.
The A-League needs talking points and Dwight Yorke has just given us plenty
Barcelona not so long ago.
Bravo 6′
Montoya 5’9,
Alba 5’7,
Adriano 5’8,
Alves 5’8,
Ramirez 5’8,
Pedro 5’7,
Iniesta 5’7,
Messi 5’7,
Neymar 5’9,
Traore 5’10
Pep loved the smaller player, knowing the value of hard work and greater technique no matter what part of the field.
James Boyle is proving pathways for Australian footballers should not be dependent on money
Sam is not technically gifted. This has been her Achilles heel throughout her career.
Sam Kerr nominated for 'FIFA Best' award
We all dare to dream. There are many young 15/16yo out there, especially in country areas where young players are packing their bags and heading to the big smoke, looking for an opportunity to realise their dream of playing professional football. Having witnessed Mark Viduka causing havoc on the football field as a 15yo, seeing then his undoubted potential, at present I see kids of similar potential looking beyond today, prepared to do the hard work, prepared to sacrifice their youth, to live out their dream. I also have great hope for these youngsters, you can see it in their eyes. In their minds their future is crystal clear.
The youthful and unblooded hold the key to 2026 Socceroo fortune
I’ve been copping it for most of my sixty year involvement in the round ball code, always standing up to the BS from all angles. To be true, I have devoted my adult life to the fostering of the game. This week I have finally been silenced. Although our game has most elements considered good sport in check, the worst of it needs to change or the code in this country at a truly professional level will be dead and buried by the end of my days, never to recover. On the international scene, it is safe as the game is so loved, imbedded in the culture of many, many countries. Although I understand why the diving, I hate it. The respect towards match officials is disgraceful. At an administration level, it’s shark infested waters. Some supporters treat the game as life and death itself, caring not who they hurt. They have little to offer. I desperately hope I’m wrong, but this week has seen a dagger to the heart of the game and to myself.
What the hell just happened? Soccer from an outsider's perspective
When at the 2010 World Cup in Sth Africa, the police presence at the stadiums that Australia were playing was particularly high. There were small armies of police walking the concourses carrying shields, batons and wearing slap gloves. One could hear batons banging shields in co-ordinated messages to the drunken aussie fans, don’t f&%$ with us. Maybe the ALM need to employ a few SA coppers to quieten down the wanna be ultras.
The A-League has hit rock bottom. Can anyone steer it out of this mess?
The number of sports people whose life has inspired mine in any way are few. Tim, I must say, I have never taken very seriously. Although a very good footballer for club and country, he did extract so much out of his somewhat limited natural talent through basic hard work. I admire that in anyone, but they don’t necessarily become sage like, as Tim does try to portray. I also don’t begrudge that he puts himself out there to make as much income as necessary to provide a good life for himself and his family. After all, as we well know, most sports people have a shelf life short lived . What Tim has done in Qatar is not something that offends me. Tim has never portrayed himself to be interested in politics, human rights or community welfare. He is basically a simple man being elevated by a regime that have picked their targets.
'I could not have cared less': Insatiable pursuit of the almighty dollar has ruined Tim Cahill's legacy
I agree with the headline re code wars are silly. Unfortunately at an administration level, they are very much alive and thriving. The recent attempt by the afl to take attention away from the Socceroo’s incredible WC journey, by launching their season draw at 6am Sunday morning, kick off time of the Australia v Argentina match, was generally seen as a crass act at best. While having no impact on viewership or the wonderful celebrations witnessed across the country, it was another divisive attempt by aft to muscle in on another code. I certainly have nothing but admiration for the way the game of afl nestles into the community, especially in regional areas, where the game has taken on a religious type following. Just get on with the way you want to promote the sport without the underhanded attempts to diminish the other footballing codes.
Code wars are silly. Let's embrace all sports
Football is life. Travel the world and you will not find a more apt statement about our game. It’s all encompassing. Generally, we here in Australia struggle to mix anything with sport, unless of course it’s alcohol, gambling and loud mouth bluster. More power to the ilk of Craig Foster.
Craig Foster is about to annoy millions with his World Cup commentary
A question that was put to me by a local female player. Would Qatar put their hand up to host the women’s world cup? No. That is what hypocrisy looks like FIFA and Infantino
I have never felt more conflicted about watching a World Cup
9pm kick offs all good. 3am I’ll be curled up on the lounge with dog and head phones, though dog doesn’t quite get why my outbursts of frustration and joy. 6am, breakfast will be served at approx. 6:45 and I’ll be late for work.
Overnight Tunisia defeated Iran 2 zip in a warm up friendly.
A Socceroos crunch clash, a heavyweight battle and the Great Satan 2.0: Here are the best group games
Yes you are right, though the criteria must have allowed the selection. I knew a couple of security boys not dissimilar to Kaltek and Marcelo. One was a lovely bloke and would give 100% but did slip up sometimes. The other had that little bit on nastiness who didn’t mind grabbing someone by the throat if he thought the situation warranted. Kept the place safe though.
Indefensible flaw in the PFA's A-League Team of the Season