Hyundai A-League News

Best of the Pressers: Talay finds 'last piece of the puzzle' in Hooper

Phoenix boss Ufuk Talay says he’s found the final piece of the Wellington puzzle after signing ex-Premier League striker Gary Hooper on Thursday. But as the Wellington boss revealed recruiting the star Englishman was a signing coup long in the making. Hear from Talay, Hoope

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Ten double headers announced following Westfield W-League draw

Ten matches in the 2019/20 campaign have become Westfield W-League and Hyundai A-League double headers, following the announcement of the Westfield W-League Season Draw. Newcastle Jets and Western Sydney Wanderers will host three double headers each, at McDonald Jones Stadium

The first F3 derby of the season kicks off on Saturday

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‘I want to smash them every time’: Mariners, Jets players trade F3 derby blows

Central Coast Mariners and Newcastle Jets players have had plenty to say ahead of Saturday’s highly-anticipated F3 derby. One of the Hyundai A-League’s oldest rivalries, the fixture is set for its 48th instalment this Saturday night in Gosford. Of the previous 47 battles, N

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'One of the most talented youngsters in the country': Najjarine pens City extension

Melbourne City have given Ramy Najjarine a show of faith by signing up the 19-year-old attacker to a fresh contract extension. The Australian youth international has put pen to paper on a deal that will keep him in Melbourne until the end of the 2021/22 campaign. “We are d

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FFA Cup 2019 Goal of the Year: Semi Final update

The votes have been counted and Melbourne City’s Scott Galloway is the winner of the best goal scored in the FFA Cup 2019 Semi Finals. After we asked fans to tell us their favourite strike from the two Semi Finals, and Galloway’s scorching strike against Brisbane Strikers came

Moving mountains: Jets fans walk to F3 Derby to help mate’s cause

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24 hours, no sleeping: Jets fans will walk to F3 derby for mate's expenses

Like many Newcastle Jets fans this weekend, Luke Alexander will journey to the Central Coast for Saturday night’s F3 Derby. But he won’t travel by car or by train.

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Signing news: Talay adds ex-Premier League striker Hooper to Phoenix attack

Wellington Phoenix look to have found their replacement for star striker Roy Krishna, signing former Celtic and Norwich City star Gary Hooper. In a huge boost for the Phoenix, the 31-year-old was unveiled by the club on Thursday after signing a one-year deal. While the Hyun

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FFA Cup 2019 Final Preview: Can the Reds go back-to-back?

The season’s first piece of silverware will be handed out next Wednesday night as Adelaide United host Melbourne City in the FFA Cup 2019 Final. Coopers Stadium will be rocking as the home fans look to celebrate Cup success for the second year in a row. The Reds have been t

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Stats Review: Why Diamanti’s 46-metre effort is the first of many this season

Alessandro Diamanti skipped past Alex Rufer with a deft flick over the Phoenix midfielder's head after Western United FC, their backs firmly against the wall in the final 10 minutes of Sunday's clash, hacked another clearance away. The Italian international scampered forward w

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Sydney FC v Wellington Phoenix: match preview

Ufuk Talay returns to his former club for the first time as Wellington Phoenix look to bounce back from a first-up loss at the home of Champions Sydney FC on Sunday. Talay, who was assistant as the Sky Blues won the title last season, will hope to use his intimate knowledge of

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Melbourne City v Adelaide United: match preview

Melbourne City and Adelaide United have the chance to land an early psychological blow before next week’s FFA Cup 2019 Final when they meet at AAMI Park. In a quirk of the draw, City and the Reds do battle in Melbourne on Sunday, before squaring off for Australia's biggest cup

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Central Coast Mariners v Newcastle Jets: match preview

The battle for F3 supremacy is at stake on Saturday night as Central Coast Mariners host bitter rivals Newcastle Jets in Gosford. A win over the nearest neighbours is always top priority for these clubs and it will be no different in this one as the two foes battle for early s

Western United celebrate their win over Wellington Phoenix

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Western United v Perth Glory: match preview

After making a dream start to their inaugural Hyundai A-League campaign last weekend, Western United FC will make more history on Saturday with their first-ever home match. It’s sure to be a special occasion at GMHBA Stadium in Geelong as Mark Rudan’s side take on reigning Pre

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'My missus was sick of hearing about it': How Wanderers fans celebrated homecoming

There are people hanging out of windows and children standing on restaurant tables as Western Sydney Wanderers fans make their way down Church Street. On-lookers perched in the surrounding bars and cafes - many of them sporting Red and Black scarves and hats - can't resist but

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Melbourne Victory v Western Sydney Wanderers FC: match preview

Western Sydney Wanderers made a dream start to life back at Wanderland in Round 1 but will face a stern test when they take on Melbourne Victory at Marvel Stadium on Friday night. An inspired performance from skipper Mitch Duke ensured Markus Babbel’s side opened the season wi