Two of the biggest stories in Australian football this off season were Daniel Sturridge unexpectedly signing for Perth Glory, and football’s re-brand, bringing the Youth, Women’s and Men’s leagues all under one A-Leagues umbrella. The A-League Men’s season kicks off…
Men’s Football
“If he settles… he could be an absolute monster” Nedum Onuoha on Daniel Sturridge’s desire to win and more
Former team-mate Nedum Onuoha gives an unparalleled insight into Perth Glory’s Marquee man.
Robinson experimented in the FFA cup, but could inverting a fullback work in the derby?
Western Sydney Wanderers’ FFA cup match against Broadmeadow Magic spelled a significant tactical change, with Carl Robinson moving from a three-man defence, which was present throughout the previous campaign, to a back four. The Wanderers, on paper, played a 4-2-3-1/4-3-3…
New era for Victorian football as Popović and Aloisi face off at new clubs
Victorian football will have a different feel both in names and narrative when Western United square-off with Melbourne Victory in Saturday night’s Battle of the Bridge. Buoyed by the arrivals of new head coaches John Aloisi and Tony Popović, both…
“A little more bitterness between the clubs” – Sydney Derby enters new chapter
By Patrick Brischetto and Jack George Juventus and Italy legend Alessandro Del Piero said the emotions and atmosphere produced were comparable to the biggest games in Europe. Former Dinamo Zagreb player Mateo Poljak said that the atmosphere was the best…
Has your team lost or gained goals over the transfer window? – Part 2
Welcome to part two of the goals your A-League men’s side has lost, looking at the remaining six clubs in the competition. For the introduction and part one, check out this link. For reference: Expected goals (xG) is a measure…
“I’m ready to go” – Goodwin optimistic for Round 1 return
Although a syndesmosis injury has interrupted his preseason, Craig Goodwin looks set to appear in Adelaide United’s opening game against the Perth Glory.
“There was only one time I pinched myself” – Metcalfe reflects on Olympics and Socceroos dream after stellar season
It was May 2021 and a new swashbuckling midfielder was showered in praise after having burst onto the scene in the A-League. Standing at just over 183cm tall and possessing a wand of a left, Connor Metcalfe had just been…
Jack Rodwell returns to football as he links up with the Wanderers
In another coup for the A-League Men, Jack Rodwell has signed for the Western Sydney Wanderers on a one-year deal on the eve of the Sydney Derby. Rodwell, who was once touted as the next great English midfielder was signed…
“We need the supporters to get behind us” – Robinson issues rallying cry to the Wanderers faithful
Western Sydney Wanderers coach Carl Robinson has called on the people of Western Sydney to get behind their team as they gear up for the round one Sydney Derby. In this, the club’s 10th season and after four seasons out…
