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Seems like a passionate hard worker. Possibly a natural replacement for the ever youthful Duke if he ever starts to slow down.

'Dissolved into tears': John Iredale's reaction to his first Socceroos goal was just so wholesome

Unless the players coming through go on to become legit stars, that is a hard slogan to sell. We really need Irankunda, McGree, Soutar, Silvera, Gaucci, Volpato…….. to step up a gear in their careers for that dog to hunt.

A-League avoids total embarrassment after broadcast partner goes belly up

If Canberra didn’t have an owner lined up, why were they given the nod as the expansion team? Surely when bringing in new teams to a competition that is based on private ownership, you would ensure that first and foremost…….. YOU HAVE AN OWNER. If they did not have an owner lined up than what criteria did they have in place to convince APL they they were viable over other bids?

A-Leagues 'not in a position where we can underwrite clubs' as Jets, Canberra face uncertain future over ownership dramas

I really liked the Roar at the start of the year under RA. They seemed to have a really good balance. They initiated an oppressive high press to initially win the ball back quickly, but as soon as it was clear that they had not won the ball they quickly reverted to a medium block. They were happy to sit off until they saw an opportunity to to win the ball back. They then sprang into action getting into the box as fast as possible, however they did have the ability to recycle the ball and knock it around the 18 yard box probing for entries if the opposition closed up. A shame he left before we could see this across an entire season.

Giancarlo Italiano's rise is the best story in the A-League

Say what you will about GA and his style (and for the record I am not a fan, huge respect for the man, not for his style) but he gets results. Ange’s team of 2014 played the best football I have ever seen Australians play, and we came away with 0 points. GA’s team played the most reactive, unimaginative, low possession type of game possible, and we got through to the final 16. I think this goes to the heart of the conversation. Entertaining, brave, “good” football that often does not yield rewards, or predictable, steady, reactive play that get you points. Striking a balance between the two is probably the key. But in the end………Aussies love 2 things… a battler and a winner. GA might be shrewder than we give him credit for.

Giancarlo Italiano's rise is the best story in the A-League

I agree, it is not great watching from a life time football supporter standpoint, but my point is “that is football”, and as football fans we must know that it goes through periods and revolutions. I dont know the stats (and cant be bothered looking them up right now), but is seems to me that we are seeing more goals this year than the last few seasons despite some of the un-inspiring build up play?? I think “informed” football fans appreciate the tactical side of the game and understand that changing nature, and that it will not always be boring low possession games. But as for new fans and kids, they just want to see goals and their team winning. They don’t care about low block or pressing or Inverted wing backs. They just want to see the net ripple 4 or 5 times in a match. Lets just hope they keep scoring regularly despite the style they employ. Aussies love a high scoring sport.

Giancarlo Italiano's rise is the best story in the A-League

Rudan reminds me of my 7-year-old. When things are not going well he is all too quick to chuck a hissy fit and blame everyone else for his failings, but as soon as things look up and are going his way, he is all apologetic and cuddles. I understand he had something personal going on, but there is not one of us on earth that doesn’t. The mark of a man is how you conduct yourself when the chips are down. Anyone can behave when people are watching and you are doing well. True test of character is what you in the dark when things don’t go your way, especially if you are in any position of leadership. Ange is prime example. If his team underperforms, he quickly takes responsibility for not preparing them correctly, I have yet to see him throw anyone under the bus ever. Having said that, I am happy for him (at this stage) that he has not been given the boot. A league clubs are way too quick to show coaches and players the door after a few bad results, which is absurd being that there is really no down side to losing games in the A League. It is not as if they are in danger of relegation. Memories in football are very short. It was only last year that WSW were praising him as the saviour of their club, having restored some identity and pride, only to forget very quickly after what has been a rough month or so for them what he achieved. WU should also be commended for their decision to stand by JA after his meteoric drop in results from 2 years ago when he was the toast of the town, although you have to assume their patience will wear thin soon. I hope the Roar extend the same trust and belief in RZ over the next season or 2.

Wanderers coach says sorry for media no-show as his side puts the drama behind them to overcome Perth

What is the point of supporting a team if we cant dream of the fairytale finish. All professional sport would be dead and buried if we didn’t all believe our team could get there. As a Bne Roar supporter, we have to believe that.

'From the basement to the penthouse': Forget the wooden spoon, can Western United make the top six?

Football is ever changing as new coaches come in and out with new ideas. This low block, absorb pressure, hit on the counter, low possession type of play is a direct reaction to the “possession at all cost”, tiki taka play that has dominated football for the last 10 – 15 years. Teams learned how to combat a possession-based side and are now employing it to their low possession games. The tide will turn again as new coaches learn how to break down that low block and punish those that do not attempt to play football. Then the landscape will change again.

Giancarlo Italiano's rise is the best story in the A-League

The deployment of Henry Hore at a No.8 CM role over the last couple of games has floored me. His is such an attacking weapon with a knack of cracking open a defence and getting into the box. I couldn’t believe it when he was given the nod in the middle of the park to replace Caletti over putting Gomulka in. That would have been the obvious choice. Now I really like Gomulka. I dont feel he has been given the opportunity this season that he should have, but HH slotted so well into that role it is hard to believe he usually plays in the front 3. Perhaps RZ thinks he will add a bit more of an attacking mindset to the centre of the field, playing more forward balls and possibly beating a player or two in the middle to open up some gaps??? who knows, but HH seems to have taken to that role like a duck to water.

Goals galore, great strikes and penalties: The A-League players who were the difference in Round 20

This is the funny thing though. I would argue that the way the law is worded, applying it absolutely revolves around intent. Keeping in mind that the underlining context of the law and the card system is to keep the players safe. It used to be that Studs up was a red. That was very black and white, no intent or context needed, whereas now the ref has to decide the level of the challenge. Law 12 says “If an offence involves contact, it is penalised by a direct free kick.
Careless is when a player shows a lack of attention or consideration when making a challenge or acts without precaution. No disciplinary sanction is needed.
Reckless is when a player acts with disregard to the danger to, or consequences for, an opponent and must be cautioned.
Using excessive force is when a player exceeds the necessary use of force and/or endangers the safety of an opponent and must be sent off.”
This takes the black and white out of the decision and forces the ref to decided what is Careless (foul) reckless (yellow) or excessive force (red). The Challenge was definitely Reckless as he acted with disregard to the safety of the player. Not sure it was excessive force, however, the law says “endangers the safety of the player”. There is no doubt that had Mileusnic’s weight been going a slightly different direction, that challenge was an ankle breaker.

Does the A-League do enough to nurture creative players?

Not sure we want him back up here.

Does the A-League do enough to nurture creative players?

I dont think he gets a fair run. He has 3 goals in 11 appearances, but most of those appearances have only been the last 5 mins. I would be keen to know his goal to minute ratio. He should have been given a better crack earlier in the season when it was clear that Tommy wasnt quite there yet. I reckon as an experienced goal scoring striker even if from VPL he could have run the first 60 mins bringing on the youngster Tommy for the final 30. I reckon at that stage in the game Tommy would have started bagging goals way earlier this year. Perhaps RZ thought Mileusnic’s pace was the key to counter attacking SFC’s high press?? Proved the right strategy, just poor execution.

Victory bounce back in Original Rivalry, Mariners nab top spot, can Rudan turn it around?

Even Markovski would have been a better start than Mileusnic. We needed a striker, not a winger trying to play striker.

Victory bounce back in Original Rivalry, Mariners nab top spot, can Rudan turn it around?

I think the red card did SFC a favour. The Roar had at least 4 or 5 serious chances in that first 25mins. If it weren’t for that fact that Mileusnic is not a striker and can never seem to stay on side, the Roar would have had that game in the bag in the first 20mins. They very quickly nullified SFC’s press and simply failed to punish them. It wasn’t until SFC went to 10 that they then reorganised into that Christmas Tree formation of 4-3-2 and tightened up that they steadied the sky blue ship.

Does the A-League do enough to nurture creative players?

Too expensive. Clubs struggling just to get the Men’s and Women’s books to balance without throwing in a Boys and potentially Girls comp in the mix that has no way of creating revenue and paying for itself. It was a bit of a farce anyway, with only 8 league games a year. I still think FA should have turned the NST into a fully professional U23 comp. This would have made it far cheaper in terms of wages to run, wouldn’t have stood on the toes of A League or NPl, and would have given our best and brightest a professional set up to cut their teeth, or as a finishing school before the move into fully professional.

Does the A-League do enough to nurture creative players?

Thing is, the numbers have not significantly improved since moving back from Redcliffe. We were getting 5K every week at Redcliffe and doing pretty much the same back at Suncorp with only one or two games getting 10K or close to it. With all the issues with playing at Suncorp, not to mention the substantial cost difference, I know where I would be playing if I was Kaz.

The Roar's A-League Men tips and predictions: Round 20

Kayo Stadium has a great new set of lights!

The Roar's A-League Men tips and predictions: Round 20

“Mayhem that typically goes on in most A League games”??? Really??

How do A-League fans convince police that passion is not a crime?

Just an update. I have never seen that type of behaviour from the police at Suncorp before. Disgraceful! They really need to be asked to explain why they were so heavy handed. Brisbane crowds have never behaved in a way that would warrant such a reaction.

How do A-League fans convince police that passion is not a crime?

I don’t find the cops to be too much of a problem at Suncorp, but the stadium staff are relentless in their mission to make punters feel unwelcome. I cant tell you how many times my kids have been told off by the ushers for, or standing on the bottom rail (80mm off the ground) of the barrier so they can see their heroes clearly. Or to remove a bag off the chair next to me (as if the 54000 seat stadium needs the extr seat for the 5K at the ground). I have lost count the amount of times I have been rudely ‘moved on” from outside the bathrooms when waiting for my sons and daughter to come out. All the more reason for A League clubs to have their own stadium and by extension, own staff and security. They could then be trained better in what is acceptable at football and what is not. Does this happen in Adelaide, Perth or CC as much as Brisbane and Sydney?

How do A-League fans convince police that passion is not a crime?

Hey SS. I agree that Glover could have played the situation down by not retaliating. A very silly decision on his part, but let us not give excuses to the thugs that should be intelligent enough to know not to invade the pitch and assault players.

How do A-League fans convince police that passion is not a crime?

Did they walk out on the team, or did they walk out in protest against again heavy handed stadium staff? I think there is more here than meets the eye.

'I take full responsibility': Rudan can't blame refs this time after Wanderers embarrassed in derby demolition

12 is too young to make any judgment of a players potential size or even playing position. At that age the focus of good clubs should always be technical, decision making, creativity and love of the game. Definitely by 14 -16 clubs should be shifting their focus to whether or not these players potentially will be a part of the clubs 18s, 23s ultimately the first team. At that point it is my opinion that focus needs to shift to effectiveness on the pitch. Unfortunately this is often not the case where you can’t avoid the human factor of coaches having favs, or selecting players that “look” the part rather than which ones actually affect the game. Can they score, create, or stop goals. End of story. At that point, physicality is always going to be a factor. If you are small and technical, all the skill in the world (again Messi is the exception not the rule) will not show through if you are simply muscled off the ball every time you get it. Again, huge credit to players like Nisbett that have been able to prove their effectiveness and value despite their size, but again, except in exceptional circumstances I don’t see how a player like that could compete at the absolute highest level (international/ Europe) where all players have amazing skill as well as size and physicality.

The Central Coast Mariners are a reminder of what's good about the A-League Men

I would suggest that players like Nisbet and Messi (It should go without saying that this comparison is not of technical ability, but rather physicality) are the “exception, to the rule”. When we are talking about player pathways and elite professional athletes it stands to reason that the bigger, stronger, faster athletes are naturally going to come to the top. No-one has a crystal ball to be able to look at a player that clearly is at such a physical disadvantage as Nisbet at youth level, and bank on the hope that he might be the next Messi. So understandable that many great smaller players will get overlooked and for a great many, we will never even hear of them. A credit to Nisbet’s character that in spite of what I am assuming were many closed doors in his youth, he persisted and forged himself a career in the sport he loves, but there will always be a ceiling that diminutive athletes will eventually have to accept. (again, we are talking generalisations here, I know Muggsy Bogues at 5,3 played NBA in the golden era).

The Central Coast Mariners are a reminder of what's good about the A-League Men

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