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Ernie: We Need Viduka

Ernie: We Need Viduka

ERNIE Merrick believes Mark Viduka will make himself available for the Socceroos World Cup campaign but the V-Bomber won't be playing his domestic football with Melbourne Victory this year. 23 Jun 2009
Next Superstar Hunt Begins...

Next Superstar Hunt Begins...

FOOTBALL Superstar returns for its second series tonight, with 15 contestants battling for one professional deal at A-League champions Melbourne Victory. 27 May 2009
Ernie: I Want Kevin For Two More Years

Ernie: I Want Kevin For Two More Years

EXCLUSIVE: The most successful coach in A-League history chatted with FourFourTwo's Aidan Ormond about the issues of the day at Melbourne Victory and his new Football Superstar gig. 21 May 2009
Merrick: Stay There Adrian

Merrick: Stay There Adrian

ERNIE Merrick believes former Melbourne Victory defender Adrian Leijer is best served by remaining in England but may have to take a step back to take a step forward.
5 May 2009
Victory Searching For Overseas Defender

Victory Searching For Overseas Defender

A-LEAGUE champions Melbourne Victory are set to move their search for a key defender off shore with coach Ernie Merrick admitting that the club will pursue an overseas player to fill the void left by the departures of Michael Thwaite and Sebastian Ryall. 21 Mar 2009
Merrick Hails Fantastic Season

Merrick Hails Fantastic Season

'FANTASTIC' was Ernie Merrick's view of a memorable season for Melbourne Victory as he celebrated his second A-League title with the club. 1 Mar 2009
Merrick: We Can Handle Reds

Merrick: We Can Handle Reds

MELBOURNE Victory coach Ernie Merrick says he is unconcerned by the prospect of Adelaide United attempting to stifle his team into submission in Saturday night's A-League Grand Final. 28 Feb 2009
'Forget The Law Of Averages'

'Forget The Law Of Averages'

MELBOURNE Victory boss Ernie Merrick refuses to accept that the law of averages means Grand Final opponents Adelaide United are due a win against his side. 23 Feb 2009
Merrick Calls For Sea Of Blue

Merrick Calls For Sea Of Blue

MELBOURNE Victory boss Ernie Merrick has called for a grand final 'sea of blue' as another Telstra Dome row threatens to erupt over clashing dates at the venue. 21 Feb 2009
Victory Will Attack The Reds

Victory Will Attack The Reds

ERNIE Merrick has no intention of adopting a defensive safety-first approach in the first leg of the major semi-final against Aurelio Vidmar's Adelaide United this weekend. 5 Feb 2009
Merrick Flags Up Assistant Ref Concerns

Merrick Flags Up Assistant Ref Concerns

MELBOURNE Victory coach Ernie Merrick has delivered a stinging rebuke to the A-League's linesmen and wants them to raise their game when it comes to making correct offside decisions. 5 Feb 2009
Merrick Confident Ahead Of Finals

Merrick Confident Ahead Of Finals

AN upbeat Ernie Merrick believes Melbourne Victory are perfectly placed ahead of the first leg of their major semi-final showdown with Adelaide United at Hindmarsh Stadium on Saturday night.
3 Feb 2009
Merrick: As Big As A Finals Clash

Merrick: As Big As A Finals Clash

MELBOURNE Victory will give little regard to the A-League ladder when they run out for Friday's crucial Telstra Dome clash against Wellington Phoenix. 22 Jan 2009
Ernie: Top Spot Is A Slim Shot

Ernie: Top Spot Is A Slim Shot

MELBOURNE Victory boss Ernie Merrick believes his team has only a slim chance now of lifting the A-League Premier's Plate following their 3-2 defeat to Perth Glory. 12 Jan 2009
It Ain't Broke, Says Merrick

It Ain't Broke, Says Merrick

MELBOURNE Victory coach Ernie Merrick is set to face Queensland Roar at Telstra Dome with the same XI which defeated Sydney last week.
2 Jan 2009
Victory Keen To Head Home

Victory Keen To Head Home

ERNIE Merrick is keen to put a 'horrendous' road trip behind him and let the club enjoy a run of home games in the run up to the finals. 20 Dec 2008