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10 years ago

Former Roar defender opens up on Victory move

A fresh start and an opportunity to challenge for a Hyundai A-League title was the reason behind James Donachie’s decision to join Melbourne Victory, the defender has revealed. Donachie joined his new teammates for pre-season training last week after spending...
10 years ago

‘Telepathic’ Phoenix marquees sparkle in friendly romp

New marquee recruits from Melbourne Victory Gui Finkler and Kosta Barbarouses were in sparkling touch as Wellington Phoenix romped to a 7-1 friendly win over Miramar Rangers in a friendly last night (Tues). In their first outings for the club,...
10 years ago

Report: Aussie club to link with Portuguese giant

According to reports, Brisbane Roar are set to form a partnership with Portuguese powerhouse Sporting Lisbon which could see the clubs develop a player exchange program. The Courier Mail is reporting that the three-time Hyundai A-League champions are close to...
10 years ago

Trialist Blake Powell scores in Mariners rout

Trialist Blake Powell scored and Roy O’Donovan smashed five goals as Central Coast Mariners disposed of a Central Coast select outfit 9-0 in a friendly on Tuesday night. Powell – who is on trial after departing Phoenix last week –...
10 years ago

‘Why I chose Adelaide United’: new signing speaks

Adelaide United recruit Jesse Makarounas says he jumped at the chance to play for the Reds and hopes to play regular football for the defending Hyundai A-League champions. The 22-year-old Darwin-born midfielder departed Melbourne Victory at the conclusion of the...
10 years ago

Where are they now? Perth Glory special

As Perth Glory prepare to celebrate their 20th anniversary in 2016/17, the club takes a look back at 20 stars, fan favourites and cult heroes of yesteryear.
10 years ago

Transfer news: Sky Blues confirm striker’s departure

Sydney FC have confirmed they’ve agreed to release Shane Smeltz from the final year of his contract with the frontman completing a deal with Malaysian Super League club Kedah FC overnight. Transfer reports: Kedah to sign Sydney FC’s Smeltz Smeltz,...
10 years ago

Transfer reports: Kedah to sign Sydney FC’s Smeltz

Malaysian Super League (MSL) club Kedah FA have announced on their social feeds they have signed Shane Smeltz from Sydney FC for the rest of 2016. Smeltz, who has scored 83 goals in nine Hyundai A-League seasons, has been on...
10 years ago

Phoenix eye Chinese market

Wellington Phoenix will head to China in just over a fortnight to contest the Capital Cup but the club hopes to return to New Zealand with much more than a piece of silverware. Ernie Merrick’s side will tackle Beijing BG...
10 years ago

10 Chinese players for Hyundai A-League

With news that Chinese-owned Newcastle may sign a Chinese player, Asian football expert @JohnnyDuerden identifies 10 Chinese names A-League clubs should look at.
10 years ago

Transfer news: Sydney FC sign Aussie from Italian club

Sydney FC have confirmed they’ve secured the services of talented young midfielder Joshua Brillante, with the Socceroo signing a three year deal. Brillante joins the Sky Blues from Serie A outfit Fiorentina whom he joined in 2014, and linked up...