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8 years ago

‘I have this passion inside’: Fornaroli lets loose as milestone beckons

329 minutes without a Hyundai A-League goal must have resembled an age for Bruno Fornaroli. That’s probably why one of the competition’s most lethal hit-men celebrated snapping his mini goal-drought against Wellington Phoenix with such vigour. The 31-year-old’s magnificent curling...

8 years ago

Report: De Laet, Fornaroli on target as City cruise past Phoenix

Melbourne City cruised to a 2-0 victory over Wellington Phoenix in Friday night’s Remembrance Round encounter at AAMI Park. Ritchie De Laet’s early drive put Warren Joyce’s side in the driving seat before a Bruno Fornaroli stunner established an unassailable...

8 years ago

‘It’s giving me that platform to achieve my dreams’: Why Goodwin returned to Adelaide

Craig Goodwin’s inclusion as a train-on member of the latest Caltex Socceroos squad suggests his second stint with Adelaide United is going exactly to plan. The classy winger has enjoyed a blistering start upon returning to the Hyundai A-League from...

8 years ago

When Harry met Andy: Kane and Keogh’s deadly strike partnership

Harry Kane might now be one of the biggest names in world football but it was a loan spell alongside a Hyundai A-League star that convinced Tottenham that the striker had what it takes at the top level. A fruitful...

8 years ago

Match Preview: Melbourne City v Wellington Phoenix

Melbourne City and Wellington Phoenix will be desperate to atone for recent 3-0 defeats when the two sides meet in the Hyundai A-League on Friday evening. The pair share identical form lines, in fact, with City and Phoenix starting the...

8 years ago

Aloisi praises efforts of ‘great’ goalkeeper Young

Brisbane Roar manager John Aloisi has praised goalkeeper Jamie Young’s ability to consistently pull off crucial saves for his side. Young has been front and centre for the Roar this campaign with a string of last-ditch blocks, including a spectacular...

8 years ago

‘I want to better it’: Le Fondre out to break Bobo’s goals record

At Sydney FC, Adam Le Fondre has big shoes to fill. And while the English import is a different sort of player to the man he replaced, Bobo, he is still leading the line up front and expected to score...

8 years ago

Extra Time: Ikonomidis reveals why the best is yet to come

Perth Glory midfielder Chris Ikonomidis said finally feeling settled is behind his blistering start to the Hyundai A-League 2018/19 Season. The 23-year-old signed a three-year deal at the Glory in September after a series of loan spells in Italy, Denmark and...

8 years ago

Sydney FC announce Tratt signing

Sydney FC have announced the signing of defender Jacob Tratt on a short-term injury replacement deal. The 24-year-old will deputise for injured centre-back Ben Warland, who suffered a foot injury in October. Tratt joins the Hyundai A-League outfit from Sutherland...

8 years ago

‘We’ll punish them’: Taylor backs Phoenix to attack City

Wellington Phoenix defender Steven Taylor believes the club has turned a corner and will be looking to take the game to opposition teams, starting with Melbourne City on Friday night. Speaking ahead of the match-up at AAMI Park, Taylor said the...

8 years ago

Adelaide goalkeeper Izzo’s kind act for young fan

Adelaide United’s success in the FFA Cup has helped bring a smile to a sick young supporter’s face. The Reds edged Sydney FC last week in a thrilling Final to become the first club to win the competition twice. And...

8 years ago

‘Massive’: Why Wanderers defender Elrich’s 250th is extra special

Western Sydney Wanderers defender Tarek Elrich says being at a club so close to his heart makes his impending 250th appearance in the Hyundai A-League all the more meaningful. Elrich, 31, is set to become the eighth player to reach the milestone...