The final 2024 A-League All Stars Men squad has been confirmed ahead of the blockbuster clash against Premier League heavyweights Newcastle United on Friday night.
Following this weekend’s exciting Semi Finals, 2024 A-Leagues All Stars Head Coach Patrick Kisnorbo has added eight to his final squad of 21 players, with the additions consisting of players from Sydney FC and Wellington Phoenix after their seasons came to an end.
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Wellington Phoenix has been rewarded for their outstanding season with five players added to the squad including Alex Paulsen following his breakout season, young gun Ben Old, defensive duo Tim Payne and Scott Wootton, and midfielder Bozhidar Kraev.
Three players have also been added from Sydney FC including Luke Brattan, and further defensive reinforcement in Rhyan Grant and Jordan Courtney-Perkins.
These eight players will join the full squad in camp tomorrow with an open training session for fans to be held on Tuesday 21 May at AAMI Park with tickets available now for $10 via www.ticketek.com.au
A-League All Stars Men Head Coach Patrick Kisnorbo said: “We had a busy weekend moving the magnets around as we watched the Semi Final second legs unfold. We wish the Central Coast Mariners and Melbourne Victory all the best and we welcome players from Sydney FC and Wellington Phoenix into the fold.
“This squad is a fantastic mix of the best talent across the A-Leagues, including seven under-23s and four internationals. We now have four days together to build the synergy and game plan so that we can take it to Newcastle United on Friday night.
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“I think we have the firepower and defensive strength to be able to put on a really great show against a team from the best league in the world.”
Meanwhile, Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has named his 29-player squad for the trip to Australia, which features former A-Leagues star Garang Kuol and a host of big names. You can view their squad here.
Global Football Week Melbourne will be telecast in Australia live and free on 10 Bold and streamed exclusively on 10 Play and Paramount+.
Fans can purchase their tickets to the A-Leagues All Stars double-header on May 24 here.
Final A-League All Stars Men’s squad to take on Newcastle United
| Name | Most Recent Club | Position |
| Alex Paulsen | Wellington Phoenix | Goalkeeper |
| Lawrence Thomas | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | Goalkeeper |
| Kai Trewin | Brisbane Roar / Melbourne City | Defender |
| Jordan Courtney-Perkins | Sydney FC | Defender |
| Rhyan Grant | Sydney FC | Defender |
| Tim Payne | Wellington Phoenix | Defender |
| Scott Wootton | Wellington Phoenix | Defender |
| Marcelo Guedes | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | Defender |
| Benjamin Garuccio | Western United FC | Defender |
| Jay O’Shea | Brisbane Roar | Midfielder |
| Jake Hollman | Macarthur FC | Midfielder |
| Tolgay Arslan | Melbourne City | Midfielder |
| Luke Brattan | Sydney FC | Midfielder |
| Bozhidar Kraev | Wellington Phoenix | Midfielder |
| Ben Old | Wellington Phoenix | Midfielder |
| Angus Thurgate | Western United FC | Midfielder |
| Nestory Irankunda | Adelaide United | Forward |
| Mathew Leckie | Melbourne City | Forward |
| Apostolos Stamatelopoulos | Newcastle Jets | Forward |
| Adam Taggart | Perth Glory | Forward |
| Nicolas Milanovic | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | Forward |
