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8 years ago

Hyundai A-League Team of the Week: Round 2

Who stood head and shoulders above the rest in Round 2? After a thrilling round of action, we’ve assessed the contenders and opted for a 4-3-3 formation for this Round’s Team of the Week. Did we get our starting XI...
8 years ago

Popovic’s influence clear in Perth’s statement win

The Tony Popovic era at Perth Glory has lift off. It might not have been smooth sailing, but Glory’s 3-2 triumph over Melbourne Victory on Sunday night could prove to be a landmark one. Popovic will have plenty to like...
8 years ago

Late Glory drama ruins Honda-inspired comeback

Christopher Ikonomidis struck a dramatic stoppage time winner as Perth Glory defeated Melbourne Victory 3-2 on Sunday evening. The Perth attacker fired home a rebound at the death to settle a frantic contest at AAMI Park and seal the first Hyundai...
8 years ago

Taylor’s missed sitter highlights Roar, Phoenix stalemate

Honours ended even in Sunday afternoon’s clash at Suncorp Stadium as Brisbane Roar and Wellington Phoenix played out a frustrating 0-0 stalemate. A golden opportunity squandered by Phoenix’s Steven Taylor proved the costliest miss of an encounter that saw both...
8 years ago

‘We’ve got to be more ruthless’: Joyce

Melbourne City boss Warren Joyce bemoaned his side’s profligacy in front of goal after they drew 1-1 at Central Coast Mariners on Saturday. City had 23 shots on goal to Central Coast’s four but needed an 84th-minute equaliser from Dario...
8 years ago

Corica hails Ninkovic as ‘the best in the league’

Sydney FC boss Steve Corica singled out midfield playmaker Milos Ninkovic for special praise after his star turn in Saturday night’s Sydney Derby. Ninkovic was at the heart of Sydney FC’s impressive performance and set up Alex Brosque’s second-half goal...
8 years ago

Match preview: Brisbane Roar v Wellington Phoenix

Wellington Phoenix’s bright start to the Hyundai A-League 2018/19 Season will get a stern test when they face Brisbane Roar at Suncorp Stadium on Sunday. Mark Rudan’s men have gained a lot of belief after their opening round win over...
8 years ago

Match preview: Melbourne Victory v Perth Glory

After commencing their Championship defence with a Round 1 Melbourne Derby loss, Melbourne Victory are aiming to bounce back for the visit of Perth Glory. Kevin Muscat’s side turned in a solid display at Marvel Stadium last Saturday but were...
8 years ago

Rufer: Phoenix players prepared ‘to die for the shirt’

Wellington Phoenix players are prepared “to die for the shirt” in order to make the club a Hyundai A-League force, according to midfielder Alex Rufer. The Mark Rudan era commenced in dream fashion last Sunday as the Phoenix produced a 2-1...
8 years ago

Roux hails impact of ‘great leader’ Honda

Melbourne Victory full-back Storm Roux says Keisuke Honda is proving an inspirational presence for Kevin Muscat’s side. Roux provided the assist as the Japanese legend notched a goal on his Hyundai A-League debut in Round 1’s 2-1 Melbourne Derby defeat...