Tackle: The amazing grand final the A-League needed
After a tough season in the A-League the code finally got a moment and game it deserved. ROBBIE SLATER and MARCO MONTEVERDE share their likes and dislikes from the epic grand final week.
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Why Nisbet thinks the Mariners are the best ever A-League side
Star midfielder Josh Nisbet was huge in the A-League grand final and after claiming a history defining treble he says the Central Coast Mariners have had one of the best seasons in history.
Mariners’ magical sporting story delivers ultimate final chapter
The magical sporting story that is the Central Coast Mariners has delivered the ultimate final chapter with back-to-back A-League championship wins and a history making treble.
‘Best scenes ever’: Mariners do unthinkable
The Central Coast Mariners have completed Australian football’s craziest fairytale pulling off an achievement no Aussie team has ever achieved.
Mariners star judged A-League’s best
A Central Coast Mariners star who made his Socceroos debut in March has won the Johnny Warren Medal.
Machach is ace up Victory’s sleeve
Having missed Melbourne Victory’s past two matches through suspension, Zinedine Machach will be desperate to have an impact in the A-League grand final.
Melanesian Mariners plan to sink Victory and inspire next-gen
When Pacific Islander duo Dan Hall and Brian Kaltak step out in the A-League grand final, they’ll be giving hope to a new generation of talent from the region.
How Victory rebuilt from its most challenging year yet
Melbourne Victory boss Caroline Carnegie has revealed the key to rebuilding the clubs that has them on the verge of a grand final, in the wake of last season’s horrendous pitch invasion.
Slater: Success of Victory underpins future of the A-League
While a win for the Central Coast Mariners would rank among the greatest fairytales in modern Australian sport, glory for Melbourne Victory would be just as powerful for different reasons, writes ROBBIE SLATER.
All-Stars to be unleashed in world-first Arsenal clash
The A-League Women’s All Stars squad is stacked with strikepower and coach Joe Montemurro plans to unleash it in the world first exhibition match with his former side Arsenal.
Bruno burning for A-League glory
Saturday night could be Melbourne Victory star Bruno Fornaroli’s final chance to achieve his ultimate A-League goal.
‘Spine tingling’: Moment I knew Victory was back from the brink
The Victory needed a spark to move on from the chaos of last season. A die-hard fan can remember the exact moment he stood in a packed North Terrace and felt the spirit of his club return.
Mariners avoiding treble talk
It’s business as usual for the Central Coast Mariners despite a historic treble being within their grasp.
War-torn Sri Lanka to Gosford: Max Balard’s life changing journey
Honing his football skills in war-torn and developing countries gave Mariners’ academy star Max Balard a different view of the world and football. ERIN SMITH spoke to the young midfielder ahead of Saturday’s men’s A-League Grand Final.
Western United snare star striker
Japanese striker Hiroshi Ibusuki has found a new A-League club after parting ways with Adelaide United.
Victory midfielder chasing silverware
A short-term contract could lead to a lifelong memory for a Melbourne Victory midfielder.
NPL Women NSW: 30+ Big-name A-League stars return to local clubs
With the 2023-24 A-League Women’s season done and dusted, players head home to their clubs for the NPLW season. Check out all the stars returning to NPLW NSW.
‘Hardest job’ no trouble for Mariners coach
Mark Jackson has lifted defending A-League champions Central Coast Mariners to another level this season ‘on and off the field’.
Kisnorbo’s sole focus is All-Stars gig
Patrick Kisnorbo is remaining focused on coaching the A-League All-Stars despite being linked to Western Sydney Wanderers.
The Tackle: Why the A-League deserves better
While the betting scandal dominated headlines, the grand finalists were set in the A-League. ROBBIE SLATER and MARCO MONTEVERDE share their likes and dislikes on the crazy week.
Ad pulled after A-League player charged
A gambling awareness ad has been removed after the A-League star appearing in it was charged with betting corruption.
Ad pulled after A-League player charged
A gambling awareness ad has been removed after the A-League star appearing in it was charged with betting corruption.
Mariners to host A-League grand final
Melbourne Victory stand in the way of the Central Coast Mariners completing the treble after both sides secured spots in the A-League grand final.
Grand final teams locked in after semi final thrillers
The teams for the A-League grand final are locked in with Central Coast Mariners to host Melbourne Victory at Gosford. This is how the semi finals unfolded.
Why A-League betting scandal could be the tip of the iceberg
The recent A-League betting scandal has highlighted the unhealthy relationship between sport and betting, ERIN SMITH talks to an expert about the damage that can be done at lower levels of sport.
Victory set to push star keeper to the limit
Melbourne Victory to bring an ‘aggressive’ attitude into their semi-final second-leg battle with Wellington Phoenix.
Socceroo’s brother among trio embroiled in ‘troubling’ scandal
Three men embroiled in the A-League betting scandal that has rocked Australian football have been issued interim bans, with the alleged actions condemned by FA boss James Johnson. ERIN SMITH reports.
Heartache behind one of the accused in A-League betting scandal
The A-League’s wrapped its arms around Macarther FC captain Ulises Davila two years ago, now he’s embroiled in one of the league’s biggest alleged betting scandals in history.
Slater: My revealing conversations with notorious football match-fixer
Back in his playing days, ROBBIE SLATER found himself living in the same hotel as a notorious European football match-fixer. Their conversations left a lasting impression.
Fans left ‘heartbroken’ at betting scandal that ruined great season
Macarthur found a new level on the pitch this season, returning to finals, but off the pitch it’s as worse as it’s ever been. ERIN SMITH takes a look into the Bull’s short A-League history.
How overseas betting infiltrated Australian sport
While the A-League betting scandal has put corruption in sport in the limelight, ROBERT CRADDOCK writes, this is just the tip the iceberg as overseas betting is all over Aussie sport.
Watch: The yellow cards under police investigation
At first glance they appear to be innocuous acts of frustrated and ill-disciplined footballers, but they are all now incidents which form part of an investigation to match-fixing in the A-League. WATCH them all HERE.
Why the A-League is on the brink of financial disaster
Australia’s top tier soccer clubs will be forced to battle for financial survival after a controversial plan which threatens the league’s future was unveiled.
A-League betting scandal: Big business of yellow card punts
Betting on yellow cards has become popular with punters, but the Football Association does not approve. See why.
South American crime figure mastermind behind bets scandal
Police will allege a South American crime figure they dubbed ‘the controller’ is at the top of a sports betting syndicate that threatens to overshadow the A-League’s showpiece grand final next weekend.
Slater: Why Postecoglou’s first Spurs season is a success
It is now or never in the A-League semi finals, which hang in the balance. Socceroos great Robbie Slater and Marco Monteverde run the rule over the match-ups in a tough week for former A-League coaches, including Tottenham’s Ange Postecoglou.
Rudan parts ways with Wanderers
Western Sydney Wanderers are searching for a new coach following the departure of Marko Rudan.
Grand final date with ‘Chiefy’ suits Sydney coach
A grand final against Wellington Phoenix is on top of Ufuk Talay’s wish list, but first his Sky Blues must dispose of the Central Coast Mariners.
A-League team of the year revealed
Having finished in the top-two on the A-League ladder, Central Coast and Wellington unsurprisingly dominate selection in the PFA team of the season.
Vidmar keeps City job
Melbourne City has opted for ‘stability’ in retaining the same coaching staff for next season.
Victory happy to be the ‘villains’
The more hostile the atmosphere in Wellington on Saturday the better for a confident Melbourne Victory outfit.
Socceroos named in All-Stars squad
The A-League All-Stars contain a host of attackers but a key playmaker has withdrawn from the squad for personal reasons.
Mariners among the ‘greatest’
The Central Coast Mariners are determined not to blow their chance of completing a remarkable treble.
A-League All-Stars coach revealed
After a rough spell in France, a former A-League title-winning coach has secured an “All-Star” job.
Sydney FC star’s career in limbo
A Sydney FC star may not play again for the Sky Blues after receiving a two-match suspension.
Wanderers fan banned for two years
A criminal investigation has been launched after a Western Wanderers supporter was hit with a two-year ban for using a ‘Nazi salute’ during an A-League game.
Victory ace not concerned by lean run
One of the A-League’s best strikers hasn’t scored in more than a month, but he’s not letting his barren run worry him.
The Tackle: Finals controversy makes case for key VAR change
A controversial second red card for Sydney kicked off a huge weekend of finals football, once again putting referees in the firing line. ROBBIE SLATER and MARCO MONTEVERDE share their thoughts on the two semi-finals.
Phoenix in box seat to make historic grand final
Wellington Phoenix is in a strong position to reach its first ever A-League grand final, with the Nix escaping with a tight fought draw with Melbourne Victory at AAMI Park.
Finals redemption awaits Victory’s Olyroos star
Confident Melbourne Victory midfielder Ryan Teague is adamant his side is ‘much better’ than A-League semi-final opponent Wellington Phoenix.
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