GOAL! Soccer Info, News & Updates

Carbone Come Back!?

Jason Cabral — Fri, 09 Mar 2007 03:29:00 +0000

Looks like Benito Carbone is wanting to make a return to the A-League with Adelaide United.

I understand he is a big name and can attract crowds. I feel though his impact with Sydney FC was limited and if I was Adelaide I would not make the same decision. I think I would be looking for a Brazilian. They seem to be making all the right moves in the A-League.

Read the article and make up your own mind I say!

JC

Youth World Cup 2007 Match Schedule

Jason Cabral — Tue, 06 Mar 2007 06:09:00 +0000

Following up on my last post. Here is the match schedule for the Youth World Cup. Keep track of all the up and coming stars! Wicked.

JC

News Story about the Matildas. No Serious

Jason Cabral — Mon, 26 Feb 2007 06:46:00 +0000

Its not often that the Matildas make the news. I don't know why. I think if football is to be strong in Australia there should be more news about the Matlitas. They are a strong team and I think there are good things coming for them.

Oh well. This article talks about some of Australia's most capped players. Have a read. Good Stuff.

JC

Adelaide United Seeing Red!!

Jason Cabral — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 23:57:00 +0000

Looks like some of the Adelaide players are having a dig at the ref. With that and their coach's actions, they are showing a distinct lack of discipline.

Maybe if they had better control of their emotions and more composure they wouldn't have been thumped 6 zip. They are proving to be worthy of the loss.

Melbourne Victory Victorious

Jason Cabral — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 00:37:00 +0000

Now this is and awesome performance. Melbourne really showed everyone what they are capable of. They also showed Australia how good Aussie Football can be.

I must admit, I am partial to Melbourne as it will be my new home town very shortly. Good time to jump on the bandwagon I guess!

JC

Vote for the Hyundai A-League Goal of the Season

Jeremy — Sun, 28 Jan 2007 04:27:00 +0000

With the season coming to an end, its time to look back at the greatest moments, and many of those would consist of the ball hitting the back of the net. Here's your chance to vote on some of the greatest goals of the season.

The nominations for the 2006/07 Hyundai A-League Goal of the season are;

Goal A - Round 2 - Malik Buari - New Zealand Knights v Adelaide United
Goal B - Round 8 - Milton Rodriguez - Newcastle Jets v New Zealand Knights
Goal C - Round 10 - Nick Carle - Newcastle Jets v Adelaide United
Goal D - Round 15 - Matt McKay - Queensland Roar v Perth Glory
Goal E - Round 17 - Matthew Thompson - Adelaide United v Newcastle Jets
Goal F - Round 17 - Greg Owens - Adelaide United v Newcastle Jets

Click here to view the nominated goals and place your vote and support your favourite players!

(source: Hyundai A-League)

What kinds of Governments produce winning soccer teams?

Jeremy — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 09:39:00 +0000

An interesting articles showing the relationship between Politics and the pitch. After 17 World Cups, we now can answer this vital question: What kind of governments produce winning soccer teams?

View article

Kewell is Feeling the Pain

Jason Cabral — Mon, 26 Jun 2006 07:15:00 +0000

Harry Kewell seems to be feeling the groin injury that he has previously suffered a bit from after that goal against Croatia.

I think Australia will need some of the flair Kewell can bring to the Australian Team. Then again, with the likes of Viduka, Cahill and Bresciano, the Australian team doesn't exactly lack depth.

So again, Hiddink the tactician is put to the test again. Can he put forward another strategy that is going to lead the Aussie Footballers through?

Well he has got us this far, my money is on him for sure.

Italy braced for Socceroos test

Jason Cabral — Mon, 26 Jun 2006 03:02:00 +0000

Italy braced for Socceroos test

This is an excellent article previewing the Socceroos against Italy. You can see that Italy is not taking this so lightly either. Going to be a good game!

Australia Vs Italy

Jason Cabral — Mon, 26 Jun 2006 01:29:00 +0000

Let's get physical

Looks like Australia is going to really take it to the Italian's. If we dont, we are done.

Australia wants to adopt a physical and tough game style in order to try and disrupt the Italian's style of play. And lets face it, when it comes to Football, the Italian's have lead the way in skill and tactics.

Lets just hope Hiddink has prepared our boys well enough for tonight's match.

Schwarzer set for quick return

Jason Cabral — Fri, 23 Jun 2006 04:37:00 +0000

Schwarzer set for quick return!! This article points out quite clearly that Australia has some Goal Keeper issues.

There was that terrible half foul against Japan for Schwarzer, and a couple of other indescrepencies. But unfortunately Kalac has much to answer too as well.

Does Australia go for Schwarzer again with his reasonable proven past, but with his unfortunate last few games. Or do we take another gamble with Kalac that really hasnt had the game time over the last season or so.

Time will tell.

Australia into final 16

Jason Cabral — Thu, 22 Jun 2006 23:01:00 +0000

Never in Australian Football history have we seen anything like this. For the first time ever Australia is into the final 16 of the WORLD CUP!

Now Australia goes on to play Italy in the next round. Tell me that isnt going to be another good game. With Italy's form of late, I think we have a chance too!

Printed 750mL Sports Drink Bottles for your Soccer Team

Jeremy — Wed, 21 Jun 2006 12:16:00 +0000

With all the craze around the World Cup '06, people have been sporting the latest merchandise for their favourite world cup teams. Nows the chance, to get your club a great merchandise item - and you too will have your own merchandise!

So.. here it is a limited time only promotion on Custom Printed Drink Bottles

(click the image below to view)

Kewell cleared by FIFA

Jeremy — Tue, 20 Jun 2006 16:15:00 +0000

At least the board at FIFA are fair, unlike some of the referees we've been stuck with!

"Socceroo Harry Kewell has been cleared by FIFA over his post-match tirade against a referee and will be free to play in Australia's crucial World Cup Group F match against Croatia on Friday"

The Stage is Set

Jason Cabral — Mon, 19 Jun 2006 00:10:00 +0000

So here it is. We are down to out last game in the group stages. Things have gone pretty much as people would have expected. Brazil has two wins, against us and Croatia. They have Japan next, and anyone betting against Brazil must be Japanese.

What is left is for Australia to draw or win against Croatia and we are through. We can do it. Croatia has looked strong, but is yet to score a goal, even against Japan, who we beat 3-1. If Australia can win their last game, they can create history, but lets not get ahead of ourselves.

More sleepless nights, but there is an easy fix for that. VICTORY!

Hiddink playing his best cards for the match against Brasil

Jeremy — Sun, 18 Jun 2006 09:05:00 +0000

"Socceroos coach Guus Hiddink has vowed to play his best team against Brazil regardless of the yellow card situation and attack the world champions in search of the upset of the World Cup."

This will include the likes of Craig Moore, Tim Cahill, Harry Kewell, Lucas Neill and John Aloisi. I hope we have what it takes to sink a few in the back of the net tonight!

TV Guide For the World Cup

Jason Cabral — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 05:12:00 +0000

Here is a link thank I think you will find useful. Its the guide to when all the games are going to be played on SBS television. Its helped me reschedule my life around the cup. It will help you.

We Won

Jason Cabral — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 04:14:00 +0000

So we won. We beat Japan. Tell you what though, I almost kicked something when that weak goal that Japan scored went in.

Good thing we have class players all over the field. You could see there was never going to be an issue of if we would equalise, it was a matter of when. The question was though, could we put two away? Well the Socceroos answered that with an emphatic YES with a second and a third goal also. They took their time, but once we started there was no stopping us.

So Brazil has won against Croatia. To guarantee entry into the next stage, we need to make sure we win one more. Lets make it Brazil. Another sleepless night for me, and many other football fans around Australia, I can assure you!

3 Reasons why the Socceroos can do well in Germany

Jeremy — Sat, 10 Jun 2006 03:52:00 +0000

3 Reasons the Socceroos can do well in Germany:

We have the players
We Beat Uruguay
We have the best Coach

The History of the World Cup

Jeremy — Sat, 10 Jun 2006 03:49:00 +0000

Here's a great pictorial of the History of the last 12 World Cups - Enjoy!

Click to view

Excellent Lead Up into the World Biggest Sporting Event

Jason Cabral — Thu, 08 Jun 2006 23:06:00 +0000

Everyone is buzzing. The day has finally come. The Worlds Biggest Sporting Event, The World Cup, is about to begin. As I mentioned, for Australia, or more accurately, The Socceroos, needed to have an excellent lead up to be able to have the confidence to take on the world.

So have we done that? Do I think we can do it? Hell Yes! We have had a string of wins, and also the draw with Holland. What more could you ask for.

All that is left is for us to sit back with a cold bevgerage in one hand and a huge banner that says "GO AUSSIES" in the other, and scream and yell at the little box until the neighbours think there is a crime taking place and the police knock on the door to investigate. I CANT WAIT!

Australia vs VV Kloetinge Friendly Match

Jeremy — Sat, 03 Jun 2006 10:26:00 +0000

Australia took the field against Dutch side VV Kloetinge, for a friendly match. Kewell got on the park after virtually badgering "coach Guus Hiddink in to letting him taste game time and prove his World Cup credentials as he recovers from a groin injury."

Kewell setup a goal for strikers Josh Kennedy and John Aloisi, for Australia's 8-1 win.

Australia vs Greece Match Highlights

Jeremy — Fri, 02 Jun 2006 11:17:00 +0000

If you missed the Australia vs Greece match (shame on you!) there's some match highlights available online to tide you over until the kick-off of the World Cup '06

Link: Australia vs Greece Match highlights

Kewell's boots officially back on!

Jeremy — Fri, 02 Jun 2006 11:13:00 +0000

Kewell has got his boots back on, and is almot at 100% match fitness according to coach, Guus Hiddink. Just to refresh those who are out of the loop - Kewell has been recovering from a groin injury, which happened in match simulation (practice).

This is a great news for the socceroos, however... there's another spanner in the works with
injury concerns for central defender Craig Moore. Hopefully his knee troubles are resolve before their first match...

Not Long Now

Jason Cabral — Tue, 30 May 2006 07:14:00 +0000

So Australia just beat Greece, European Cup. This is good, very good. I mentioned in a previous blog that if Australia had a good run leading to the World Cup, we would be very hard to beat. Looks like things are going to plan for the Australian's.

We have Holland as our next friendly. Another excellent test. Holland have some very big names in their team, and have been well know withing the Football community as one of the teams to beat in recent years. Its true they haven't produced the goods, but they are never a write off.

So lets see what happens in the next 15 days or so. I think we can expect a good show!