Rod Oaten’s Barnsley FC has made a good start to the Championship. Fingers are crossed.
Almanac Soccer: At Home with Jack and Jimmy
September 7, 2016 by Leave a Comment
John Green visited Nottingham’s Meadow Lane last weekend for the fourth tier match between Notts County and Grimsby Town. He discovered County’s rich history and learnt about two ‘Legends of the Lane’.
The Magic of the Cup: Round of 16 (Melbourne Knights)
September 7, 2016 by 4 Comments
If the opposition eliminates the team he is supporting, Dennis Gedling jumps aboard the victors to continue his unique journey through the FFA Cup.
Almanac Soccer: The Wonder Kid – Manchester United v Hull City
September 4, 2016 by 1 Comment
Aidan Hammond likes Marcus Rashford, scoring when Ibrahimovic couldn’t.
Almanac (Soccer) History: Remembering Ferenc Puskas, on not growing old (with Youtube highlights)
September 4, 2016 by 5 Comments
Neil Drysdale had the opportunity to interview Ferenc Puskas before he died ten years ago. You may know of the famous Hungarian by name, but this will help you understand the origin and nature of his genius. (And his training diet is pretty appealing as well: wine, beer, soda water, spicy sausages and conversation.) Includes a Youtube montage. [Brilliant – JTH]
Almanac Soccer: David Luiz going back to Chelsea confirms the Transfer Market has gone Mad
September 3, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Chelsea signs Brazilian David Luiz for his second stint at Stamford Bridge, Vaughan aka DrCruel73 cannot believe it, his U11s play better!
Almanac Soccer: Clog ball – the tale of the Dutch and soccer in Australia 1950 to 1980
September 2, 2016 by 2 Comments
Often dubbed the ‘invisible’ migrants due to an inclination to assimilate quickly in to Australian culture, the story of the postwar Dutch migrants and their influence on soccer here has largely been overlooked. Until now. Les Everett alerts us to an event in Perth where writer Adam Muyt will present a talk on the influence of Dutch born players on soccer in Western Australia.
Everyday Obituary: Sam Martinez
September 1, 2016 by 2 Comments
Neil Drysdale pays tribute to Hibs superfan, Sam Martinez.
Book Review: Football and War: Australia and Vietnam 1967-72. A missing part of the national narrative.
August 31, 2016 by 1 Comment
Dennis Gedling, in reviewing Roy Hay’s latest book, tells the story of a little known Australian soccer sorty. [Informative review of an informative book – JTH]
Almanac (English) Soccer: The Day I Made it to Ipswich
August 30, 2016 by 5 Comments
John Green has sent us another terrific travel-soccer piece as he continues to follow Preston North End, the Lilywhites, around England. On this weekend he was in Ipswich, so he can now claim he’s been to Ipswich in Queensland and Ipswich in Suffolk. [Entertaining insight into football and place in England – JTH]
Almanac (English) Soccer: Love is in the air
August 24, 2016 by 1 Comment
John Green makes the trip from Lancashire to London to watch his beloved Preston North End take on QPR.
Almanac Soccer: Oh Zlatan
August 20, 2016 by 1 Comment
Aidan has flown his Manchester United colours and feels optimistic, especially with Zlatan playing for the Red Devils.
Almanac Soccer: Getting the Fans Offside
August 19, 2016 by 1 Comment
John Green is avoiding Richmond’s season in England observing the local Football, you will enjoy his post on an English League Cup fixture.
Almanac Soccer – The Magic of the Cup: Round of 32 (Cockburn City)
August 15, 2016 by 2 Comments
Dennis Gedling is enjoying the FFA Cup journey. In this Round-of-32 story, Dennis follows Western Australia’s Cockburn City as they travel to play former NSL powerhouses, Melbourne Knights. [Great stuff Dennis. A wonderful series – Ed].
The reluctant coach
August 9, 2016 by 9 Comments
As fill-in coach for his children’s junior soccer team, Jeff Dowsing is learning about emotion and decision-making – “Ange Postecoglou has nothing to fear.”
Almanac Soccer: Coiffures, posers, and show-offs: ‘Ronaldo’s’ European Cup Final.
July 14, 2016 by 1 Comment
Michael Viljoen reviews the theatrical performance of Euro 2016 final and applauds Ronaldo, the best actor with footy boots.
Almanac Soccer: Euro 2016 Success or Not?
July 11, 2016 by Leave a Comment
DrCruel73 questions whether Euro 2016 was a success with the new 24 team format.
Almanac Weekend Sports Results 10/7/16
July 11, 2016 by Leave a Comment
If there are footy scores worth knowing about, you will find them here.
Almanac Weekend Sports Results 3/7/16
July 4, 2016 by 1 Comment
All the weekend football and sporting results worth knowing for Monday’s morning coffee
Almanac Soccer: The Magic of the Cup – Round 7 (Stirling Lions)
June 30, 2016 by 3 Comments
Dennis Gedling has been following the FFA Cup from the WA side and continues the journey wherever it may go
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