Declan Fay recalls a few classic World Cup qualifier moments – or half recalls them and half imagines them. But as you read this he is making his way to Sydney for the Honduras-Socceroos Sudden Death play off, the prospect of which has had an observable impact on his health. [Good to hear from you again. And you are Kennett-less in this case. JTH]
Almanac Soccer History: Remember the ’93 Socceroos
November 10, 2017 by 2 Comments
Dennis Gedling gets us in the mood for the Socceroos-Honduras World Cup qualifier with this story of the Socceroos 1993 campaign. [Terrific historical account from a fan’s perspective – JTH]
Almanac Soccer: When the Socceroos* went to war
November 9, 2017 by 6 Comments
This week marks the 50th anniversary of Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam National Day Soccer Tournament in Saigon at the start of November 1967. Historian Roy Hay tells the story. (*The term Socceroos actually came a few years after 1967)
One Enchanted Evening at the Bernabeu, Home of Real Madrid
October 26, 2017 by 12 Comments
Passionate Tottenham fan Steve Fahey, on vacation in Europe, had to go to great lengths to get a ticket for the Spurs Champions League clash in Madrid. It was well worth the effort.
Almanac Soccer – Adelaide United v Melbourne Victory: Rivals
October 23, 2017 by 1 Comment
Peter Sweeney was at the Adelaide Oval to see Adelaide United take on arch-rivals Melbourne Victory. All looked good until…
EPL – Liverpool v Manchester United: Reds unable to break winless record against United
October 15, 2017 by 2 Comments
Now the AFL season is over, our Japanese correspondent, Yoshi, reports on a big English Premier League match.
Guineas Day Preview: There’s only one Timmy Cahill
October 14, 2017 by 3 Comments
Sal Ciardulli sings the praises of Tim Cahill. Plus extensive previews of the Caulfield Guineas and The Everest meetings.
Raving Rulebook No 8
October 13, 2017 by 14 Comments
Rulebook lives !!! This week he tees off on the AFL re State Leagues, laments footy politics, lauds Richmond, proposes a radical finals series, praises the Storm, queries the Socceroos, says g’day to Ben Stokes and gives the footy media a huge bake.
The Influence of Australian Migrant Minorities on Soccer Today
October 3, 2017 by 5 Comments
Ivan Suljic looks at the influence of migrant footballers have had on Australian soccer including the Socceroos and the A-League. (A fascinating read for soccer fans – MNQ).
Those Magnificent Matildas – Part Deux
September 20, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Dennis Gedling revisits a 2015 article on the Matildas. It was filled with optimism at the time, which is now proving to have been well founded.
Juniors Almanacking – Memories of 10-year-olds. Brilliant.
August 27, 2017 by 12 Comments
It’s book week. This is David Wilson’s story of volunteering to take a couple of sessions at his children’s school on “the writing of a memory.” A rare privilege.
Almanac Book Review: The Death and Life of Australian Soccer by Joe Gorman
August 9, 2017 by 8 Comments
Football historian Roy Hay has reviewed the latest book on Australian football by Joe Gorman.
Vale Les Murray
August 6, 2017 by 3 Comments
Yes, in reality, how do you compete with a god? asks Dr Cruel in his tribute to Les Murray.
Almanac Soccer: Quinn’s Cup and Trophy in the ACT
July 12, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Partially blind goalkeeper saves penalty! Hamish provides a link detailing this inspiring effort.
What do you do in Melbourne when Richmond has a bye?
June 14, 2017 by 1 Comment
Richmond had the bye this weekend so Joe De Petro attended two games of football: the friendly between the world’s top two countries Brazil and Argentina, and a footy clash between fallen champions (Hawthorn) and a team on the rise (Gold Coast).
Round 12 Preview – Scott a lot to say
June 9, 2017 by 4 Comments
Round 12 kicks off tonight with the Grand Final replay which will be a cracker. The Socceroos will also be playing a pivotal game tonight against Saudi Arabia in the World Cup Qualifiers.
Almanac Soccer – The ABC debacle and a messy aftermath
May 26, 2017 by 3 Comments
Tom Riordan addresses the elephant in the room. Was the ABC2 coverage of LIverpool v Sydney really that bad? Yes. A serious bidder for the next A-League TV rights is the laughing stock of the country. Over to you, FFA.
Political turmoil in Soccer (I think we have been here before)
May 22, 2017 by 1 Comment
History has a way of repeating itself. Particularly when it comes to the issues facing Australian soccer. Dr Cruel explains.
Junior Almanac – Soccer: Booroondara in a classic
May 18, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Carey student Max Borroni reports on a classic junior soccer match from last season, between Booroondara and Ashburton.
International AFL: Success or Failure?
May 18, 2017 by 4 Comments
Jake Rachwalski examines just how successful the AFL’s venture into China actually was. Is this expansion worthwhile or a waste or time and money?
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