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Interested in the popularity and growth of football in Australia, especially the A-League and Australia Cup. Also passionate about the history of the former National Soccer League.
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The National Premier League NSW wraps up in a few weeks. It’s a historic occasion, because five clubs will eventually be lifted a division,…
It’s just gone past 7:30pm, and the Australia Cup Round of 32 has kicked off. Four matches are being played in unison, and I’m…
Central Coast sit second behind Wellington, and a victory over Adelaide will see them finish the regular season on top of the ladder.
Western United have half a dozen games left to make the men’s top six. Anchored in last place, can they prove the impossible can…
Rampaging Roy Krishna returns to Australia this week, leading his Indian Super League team into battle against Central Coast. The famous Fijian international will…
Central Coast Mariners and Newcastle Jets women will play for a trophy made of a sliced portion of fence that was once used on the F3 Motorway.
After weeks of speculation, Englishmen Mark Jackson has finally been unveiled as the Mariners' next coach, taking over from Nick Montgomery. Judging by the…
When Alessandro Del Piero arrived at Kingsford Smith Airport in 2012, the marquee signing was given a hero’s welcome by Sydney FC fans, energising…
Can you name the previous two winners of the Australia Cup? Hint: they’ll be fighting for survival in the upcoming playoffs. The reversal of…
“Wunderbar!” was my first thought, having read various football headlines online. Signing Alou Kuol from Stuttgart was the best news, I believed, since the…
Sky Blue fans, your day of ruling the Emerald City is about to be questioned by a National Premier League side. Sitting on top…
Macarthur flipped the climate coin last Saturday afternoon and lost. It was one extreme after another. Initially their men's match against Newcastle was delayed…
Officially, I didn’t completely believe John Aloisi’s “passionate defence” of the A-League a couple of days ago. Under the surface, he was hiding something.…
The more I think about Australian Professional Leagues, the more I compare it to an uncompromising college, educating the masses. In my youth, seventeen…
Eleven days ago, on the 11th of December, 11 dejected men in yellow rued being beat by Newcastle in the F3 derby. Crammed with…
Each A-League team has been busy launching a new home-and-away jersey, coinciding with the impending season launch on Friday, October 7. As a fan…
He was just a kid. Some National Premier League youngster from Victoria, dressed in orange. Substituted for Oakleigh’s keeper late in the dying minutes…
When did you officially know you were an A-League supporter? I’m assuming it took time and wasn’t overnight. For the National Soccer League generation,…
The Bulls have every intention of winning the Australia Cup, and they probably will. Think of it as an early birthday present for their…
CommBank Stadium will be a sea of colours this weekend, celebrating the NSW National Premier League final. Built at the headwater of Parramatta River,…
Yeah, I think that’s why it’s unlikely a team from Perth will feature in the NSD. The costs would be overwhelming.
If football enlisted Jetstar as a major sponsor, that might change.
Geographically, Australia is huge. I couldn’t imagine any lower tier English Football League clubs surviving here, especially with the distance of travel.
If all attention is focused on the A-League and national second division, what happens to the NPL?
100% agree on domestic transfer fees, FIL.
National Second Division clubs might make some decent coin from this. It would be a “selling” league, after all. The new tier would be very inclined to keep pushing their *talents to the highest bidder.
* I’m sure a few moneyball lemons would be hyped-up & sold too.
Anyway, say a club sells half of its roster after a season. That would be a huge rebuild. I know, it’s a good “problem” to have.
If all attention is focused on the A-League and national second division, what happens to the NPL?
We need a Larry Kestelman type. The millionare grew the NBL very well. I know it’s unlikely though.
If all attention is focused on the A-League and national second division, what happens to the NPL?
It’s the NSW & Victorian clubs in particular.
With the focus now on the National Second Division, interest in the lower tiers could wane. At the end of the day, clubs are businesses, and sponsors want to be seen by the big boppers.
Cutrently a lot of NPL games are streamed on YouTube. Traditionally there’s two cameras, a commentator & vision mixer (at the very least). These luxuries cost money. Will these services be funded forever?
I can see a professionally run NSD, but a volunteer based NPL.
Football tends to reinvent itself in Australia roughly every 30 years, which is a rocky road of impermanence.
That gives the A-League & Football Australia a decade to get it right.
If all attention is focused on the A-League and national second division, what happens to the NPL?
You make a valid point, Grem. It’s all about word choice, I think. Certain phrases can elude to negative connotations, & maybe the Matilda’s expectations were sky-high.
I’ll admit that I’m a greedy football fan. All I want is gold for our Olympic girls.
Calm, cheap and Aussie – key criteria for the Matildas' new coach after our 'Ted Lasso' era
‘Four years of hell’: Damning Gustavsson claim after Matildas’ Olympic failure as Slater sinks the boots in again – The Roar
The allegation is certain players were “dissatisfied” with the coach.
I’m happy for the players to be reviewed.
Calm, cheap and Aussie – key criteria for the Matildas' new coach after our 'Ted Lasso' era
I’d like to see the actual players take more ownership of their results, as opposed to throwing Gustavsson under the bus.
I feel their is an internal siege mentality brewing from within the Matilda’s camp, where there is a clash of egos.
They are potentially more popular than the Socceroos. We deserve the best gaffer. I’m sure we all want to win the next World Cup.
Calm, cheap and Aussie – key criteria for the Matildas' new coach after our 'Ted Lasso' era
Ha! I didn’t mean literally.
But, it does read like that within the context.
Yes, until next season. 😛
If all attention is focused on the A-League and national second division, what happens to the NPL?
Sunday, 18th of August at 5:15pm.
The final round of Football Queensland Premier League.
If all attention is focused on the A-League and national second division, what happens to the NPL?
Ross County? It’s nice to know he played for them. Certainly the smallest team in the Scottish Premiership, but one with heart.
Amazing, as Dingwall has a population of less than 6,000.
Socceroo set for step up after signing deal to join Championship side Cardiff City
Attendance: 26,353
Parramatta Stadium.
A Sydney FC & WSW Grand Final would top that figure.
If all attention is focused on the A-League and national second division, what happens to the NPL?
A good win by Sydney Olympic. I do enjoy the old matches. A few players I recognised too (Paul Okon, Jean-Paul de Marigny). Even the 1989 billboards are wistful.
If all attention is focused on the A-League and national second division, what happens to the NPL?
I’m still laughing at “poppet”. 😁
If all attention is focused on the A-League and national second division, what happens to the NPL?
Agreed. It is – the old brick pit (quarry). A spectacular oval once used for the Empire (Commonwealth) Games.
If all attention is focused on the A-League and national second division, what happens to the NPL?
A decent meal too (I’ve had a pleasant birthday lunch there). The little stadium is peculiar, surrounded by train tracks. Hopefully they’ll install seats soon, as opposed to unfinished concrete steps.
If all attention is focused on the A-League and national second division, what happens to the NPL?
Pretty much. There’s still a few gems, such as Fraser Park (Portuguese) & Stanmore Hawks (Greek).
If all attention is focused on the A-League and national second division, what happens to the NPL?
I think it was during the mid 90’s, I was at Rebel Sport (Chatswood Westfield), & I saw NSL jerseys for sale, including the blue Marconi one. I was wrapped.
Coincidently, I was Rebel Sport (George St) today, & saw zero A-League shirts for sale. Not impressed.
They can keep their $150 Manchester United kit.
If all attention is focused on the A-League and national second division, what happens to the NPL?
Which Brisbane team is it? I had a quick Google. Is it the Bardon Latrobe Football Club?
If all attention is focused on the A-League and national second division, what happens to the NPL?
Their home ground at Landen Stadium looks nice. Reminds me of Western United’s new digs.
If all attention is focused on the A-League and national second division, what happens to the NPL?
Sarina Wiegman would be my first choice. Could we afford her?
Only if Football Australia win the Lotto.
Matildas legend's verdict on new coach - and why they must get more from Fowler
Ante Juric, I hope you’ve packed your suit of armour.
Matildas legend's verdict on new coach - and why they must get more from Fowler
“A big achievement from Newcastle Jets FC youth team – and their season could get even better!
They’ve won the Football NSW League Two Men’s title and secured promotion to League One.”
– A-League Men X (Twitter).
If all attention is focused on the A-League and national second division, what happens to the NPL?
Ah, the Seine – the Ganges of France.
Spewin! Nation forfeits mixed triathlon after athlete suffers sickness following stinky Seine swim
I could be wrong, but most NPL clubs might not be able to afford surviving in the National Second Division, which includes interstate travel expenses. Meaning, there’s limited aspiration to be promoted, apart from prestige.
Saying that, you’re correct Grem, & the money made from NPL transfers to the NSD would assist greatly.
Worst-case scenario: The NPL goes from a semi-professional to amateur league.
Best-case scenario: New NPL talent is unearthed, & sold upwards to the NSD.
More football for everyone!
If all attention is focused on the A-League and national second division, what happens to the NPL?
On grassroots grants..
“Grants from FA is around one per cent of revenue.”
Yikes. That’s a tiny amount.
'Bloated administration': A deep dive into Australian football's financials