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Aloisi: VAR isn't getting it right

Aloisi: VAR isn't getting it right

Brisbane Roar coach John Aloisi says there's "something wrong" with the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system after Sunday's 1-1 draw at home to Central Coast.
21 Oct 2018
"Is the ref in charge?" Merrick slams VAR

"Is the ref in charge?" Merrick slams VAR

Newcastle Jets coach Ernie Merrick has weighed into the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) debate, ridiculing the use of the technology after his side's 2-1 loss away to Wellington Phoenix on Sunday.
21 Oct 2018
Mulvey downplays Bolt contract offer rumours

Mulvey downplays Bolt contract offer rumours

Central Coast coach Mike Mulvey has poured cold water on rumours the club have offered triallist Usain Bolt a permanent contract.
21 Oct 2018
Perth Glory v Western Sydney Wanderers Player Ratings

Perth Glory v Western Sydney Wanderers Player Ratings

The latest instalment of the cross-country clash delivered a 1-1 draw to wrap up Round One of the new A-League season on Sunday evening.
21 Oct 2018
Brisbane Roar v Central Coast Mariners Player Ratings

Brisbane Roar v Central Coast Mariners Player Ratings

A terrific defensive performance from Central Coast Mariners will lead to Brisbane Roar ruing their missed chances in a riveting 1-1 draw at Suncorp Stadium.
21 Oct 2018

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Kerem Bulut banned for four years - reports

Kerem Bulut banned for four years - reports
Australia's 'above average' World Cup

Australia's 'above average' World Cup
O'Rourke on A-League expansion: We know who we want

O'Rourke on A-League expansion: We know who we want
Melbourne Victory v City Player Ratings

Melbourne Victory v City Player Ratings

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VAR: How the fans reacted

VAR: How the fans reacted

VAR caused massive controversy on Saturday night, as Melbourne City won the Melbourne Derby at Marvel Stadium.
Sydney's new stadium a real crowd pleaser

Sydney's new stadium a real crowd pleaser

It's now East Sydney vs Western Sydney for the best stadium, looks like the race is on.
PUMA reveals new 'Stun Pack'

PUMA reveals new 'Stun Pack'

PUMA launches the new stun pack, bringing chrome-like finishes back into the game.
New Balance's Limited Edition Furon

New Balance's Limited Edition Furon

Meet the new look, limited edition Furon 4.0 from the Horizon Pack.
Newcastle Jets release epic, spine-tingling ad

Newcastle Jets release epic, spine-tingling ad

Newcastle Jets' brilliant new ad released on Thursday has fans excited.

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Wellington Phoenix v Newcastle Jets Player Ratings

Wellington Phoenix v Newcastle Jets Player Ratings

It was messy but Mark Rudan is off to a winning start in his debut match as a manager of the Wellington Phoenix as they defeated last season's grand finalists Newcastle Jets 2-1.
Rogic & Boyle score as Maclaren returns

Rogic & Boyle score as Maclaren returns

Socceroo Tom Rogic starred with a goal and an assist as Celtic defeated Hibernian 4-2 in the Scottish Premiership overnight.
Joyce: McGree is one of our best

Joyce: McGree is one of our best

Melbourne City boss Warren Joyce has heaped praise on young star Riley McGree after his decisive impact as a substitute in Saturday night's 2-1 derby win over Victory.
Muscat: It wasn't even a foul

Muscat: It wasn't even a foul

Melbourne Victory coach Kevin Muscat refuses to enter into the video assistant referee debate but claimed City's penalty award wasn't even a foul in Saturday night's derby.
Melbourne Victory v City Player Ratings

Melbourne Victory v City Player Ratings

On the first Saturday night of the new A-League season, the first Melbourne Derby of the season saw Melbourne City take the bragging rights over reigning champions Melbourne Victory, coming from behind to win 2-1.

Analysis

Graham Arnold: The Master of Systems

Graham Arnold: The Master of Systems

Okay, Kuwait seemed about as interested in the game as their crowd, but you can only play what’s in front of you. Playing in stifling heat on an over-grassed pitch, the Arnie Era got off to a very solid start.
Does 'cult' club hold the secret to attracting new A-League fans?

Does 'cult' club hold the secret to attracting new A-League fans?

We all want another Western Sydney Wanderers, but how can A-League expansion clubs get it right? The answer may be hidden within one of Europe’s most unusual teams.
How to fix penalty decisions?

How to fix penalty decisions?

I have a crazy suggestion for a new rule that might improve the game.
The Extra Mile - McKinna on Jedinak

The Extra Mile - McKinna on Jedinak

Lawrie McKinna was the coach who gave Mile Jedinak his first big chance in professional football. The following is an extract from Lawrie's biography (published in 2016) in which he discusses Mile's development and impact on the Mariners before going overseas...
Version 14 A-League...Bring it on!

Version 14 A-League...Bring it on!

FFA’s war with FIFA. FFA’s war with its own stakeholders. The prospect of a normalisation committee and being turfed out of the Asian Cup. The Socceroos starting life under a coach who divides the fans. Expansion about to delight two and disaffect the rest. And pop music at goal kicks and corners? Some would suggest that Australian football’s traditional death wish is simply ratcheting up a notch, but I reckon this could be the best season ever.

Galleries

Bumper Sunday A-League gallery

Bumper Sunday A-League gallery

Wellington Phoenix hosted Newcastle Jets, Brisbane Roar faced Central Coast and Perth Glory welcomed Western Sydney on a huge Sunday in Round One of the 2018/19 A-League season. Pics by Getty Images.
FTBL's bumper Melbourne derby gallery

FTBL's bumper Melbourne derby gallery

FTBL's Sam Anfield was pitch-side at Marvel Stadium capturing all the action as Victory and City faced off in front of 40,000 fans. Pics by Sam Anfield.
Melbourne derby pic bonanza

Melbourne derby pic bonanza

Keisuke Honda took centre stage as the Melbourne Derby took place at Marvel Stadium between Victory and City. Pics by Getty Images.
Melbourne Derby coaches special

Melbourne Derby coaches special

Kevin Muscat and Warren Joyce spoke to the Melbourne media on the Yarra River ahead of Saturday's Melbourne derby. They also had a nice stroll together! Pics by Getty Images.

Videos

Watch: Usain Bolt prepares for maiden start

Watch: Usain Bolt prepares for maiden start

Central Coast Mariners coach Mike Mulvey says he's "quietly pleased" with the progress of star recruit Usain Bolt and now football fans will have a chance to judge for themselves.
WATCH! New season TV ad

WATCH! New season TV ad

Football Federation Australia today launched its new season ad for the A-League and W-League with the “Where Heroes Are Made” campaign
WATCH! Now it's Usain Bolt, football analyst...

WATCH! Now it's Usain Bolt, football analyst...

One minute, you're a world record holding 100m sprint superstar. The next you're trialling for the worst A-League club in Australia. And then suddenly you're on TV as a football analyst, assessing Manchester United's progress in Europe. Of course.
WATCH! The A-League bloopers 2017/18

WATCH! The A-League bloopers 2017/18

It's the new season tradition we can all get behind - JayFC's annual A-League blooper tape. Sit back and enjoy the worst of last season...
Watch! Massimo Luongo scores his first of the season

Watch! Massimo Luongo scores his first of the season

After being kept on the bench at the World Cup despite shining for the Socceroos in the pre-tournament warm ups, Massimo Luongo has bounced back for his club QPR and opened his account for the season with this looping header in their 2-0 win over Millwall this morning.