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David writes about football for The Roar. He has previously written for North Shore Living and Kick360.
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Plenty to discuss across the penultimate round of the regular season, including a side with nine men hanging on for three points, Wanderers’ latest…
It was another action-packed weekend, as a late Sydney FC goal broke Western Sydney hearts, Perth were humiliated and Adelaide's wunderkind faltered when the…
It wouldn't be a week in Australian football without drama, as Nestory Irankunda was left out of Tony Vidmar's Olyroos squad, and there's plenty…
Let's recap yet another tumultuous week in Australian football that, thankfully, also gave us some enjoyment. Here are your A-League talking points. Irankunda puts…
The Socceroos are on the verge of advancing to the third round of AFC 2026 World Cup qualifying after a 2-0 victory over Lebanon…
There’s never a dull moment in this competition, and the past round was certainly no exception with goals and action galore. Here are your…
After another busy weekend there was movement at the top of the league, Adelaide United's season is hanging by a thread and Western Sydney…
Trouble on our terraces overshadowed another action-packed weekend that featured a very one-sided Sydney Derby, the top two sides pulling away from the pack…
With less drama away from the pitch this weekend, there's plenty of on-field action to get stuck into. Here are your A-League Round 18…
The Matildas return to action in the first leg of their Olympics Asian Qualifier against Uzbekistan. Join The Roar for live scores and rolling…
The Perth Glory ownership issue was finally resolved, Marko Rudan learnt his fate and we saw a pretty underwhelming Melbourne Derby across another busy…
Well, let's all exhale and take stock of a hectic round. Victory’s undefeated streak was ended, their crosstown rivals hit rock bottom and plenty…
Another action-packed weekend was bookended by a 4-3 thriller in Sydney's southwest while Melbourne City's struggles continued, we saw another coaching change and the…
As always, plenty happening including a feisty evening in Gosford, a dramatic Big Blue and the national team coach having plenty to say about…
Plenty happening on-field, as well as away from the pitch, in another busy week in Australian football. Here are your A-League Round 13 talking…
The first time all A-League sides descended on the same city brought mixed results for the APL and its clubs. Plenty to run the…
The fixtures keep coming thick and fast as many are still in holiday mode, and there's plenty to discuss so let's get into it.…
The weekend got off to an incredible start with City's drubbing of Brisbane, then we saw plenty more goals and a couple of red…
There's rarely a dull moment in this competition - and with late drama, a feisty Melbourne Derby and another coaching change, this weekend was…
Derbies, injury time equalisers and a coach sent to the stands - lots happening over another busy weekend, so let's not delay. Here are…
Was it deliberate? I’ve got my doubts.
Baccus, Rowles net first goals as Socceroos cruise past Lebanon but Arnie sweats on injuries
His three-year contract extension hasn’t even kicked in yet. If they fire him this season Lederer will be on the hook for the entire salary while paying another coach, or coaches, in the meantime.
Wanderers humiliated, dark times on the terraces, is premiership now two-horse race?
It’s good news for the national team. Midfield has been a relative strengh for the Socceroos in recent times but I don’t think anyone in the engine room had a particularly good Asian Cup. Irvine really struggled.
Wanderers humiliated, dark times on the terraces, is premiership now two-horse race?
There’s ups and downs at every club. After many seasons out of the finals, Rudan, both through his man management and recruitment, has Wanderers competitive again. The identity is pride in the club, which was missing for far too long.
Wanderers humiliated, dark times on the terraces, is premiership now two-horse race?
That’s commendable, and as I said Waz’s passion always comes through. The incessant negativity does start to grate though, when it’s the same rhetoric on every article.
Rudan tight-lipped after controversial draw, Roar's revenge, Victory streak ends at 15
Yep. You can’t make a comparison with the top divisions in Europe – a lot of those clubs are just happy to be there, plus there’s many more meaningful games that will affect European qualification etc. The finals series is the greatest equaliser we have that gives fans of the majority of teams hope till late in the season.
Rudan tight-lipped after controversial draw, Roar's revenge, Victory streak ends at 15
Would you honestly describe most of your rants as ‘constructive’? Your passion for the league is clear to see but if you just came back from the ledge on occasion, your contributions would be much more valuable.
Rudan tight-lipped after controversial draw, Roar's revenge, Victory streak ends at 15
Possibly. I don’t think he came up with this theory spontaneously, feels like it’s been building for a while.
Rudan lashes officials as Bulls pip WSW, Gauci's dream move, City struggling
Wouldn’t it be funny if Milos, seeking a backroom role, ends up as Stevie’s assistant in Auckland.
A-League great Ninkovic chokes back tears as he reveals retirement date: 'a player who gave everything every time'
Unsurprisingly Football Australia have upheld Wood’s red card.
Jackson leads Mariners revival, Wood red card ruins Big Blue, Arnie lashes A-League
It’s not close now. At its apex it was approaching that level. The Grand Finals between the two have been huge occasions.
Jackson leads Mariners revival, Wood red card ruins Big Blue, Arnie lashes A-League
Mining and Newcastle didn’t work out too well last time. It’s been so long since the Jets had an owner who invested properly in the club. I think it’s years since they’ve had an owner, period.
Glory snap 15-month winless run, Grim times for APL as redundancies hit
I’d argue he’s talented enough, though he is limited in being a fairly prototypical old school 9. He seems comfortable in the A-League and is already the leading scorer. He’ll hit 200 goals if he stays.
Add some Socceroos caps to the mix, and it’s an impressive career.
Glory snap 15-month winless run, Grim times for APL as redundancies hit
That’s an interesting point about how staying in Australia is perceived. Maclaren’s had a few chances overseas but seems to prefer being the big fish in the small pond that is the A-League.
Glory snap 15-month winless run, Grim times for APL as redundancies hit
Someone made the comment to me that Burgess is still seen as a kid – I was surprised to discover that he’s 29 years old. Very talented guy but if he’s going to make another go of it in a bigger league, the clock is ticking.
Glory snap 15-month winless run, Grim times for APL as redundancies hit
Just a bizarre signing in hindsight. So strange for Corica to poach him then never give him a proper opportunity to succeed.
Unite Round's baby steps, Nix pip Perth in thriller, Wanderers make statement
It was over as a contest after the third Adelaide goal, but the goals kept flying in after that so I think it’s unfair to call it a boring match.
Unite Round's baby steps, Nix pip Perth in thriller, Wanderers make statement
Alcaraz, come on down.
Djoker's warning for 'conservative' tennis amidst rumours of LIV-style tour that top US star says is 'inevitable'
That’s annoying. Apart from the fuzzy resolution I haven’t had any issues after eight rounds.
Kraev and Barbarouses star as Nix go top, hand Bulls first loss
I’m not sure about his mental state, but he is playing an immature game on the pitch. In that sense he does need to grow up.
Bruno bags four, Irankunda can't hide emotions as Reds slip again, Western in crisis
Thanks mate, I did pop in one line about Redders down the bottom but it didn’t seem a big talking point in the context of everything else happening. Personally, I think he got what he deserved under the rules, but you bring up an interesting point.
Bruno bags four, Irankunda can't hide emotions as Reds slip again, Western in crisis
The Cove have really been bringing the atmosphere this season.
Bruno bags four, Irankunda can't hide emotions as Reds slip again, Western in crisis
Well, Townsville never supported Fury like Newcastle have (at times) with the Jets. In a limited sample size, admittedly. Typically cities don’t get second chances with pro teams after just 10 years.
Sydney Derby shows what A-League can be, Foley handed Auckland licence, City in trouble?
Look, you’re not wrong. I think we’re basically on the same page – we already had a high concentration of teams from two states, we increased that concentration, and it’s not gone well.
The Jets, despite their seemingly never-ending financial problems, still have a lot of potential. It’s a sports town that gets behind the team when they’re not flopping around outside the finals.
Sydney Derby shows what A-League can be, Foley handed Auckland licence, City in trouble?
It did look reasonably populated on the sunny side, too. When I was at Campbelltown earlier this season it was not a big crowd by any means but you could tell, the fans were engaged.
Irankunda's brilliance, Sydney suffocate Mariners, 'blackout' prevented as NEP save the day