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A-League wannabes 'ready if NZ dumped' (Oct 31, 2006 08:54 GMT)
A-League bidders in north Queensland and Wollongong say they are ready to replace the struggling NZ Knights if they were dumped from the competition.
Veteran Bingley stays on for Sydney FC (Oct 31, 2006 08:39 GMT)
Sydney FC has extended the stay of veteran midfielder Matthew Bingley for another two weeks.
Sydney FC join chase for Zola (Oct 30, 2006 06:46 GMT)
Sydney FC has joined the race to sign veteran Italian striker Gianfranco Zola, said club chief executive George Perry.
Perth draw piles pressure on Butcher (Oct 29, 2006 09:26 GMT)
The pressure on Sydney FC boss Terry Butcher is set to continue after Perth Glory snatched a 1-1 draw with the A-League champion at Aussie Stadium.
Zhang will be a hit: Bleiberg (Oct 29, 2006 01:45 GMT)
Queensland Roar coach Miron Bleiberg has compared Chinese recruit Yuning Zhang to a long-distance runner after Zhang's first A-League start.
Ball bouncing back Down Under (Oct 28, 2006 21:40 GMT)
Former Southampton and Manchester City manager Alan Ball wants to coach the New Zealand Knights in the A-League.
Roar, Mariners fight out another draw (Oct 28, 2006 12:05 GMT)
Queensland Roar has retaken second spot on the A-League ladder after a 1-1 draw with the Central Coast Mariners at Suncorp Stadium.
Jets coach fired-up after Adelaide win (Oct 28, 2006 07:11 GMT)
Unbeaten Newcastle Jets coach Gary van Egmond admits the football gods are smiling on his A-League club after its dramatic 2-1 victory over Adelaide.
'No panic' at Sydney FC, says Rudan (Oct 27, 2006 09:28 GMT)
Sick and tired of the speculation surrounding his coach, Sydney FC skipper Mark Rudan has vowed the A-League champion will turn around its faltering season.
Roar's Reddy gets nod for Mariners clash (Oct 27, 2006 09:24 GMT)
No.1 goalkeeper Liam Reddy has returned to the Queensland Roar line-up for Saturday night's home A-League clash against the Central Coast Mariners.
Sydney FC vows to turn season around (Oct 27, 2006 03:01 GMT)
Sydney FC skipper Mark Rudan has vowed the A-League champions will turn around their faltering season starting with a strong performance against Perth Glory.
Adelaide can top A-League, says Kosmina (Oct 26, 2006 09:10 GMT)
Adelaide United coach John Kosmina says his side can knock Melbourne off the top of the A-League table.
Virus strikes down another Roar player (Oct 26, 2006 08:42 GMT)
A stomach bug has claimed a second high-profile victim at A-League soccer club Queensland Roar - exciting new recruit Carl Recchia.
Merrick wary of struggling Knights (Oct 26, 2006 08:40 GMT)
Melbourne Victory coach Ernie Merrick is still wary of the New Zealand Knights, despite being at the top of the A-League table.
Mori extends his deal with the Mariners (Oct 25, 2006 02:47 GMT)
The Central Coast Mariners have received a welcome boost in the A-League by extending evergreen striker Damian Mori's contract.
LaPaglia slams under-fire coach Butcher (Oct 24, 2006 09:37 GMT)
Sydney FC coach Terry Butcher says he deserves more time to prove himself despite a vote of no confidence from club stakeholder and actor Anthony LaPaglia.
Sydney FC says no assurances for Butcher (Oct 23, 2006 07:38 GMT)
Sydney FC has refused to guarantee the position of under-fire coach Terry Butcher beyond this weekend's A-League clash with Perth Glory.
LaPaglia tries to give Butcher the chop (Oct 22, 2006 12:56 GMT)
Sydney FC coach Terry Butcher has survived a push by Hollywood star and part owner Anthony LaPaglia to have him sacked.
United forge on against hapless Knights (Oct 22, 2006 11:51 GMT)
Adelaide United has withstood a late surge from the hapless New Zealand Knights to win 4-2 at Hindmarsh Stadium and claim second spot on the A League ladder.
Victory take A-League stranglehold (Oct 22, 2006 11:32 GMT)
Inaugural minor premier Adelaide has emerged as Melbourne's chief A-League challenger as the Victory regained their stranglehold of the premiership.
Jets flying high in Brisbane (Oct 22, 2006 10:42 GMT)
Queensland rued a night where "everything went wrong" as Newcastle produced an A-League upset to continue the clubs' bizarre away anomaly at Suncorp Stadium.
Newcastle upset Roar 1-0 in A-League (Oct 22, 2006 09:25 GMT)
Newcastle has helped Melbourne to maintain its stranglehold of the A-League premiership with a 1-0 upset of second-placed Queensland at Suncorp Stadium.
Give Butcher time: Merrick (Oct 22, 2006 02:38 GMT)
Melbourne Victory coach Ernie Merrick has thrown his support behind under-fire Sydney FC boss Terry Butcher as pressure continues to mount on the Blues manager.
Bad break may end Petkovic's career (Oct 21, 2006 04:03 GMT)
Perth goalkeeper Jason Petkovic has likely to have played his last A-League game after breaking his leg late in the Glory's 2-1 defeat by Central Coast.
Kossie's team back in the groove (Oct 21, 2006 01:49 GMT)
John Kosmina's Adelaide United good form has been overlooked in the a week focused on his sideline clash with Kevin Muscat.
Glory 'keeper to undergo surgery (Oct 20, 2006 22:03 GMT)
Perth Glory goalkeeper Jason Petkovic will undergo surgery in Gosford after breaking his leg during against the Central Coast.
Sydney, Melbourne out to bounce back (Oct 20, 2006 06:47 GMT)
Scoring goals, rather than settling scores, will be the priority in the A-League clash between Sydney and Melbourne at Aussie Stadium on Saturday night.
Recchia replacing Murdocca at Roar (Oct 20, 2006 02:51 GMT)
Former Melbourne Victory utility Carl Recchia has been signed on a short-term contract by A-League rivals Queensland Roar.
Sydney FC's spirit strong, says Butcher (Oct 19, 2006 07:21 GMT)
Sydney FC coach Terry Butcher insists team morale is strong ahead of Saturday night's A-League clash with Melbourne Victory.
Victory expects more Sydney FC fireworks (Oct 19, 2006 06:42 GMT)
After last month's spiteful battle with Sydney FC, Melbourne Victory defender Adrian Leijer predicts Saturday night's rematch will be just as intense.
Adelaide coach Kosmina cops sideline ban (Oct 19, 2006 05:23 GMT)
Adelaide United coach John Kosmina has been assured his four-match touchline ban won't impact on his role with the Socceroos.
Kosmina ordered to undergo counselling (Oct 19, 2006 03:35 GMT)
Adelaide United has ordered its coach John Kosmina to undergo counselling in the wake of his four-match ban for his confrontation with Kevin Muscat.
Kosmina punished for moment of madness (Oct 19, 2006 00:08 GMT)
Adelaide United coach John Kosmina has been banned from the technical area for the next four A-League soccer rounds for grabbing Kevin Muscat around the throat.
Kosmina punished for moment of madness (Oct 18, 2006 11:04 GMT)
Adelaide United coach John Kosmina has been banned from the technical area for the next four A-League soccer rounds for grabbing a player around the throat.
Kosmina handed four-game ban (Oct 18, 2006 10:21 GMT)
Adelaide United coach John Kosmina has been suspended for the next four games following a disciplinary hearing.
Sydney struggle in marquee player search (Oct 18, 2006 06:47 GMT)
Sydney FC's quest for a big-name marquee signing to replace Dwight Yorke this season appears all but over following the departure of Benito Carbone.
NZ Knights' striker ruled out for season (Oct 18, 2006 04:58 GMT)
The New Zealand Knights' goalscoring woes have continued with news that striker Dani Rodrigues is likely to be out for the rest of the A-League season.
Kosmina faces likely suspension (Oct 17, 2006 22:50 GMT)
Adelaide United coach John Kosmina is facing a likely suspension when he fronts a FFA disciplinary hearing on Wednesday night.
Glory to sign Duncan Disorderly: report (Oct 17, 2006 10:15 GMT)
Former Everton hero Duncan Ferguson is set to sign for Perth Glory next month, according to English reports.
Sydney FC, Carbone fail to reach deal (Oct 17, 2006 09:17 GMT)
Diminutive striker Benito Carbone will return home to Italy after failing to reach an agreement with Sydney FC to extend his four-match guest contract.
Kosmina faces club and league sanctions (Oct 17, 2006 08:34 GMT)
Adelaide United will add its own sanction to whatever the FFA dishes out at a disciplinary hearing for coach John Kosmina on Wednesday night.
Muscat won't appear at A-League hearing (Oct 17, 2006 03:56 GMT)
Melbourne Victory captain Kevin Muscat has declined to give evidence at an A-League disciplinary hearing for Adelaide United coach John Kosmina.
Muscat declines to give evidence (Oct 17, 2006 02:32 GMT)
Kevin Muscat has declined a request to give evidence in Wednesday night's hearing for Adelaide United coach John Kosmina.
Muscat gets off, Kosmina to face hearing (Oct 16, 2006 10:29 GMT)
A yellow card protected Victory skipper Kevin Muscat, but Adelaide United coach John Kosmina will face a disciplinary hearing over their A-League shoving match.
Muscat did nothing wrong: Merrick (Oct 16, 2006 05:15 GMT)
Melbourne Victory coach Ernie Merrick says his club will vigorously defend skipper Kevin Muscat amid claims arising from his on-field scuffle with John Kosmina.
Guest Romario pledges goals for Adelaide (Oct 16, 2006 04:27 GMT)
Jet-lagged Brazilian soccer star Romario has promised plenty of goals during his four-game guest stint with Adelaide United.
Roar look to reinvent dumped skipper (Oct 16, 2006 04:21 GMT)
Benched Queensland skipper Chad Gibson may be reinvented as a midfielder to lead the Roar's charge towards the A-League finals.
FFA to investigate coach-player blow-up (Oct 15, 2006 10:41 GMT)
An angry physical altercation between Adelaide coach John Kosmina and Melbourne Victory skipper Kevin Muscat is set to be investigated by A-League officials.
Van Egmond gets a crack as Jets coach (Oct 13, 2006 06:49 GMT)
The Newcastle Jets still have 14 weeks to prove they are a finals-calibre A-League team despite their woeful start to the season.
Mariners turn to wise old heads (Oct 12, 2006 08:42 GMT)
Mariners coach Lawrie McKinna has turned to three of his most experienced campaigners to boost the club's fortunes ahead of Friday's crunch match with Sydney.
Roar's Gibson vows to fight back (Oct 12, 2006 06:27 GMT)
Out-of-favour Queensland Roar skipper Chad Gibson has vowed to convince coach Miron Bleiberg he has a lot to offer as he fights to save his immediate future.
NZ lose Rodrigues, Buari for Jets match (Oct 12, 2006 06:27 GMT)
The New Zealand Knights will be without striker Dani Rodrigues for their match against fellow A-League strugglers the Jets in Newcastle on Saturday night.
Sydney FC appoints new chief executive (Oct 11, 2006 04:21 GMT)
Sydney FC has appointed respected sports administrator George Perry as its new chief executive.
Dumped Jets boss vows he'll be back (Oct 10, 2006 08:20 GMT)
Former Newcastle Jets boss Nick Theodorakopoulos has vowed to return to elite-level coaching after he was axed from the A-League club.
Jets confirm sacking of Theodorakopoulos (Oct 10, 2006 01:24 GMT)
Newcastle Jets have confirmed the sacking of Nick Theodorakopoulos as coach of the A-League club.
Newcastle Jets coach may be facing axe (Oct 9, 2006 10:15 GMT)
Newcastle Jets coach Nick Theodorakopoulos could be facing the axe from the A-League club after failing to register a win this season.
Roar coach expects glory in Perth (Oct 9, 2006 10:12 GMT)
Perth Glory's win over cellar dwellers New Zealand hasn't put the fear of god into Queensland Roar coach Miron Bleiberg.
Sydney and the Roar split the points (Oct 8, 2006 08:06 GMT)
Sydney FC and Queensland Roar played out a 1-1 draw at Aussie Stadium with both goals coming in the first half.
Muscat in form for Melbourne Victory (Oct 7, 2006 04:31 GMT)
As four of his closest friends quit international soccer, Kevin Muscat wants to continue playing for Australia until at least next year's Asian Cup finals.
Sydney FC can win A-League easy: Carbone (Oct 7, 2006 04:30 GMT)
Diminutive striker Benito Carbone believes if Sydney FC can play as a team they can win the A-League "easy".
Perth Glory in 1-0 win over NZ Knights (Oct 6, 2006 20:05 GMT)
Perth Glory has secured its second successive win of the A-League season with a 1-0 victory over the New Zealand Knights.
Adelaide United in 3-1 win over Mariners (Oct 6, 2006 14:06 GMT)
Adelaide United have powered past Central Coast Mariners to lock in a top four A-League spot with a 3-1 win at Hindmarsh Stadium.
Mariners set to recreate Adelaide's pain (Oct 5, 2006 09:59 GMT)
The Central Coast Mariners hope to make Adelaide United relive its A-League preliminary final nightmare with a win this weekend.
Butcher calls for A-League re-scheduling (Oct 5, 2006 08:43 GMT)
Sydney FC coach Terry Butcher has questioned the A-League's fixture scheduling, with his side without two of its stars for Sunday's match against the Roar.
'Unfair' to expect carbon copy Carbone (Oct 5, 2006 02:31 GMT)
Sydney FC coach Terry Butcher believes it is unfair to expect a repeat performance from flamboyant striker Benito Carbone this Sunday against Queensland Roar.
Duruz cops A-League suspension (Oct 4, 2006 10:06 GMT)
The New Zealand Knights' downward spiral has continued, with Swiss defender Gregory Duruz slapped with a two-game A-League ban for elbowing.
Forget Victory defeat, says Milicic (Oct 4, 2006 05:50 GMT)
Queensland Roar striker Ante Milicic says the club needs to forget its 4-1 thumping at the hands of Melbourne Victory and focus on this weekend's challenge.
Sydney FC's Carney returns to training (Oct 4, 2006 05:36 GMT)
Sydney FC star midfielder David Carney has returned to training early, only four weeks after shoulder reconstruction surgery.
Carbone says he's keen to stay for good (Oct 3, 2006 08:22 GMT)
After a starring role in Sydney FC's 4-1 win over Adelaide United, short-term recruit Benito Carbone says he wants to extend his stay.
Nevin fined, banned from technical area (Oct 3, 2006 07:57 GMT)
NZ Knights coach Paul Nevin has been fined, banned from the technical area for four matches and given a suspended two-match ban for his actions at the weekend.
Victory stays unbeaten amid controversy (Oct 1, 2006 09:21 GMT)
A dubious second half penalty helped power Melbourne seven points clear atop the A-League with a 4-1 victory over second-placed Queensland Roar at Telstra Dome.
Sydney's star recruit Carbone to debut (Oct 1, 2006 07:41 GMT)
Italian striker Benito Carbone will make his A-League debut for Sydney FC, but Adelaide United's attack will be without its two stars for Monday's meeting.
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A-League wannabes 'ready if NZ dumped' (Oct 31, 2006 08:54 GMT)
A-League bidders in north Queensland and Wollongong say they are ready to replace the struggling NZ Knights if they were dumped from the competition.
Veteran Bingley stays on for Sydney FC (Oct 31, 2006 08:39 GMT)
Sydney FC has extended the stay of veteran midfielder Matthew Bingley for another two weeks.
Sydney FC join chase for Zola (Oct 30, 2006 06:46 GMT)
Sydney FC has joined the race to sign veteran Italian striker Gianfranco Zola, said club chief executive George Perry.
Perth draw piles pressure on Butcher (Oct 29, 2006 09:26 GMT)
The pressure on Sydney FC boss Terry Butcher is set to continue after Perth Glory snatched a 1-1 draw with the A-League champion at Aussie Stadium.
Zhang will be a hit: Bleiberg (Oct 29, 2006 01:45 GMT)
Queensland Roar coach Miron Bleiberg has compared Chinese recruit Yuning Zhang to a long-distance runner after Zhang's first A-League start.
Ball bouncing back Down Under (Oct 28, 2006 21:40 GMT)
Former Southampton and Manchester City manager Alan Ball wants to coach the New Zealand Knights in the A-League.
Roar, Mariners fight out another draw (Oct 28, 2006 12:05 GMT)
Queensland Roar has retaken second spot on the A-League ladder after a 1-1 draw with the Central Coast Mariners at Suncorp Stadium.
Jets coach fired-up after Adelaide win (Oct 28, 2006 07:11 GMT)
Unbeaten Newcastle Jets coach Gary van Egmond admits the football gods are smiling on his A-League club after its dramatic 2-1 victory over Adelaide.
'No panic' at Sydney FC, says Rudan (Oct 27, 2006 09:28 GMT)
Sick and tired of the speculation surrounding his coach, Sydney FC skipper Mark Rudan has vowed the A-League champion will turn around its faltering season.
Roar's Reddy gets nod for Mariners clash (Oct 27, 2006 09:24 GMT)
No.1 goalkeeper Liam Reddy has returned to the Queensland Roar line-up for Saturday night's home A-League clash against the Central Coast Mariners.
Sydney FC vows to turn season around (Oct 27, 2006 03:01 GMT)
Sydney FC skipper Mark Rudan has vowed the A-League champions will turn around their faltering season starting with a strong performance against Perth Glory.
Adelaide can top A-League, says Kosmina (Oct 26, 2006 09:10 GMT)
Adelaide United coach John Kosmina says his side can knock Melbourne off the top of the A-League table.
Virus strikes down another Roar player (Oct 26, 2006 08:42 GMT)
A stomach bug has claimed a second high-profile victim at A-League soccer club Queensland Roar - exciting new recruit Carl Recchia.
Merrick wary of struggling Knights (Oct 26, 2006 08:40 GMT)
Melbourne Victory coach Ernie Merrick is still wary of the New Zealand Knights, despite being at the top of the A-League table.
Mori extends his deal with the Mariners (Oct 25, 2006 02:47 GMT)
The Central Coast Mariners have received a welcome boost in the A-League by extending evergreen striker Damian Mori's contract.
LaPaglia slams under-fire coach Butcher (Oct 24, 2006 09:37 GMT)
Sydney FC coach Terry Butcher says he deserves more time to prove himself despite a vote of no confidence from club stakeholder and actor Anthony LaPaglia.
Sydney FC says no assurances for Butcher (Oct 23, 2006 07:38 GMT)
Sydney FC has refused to guarantee the position of under-fire coach Terry Butcher beyond this weekend's A-League clash with Perth Glory.
LaPaglia tries to give Butcher the chop (Oct 22, 2006 12:56 GMT)
Sydney FC coach Terry Butcher has survived a push by Hollywood star and part owner Anthony LaPaglia to have him sacked.
United forge on against hapless Knights (Oct 22, 2006 11:51 GMT)
Adelaide United has withstood a late surge from the hapless New Zealand Knights to win 4-2 at Hindmarsh Stadium and claim second spot on the A League ladder.
Victory take A-League stranglehold (Oct 22, 2006 11:32 GMT)
Inaugural minor premier Adelaide has emerged as Melbourne's chief A-League challenger as the Victory regained their stranglehold of the premiership.
Jets flying high in Brisbane (Oct 22, 2006 10:42 GMT)
Queensland rued a night where "everything went wrong" as Newcastle produced an A-League upset to continue the clubs' bizarre away anomaly at Suncorp Stadium.
Newcastle upset Roar 1-0 in A-League (Oct 22, 2006 09:25 GMT)
Newcastle has helped Melbourne to maintain its stranglehold of the A-League premiership with a 1-0 upset of second-placed Queensland at Suncorp Stadium.
Give Butcher time: Merrick (Oct 22, 2006 02:38 GMT)
Melbourne Victory coach Ernie Merrick has thrown his support behind under-fire Sydney FC boss Terry Butcher as pressure continues to mount on the Blues manager.
Bad break may end Petkovic's career (Oct 21, 2006 04:03 GMT)
Perth goalkeeper Jason Petkovic has likely to have played his last A-League game after breaking his leg late in the Glory's 2-1 defeat by Central Coast.
Kossie's team back in the groove (Oct 21, 2006 01:49 GMT)
John Kosmina's Adelaide United good form has been overlooked in the a week focused on his sideline clash with Kevin Muscat.
Glory 'keeper to undergo surgery (Oct 20, 2006 22:03 GMT)
Perth Glory goalkeeper Jason Petkovic will undergo surgery in Gosford after breaking his leg during against the Central Coast.
Sydney, Melbourne out to bounce back (Oct 20, 2006 06:47 GMT)
Scoring goals, rather than settling scores, will be the priority in the A-League clash between Sydney and Melbourne at Aussie Stadium on Saturday night.
Recchia replacing Murdocca at Roar (Oct 20, 2006 02:51 GMT)
Former Melbourne Victory utility Carl Recchia has been signed on a short-term contract by A-League rivals Queensland Roar.
Sydney FC's spirit strong, says Butcher (Oct 19, 2006 07:21 GMT)
Sydney FC coach Terry Butcher insists team morale is strong ahead of Saturday night's A-League clash with Melbourne Victory.
Victory expects more Sydney FC fireworks (Oct 19, 2006 06:42 GMT)
After last month's spiteful battle with Sydney FC, Melbourne Victory defender Adrian Leijer predicts Saturday night's rematch will be just as intense.
Adelaide coach Kosmina cops sideline ban (Oct 19, 2006 05:23 GMT)
Adelaide United coach John Kosmina has been assured his four-match touchline ban won't impact on his role with the Socceroos.
Kosmina ordered to undergo counselling (Oct 19, 2006 03:35 GMT)
Adelaide United has ordered its coach John Kosmina to undergo counselling in the wake of his four-match ban for his confrontation with Kevin Muscat.
Kosmina punished for moment of madness (Oct 19, 2006 00:08 GMT)
Adelaide United coach John Kosmina has been banned from the technical area for the next four A-League soccer rounds for grabbing Kevin Muscat around the throat.
Kosmina punished for moment of madness (Oct 18, 2006 11:04 GMT)
Adelaide United coach John Kosmina has been banned from the technical area for the next four A-League soccer rounds for grabbing a player around the throat.
Kosmina handed four-game ban (Oct 18, 2006 10:21 GMT)
Adelaide United coach John Kosmina has been suspended for the next four games following a disciplinary hearing.
Sydney struggle in marquee player search (Oct 18, 2006 06:47 GMT)
Sydney FC's quest for a big-name marquee signing to replace Dwight Yorke this season appears all but over following the departure of Benito Carbone.
NZ Knights' striker ruled out for season (Oct 18, 2006 04:58 GMT)
The New Zealand Knights' goalscoring woes have continued with news that striker Dani Rodrigues is likely to be out for the rest of the A-League season.
Kosmina faces likely suspension (Oct 17, 2006 22:50 GMT)
Adelaide United coach John Kosmina is facing a likely suspension when he fronts a FFA disciplinary hearing on Wednesday night.
Glory to sign Duncan Disorderly: report (Oct 17, 2006 10:15 GMT)
Former Everton hero Duncan Ferguson is set to sign for Perth Glory next month, according to English reports.
Sydney FC, Carbone fail to reach deal (Oct 17, 2006 09:17 GMT)
Diminutive striker Benito Carbone will return home to Italy after failing to reach an agreement with Sydney FC to extend his four-match guest contract.
Kosmina faces club and league sanctions (Oct 17, 2006 08:34 GMT)
Adelaide United will add its own sanction to whatever the FFA dishes out at a disciplinary hearing for coach John Kosmina on Wednesday night.
Muscat won't appear at A-League hearing (Oct 17, 2006 03:56 GMT)
Melbourne Victory captain Kevin Muscat has declined to give evidence at an A-League disciplinary hearing for Adelaide United coach John Kosmina.
Muscat declines to give evidence (Oct 17, 2006 02:32 GMT)
Kevin Muscat has declined a request to give evidence in Wednesday night's hearing for Adelaide United coach John Kosmina.
Muscat gets off, Kosmina to face hearing (Oct 16, 2006 10:29 GMT)
A yellow card protected Victory skipper Kevin Muscat, but Adelaide United coach John Kosmina will face a disciplinary hearing over their A-League shoving match.
Muscat did nothing wrong: Merrick (Oct 16, 2006 05:15 GMT)
Melbourne Victory coach Ernie Merrick says his club will vigorously defend skipper Kevin Muscat amid claims arising from his on-field scuffle with John Kosmina.
Guest Romario pledges goals for Adelaide (Oct 16, 2006 04:27 GMT)
Jet-lagged Brazilian soccer star Romario has promised plenty of goals during his four-game guest stint with Adelaide United.
Roar look to reinvent dumped skipper (Oct 16, 2006 04:21 GMT)
Benched Queensland skipper Chad Gibson may be reinvented as a midfielder to lead the Roar's charge towards the A-League finals.
FFA to investigate coach-player blow-up (Oct 15, 2006 10:41 GMT)
An angry physical altercation between Adelaide coach John Kosmina and Melbourne Victory skipper Kevin Muscat is set to be investigated by A-League officials.
Van Egmond gets a crack as Jets coach (Oct 13, 2006 06:49 GMT)
The Newcastle Jets still have 14 weeks to prove they are a finals-calibre A-League team despite their woeful start to the season.
Mariners turn to wise old heads (Oct 12, 2006 08:42 GMT)
Mariners coach Lawrie McKinna has turned to three of his most experienced campaigners to boost the club's fortunes ahead of Friday's crunch match with Sydney.
Roar's Gibson vows to fight back (Oct 12, 2006 06:27 GMT)
Out-of-favour Queensland Roar skipper Chad Gibson has vowed to convince coach Miron Bleiberg he has a lot to offer as he fights to save his immediate future.
NZ lose Rodrigues, Buari for Jets match (Oct 12, 2006 06:27 GMT)
The New Zealand Knights will be without striker Dani Rodrigues for their match against fellow A-League strugglers the Jets in Newcastle on Saturday night.
Sydney FC appoints new chief executive (Oct 11, 2006 04:21 GMT)
Sydney FC has appointed respected sports administrator George Perry as its new chief executive.
Dumped Jets boss vows he'll be back (Oct 10, 2006 08:20 GMT)
Former Newcastle Jets boss Nick Theodorakopoulos has vowed to return to elite-level coaching after he was axed from the A-League club.
Jets confirm sacking of Theodorakopoulos (Oct 10, 2006 01:24 GMT)
Newcastle Jets have confirmed the sacking of Nick Theodorakopoulos as coach of the A-League club.
Newcastle Jets coach may be facing axe (Oct 9, 2006 10:15 GMT)
Newcastle Jets coach Nick Theodorakopoulos could be facing the axe from the A-League club after failing to register a win this season.
Roar coach expects glory in Perth (Oct 9, 2006 10:12 GMT)
Perth Glory's win over cellar dwellers New Zealand hasn't put the fear of god into Queensland Roar coach Miron Bleiberg.
Sydney and the Roar split the points (Oct 8, 2006 08:06 GMT)
Sydney FC and Queensland Roar played out a 1-1 draw at Aussie Stadium with both goals coming in the first half.
Muscat in form for Melbourne Victory (Oct 7, 2006 04:31 GMT)
As four of his closest friends quit international soccer, Kevin Muscat wants to continue playing for Australia until at least next year's Asian Cup finals.
Sydney FC can win A-League easy: Carbone (Oct 7, 2006 04:30 GMT)
Diminutive striker Benito Carbone believes if Sydney FC can play as a team they can win the A-League "easy".
Perth Glory in 1-0 win over NZ Knights (Oct 6, 2006 20:05 GMT)
Perth Glory has secured its second successive win of the A-League season with a 1-0 victory over the New Zealand Knights.
Adelaide United in 3-1 win over Mariners (Oct 6, 2006 14:06 GMT)
Adelaide United have powered past Central Coast Mariners to lock in a top four A-League spot with a 3-1 win at Hindmarsh Stadium.
Mariners set to recreate Adelaide's pain (Oct 5, 2006 09:59 GMT)
The Central Coast Mariners hope to make Adelaide United relive its A-League preliminary final nightmare with a win this weekend.
Butcher calls for A-League re-scheduling (Oct 5, 2006 08:43 GMT)
Sydney FC coach Terry Butcher has questioned the A-League's fixture scheduling, with his side without two of its stars for Sunday's match against the Roar.
'Unfair' to expect carbon copy Carbone (Oct 5, 2006 02:31 GMT)
Sydney FC coach Terry Butcher believes it is unfair to expect a repeat performance from flamboyant striker Benito Carbone this Sunday against Queensland Roar.
Duruz cops A-League suspension (Oct 4, 2006 10:06 GMT)
The New Zealand Knights' downward spiral has continued, with Swiss defender Gregory Duruz slapped with a two-game A-League ban for elbowing.
Forget Victory defeat, says Milicic (Oct 4, 2006 05:50 GMT)
Queensland Roar striker Ante Milicic says the club needs to forget its 4-1 thumping at the hands of Melbourne Victory and focus on this weekend's challenge.
Sydney FC's Carney returns to training (Oct 4, 2006 05:36 GMT)
Sydney FC star midfielder David Carney has returned to training early, only four weeks after shoulder reconstruction surgery.
Carbone says he's keen to stay for good (Oct 3, 2006 08:22 GMT)
After a starring role in Sydney FC's 4-1 win over Adelaide United, short-term recruit Benito Carbone says he wants to extend his stay.
Nevin fined, banned from technical area (Oct 3, 2006 07:57 GMT)
NZ Knights coach Paul Nevin has been fined, banned from the technical area for four matches and given a suspended two-match ban for his actions at the weekend.
Victory stays unbeaten amid controversy (Oct 1, 2006 09:21 GMT)
A dubious second half penalty helped power Melbourne seven points clear atop the A-League with a 4-1 victory over second-placed Queensland Roar at Telstra Dome.
Sydney's star recruit Carbone to debut (Oct 1, 2006 07:41 GMT)
Italian striker Benito Carbone will make his A-League debut for Sydney FC, but Adelaide United's attack will be without its two stars for Monday's meeting.
