Hyundai A-League News

'We had too much fear': Babbel angry at Wanderers effort

Western Sydney Wanderers boss Markus Babbel pulled no punches in his assessment of his side’s 4-0 defeat at Melbourne Victory, insisting they “had too much fear” and that it was “men against boys”. The Champions put on a clinic at Marvel Stadium, with goals from Keisuke Honda,

1543710113

'We didn't play well': Corica targets improvement despite win

Sydney FC coach Steve Corica acknowledged his side put in a “poor, poor performance” in the first half but was pleased the Sky Blues responded to win 2-1 at Central Coast Mariners on Saturday. The reigning Premiers started slowly and found themselves behind against the winless

1543661884

Dominant Victory put on masterclass to crush Wanderers

Melbourne Victory have sent an ominous warning to the rest of the Hyundai A-League, crushing Western Sydney Wanderers 4-0 on Saturday night. The champions put on an attacking masterclass at Marvel Stadium, putting the result beyond doubt by half-time as they scored all three g

1543653209

O’Neill’s spectacular strike helps Sydney FC defeat the Mariners

A stunning goal from Sydney FC midfielder Brandon O’Neill has helped the Sky Blues to a come-from-behind 2-1 win over the Central Coast Mariners 2-1 in Gosford on Saturday. After Matt Simon gave the Mariners an early lead with a goal against his former club, the visitors hit b

1543642999

Re-live: Victory outclass Wanderers, Sydney FC edge Mariners

It was two contrasting games on Super Saturday of the Hyundai A-League but Sydney FC and Melbourne Victory both did enough to take all three points. It took a stunning goal from midfielder Brandon O’Neill to get the Sky Blues a come-from-behind 2-1 win over Central Coast Marin

1543636026

Najjarine: I want to 'go for a title'

Now that he’s had a taste of Hyundai A-League action, Melbourne City midfielder Ramy Najjarine wants more as his side face Newcastle Jets in Round 6. In a case of one bright talent replacing another, Najjarine came on for Riley McGree with 15 minutes to spare in City's 2-0 los

1543632601

Durante: Phoenix wary of 'wily' Keogh

Wellington Phoenix captain Andrew Durante has warned his teammates of the threats posed by Andy Keogh ahead of their clash against Perth Glory. The Glory marksman, who will play his 100th game in Perth colours, has four goals in five games this season and has conjured up a le

1543626979

Local boy Hoffman says 'team will always come first'

Ahead of a crucial clash against Melbourne City, Newcastle Jets forward Jason Hoffman says he is happy to play in any role, so long as the team does well. Hoffman, 29, was born in Newcastle and returned to Hunter last season after four seasons at Melbourne City and Heart.

1543622901

Popovic: Strong preseason key to Perth's early glory

Tony Popovic believes Perth Glory’s intense preseason has played a major part in his side’s stoppage time winners against Melbourne Victory and Central Coast Mariners. Chris Ikonomidis has been the saviour on both occasions, and both games have resulted in 3-2 victories to Pe

1543619566

Aloisi: Mauk's red card 'very strange'

Brisbane Roar's John Aloisi believes Stefan Mauk should not have been red-carded following the midfielder's challenge on Craig Goodwin on Friday night. Mauk was given his marching orders in injury time after leading with his studs in a game that was predominantly entertaining,

1543564469

Halloran double sees Reds topple Roar in Hyundai A-League classic

A brace to Ben Halloran against his former club has helped Adelaide United record a 2-1 win over Brisbane Roar in a Friday thriller at Coopers Stadium. In a match that saw the woodwork hit three times, two red cards and some breath-taking football, Halloran’s double either sid

1543560435

Muscat: Wanderers better than results suggest

Melbourne Victory boss Kevin Muscat believes that the Hyundai A-League table is not a fair reflection of Western Sydney Wanderers’ form. The Wanderers sit eighth with just one win from their first five matches of the 2018/19 Season and face a tricky trip to Melbourne for Satur

1543552974

Corica admits Sydney FC are on the hunt for striker

Sydney FC Head Coach Steve Corica revealed his side are in the market for another striker as they chase their third successive Hyundai A-League Premiership. The Sky Blues have plenty of firepower in the squad which includes captain Alex Brosque, Milos Ninkovic, Siem de Jong a

1543552037

'I was scared': Fit-again Koutroumbis reflects on cancer shock ahead of comeback

Newcastle Jets defender Johnny Koutroumbis was overwhelmed, nervous, confused and scared.

1543532421

How Jeggo’s football fixation inspired his journey to full health

If Australian footballers require a steely inner resolve to be successful overseas then it is entirely logical that Jimmy Jeggo is forging an exciting career for himself in Europe. The midfielder, who won his first Caltex Socceroos cap in the 3-0 win over Lebanon, has encounte