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Archive for March, 2008

ACL 2008 - Matchday 2

Thursday, March 20th, 2008

In Australian action from Matchday 2 of the AFC Champions League, Adelaide United were held to a 0-0 home draw against Chinese side Changchun Yatai while Melbourne Victory lost 3-1 away to Thai side Chonburi FC.
Adelaide might be considered unlucky not to have picked up a goal for their efforts, as they committed increasingly to [...]

Australian sides enjoy winning start to ACL 2008

Thursday, March 13th, 2008

Both Melbourne and Adelaide made dream starts to the 2008 AFC Champions League overnight. The Victory defeated Chunnam Dragons (KR) 2-0 in Melbourne, while United accounted for Pohang Steelers (KR) away by the same scoreline.

Upcoming Australian Football Fixtures

Tuesday, March 11th, 2008

Although the A-League season has recently been completed, there is still plenty of Australian-themed football to look forward to. I’ve put together a quick list of upcoming fixtures featuring the Australian National Team, along with Adelaide and Melbourne’s AFC Champions League matches.
NB: Home team listed first
3/12 (ACL Matchday 1)
Pohang Steelers (KR) vs Adelaide United
Melbourne Victory [...]

Nine Teams = Just Fine

Tuesday, March 11th, 2008

There seems to be a lot of consternation at the prospect of the A-League expanding to 9 teams for seasons four with the addition of Gold Coast Galaxy. People are saying "bye" like it’s a dirty word and something to be avoided at all costs — even at the cost of destroying the momentum the [...]

Thanks 4 the Memories Brett

Sunday, March 9th, 2008

It’s happened, Brett Favre has finally called time on his illustrious NFL career with the Packers. I still feel a little choked up when I think about it, especially after watching his press conference. The sheer emotion the man put into playing the game is staggering. After his wonderful feats this last season, I was [...]

Sydney begin off-season by opening chequebook

Tuesday, March 4th, 2008

After a fair-to-middling Season 3 of the A-League, Sydney FC has taken a stiff broom to its playing roster — no less than 7 players look to be on the way out — while bringing in some proven talent in an effort to bring the glamor back to the former "Bling FC." On Monday the [...]