As the Aussie Rules footy world’s attention is drawn to the AFL’s 2025 Gather Round in Adelaide, the once mighty clash between Victoria and South Australia is being replayed on minor ovals between the men’s and women’s teams of the now second-level Victorian Football League and South Australian National Football League. Geoffrey Gold recalls when the inaugural representative match between two rival Australian colonies completed the trifecta of first internationals of major codes, Rugby Union in 1871, Association Football (soccer) in 1872 and Australian Rules in 1879.
Almanac Sports History – When three codes crossed borders: Ironies of footballs’ first Internationals
April 10, 2025 by 1 Comment
Almanac Soccer: That’s not a haddock, that’s a rainbow trout
February 17, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Paul Harman gives us a bit of a Wimbledon update and shares some of Grimsby Town’s interesting history with the help of a lifelong local fan.
Almanac English Soccer – Sun, sand and soccer: A festival of League Two (Jan 6)
January 6, 2025 by 1 Comment
Paul Harman is enjoying the delights of a competitive League Two…but what if the show was taken on the road (or to the skies)?
Almanac Soccer: English Premier League Matchweek 13 Highlights
December 4, 2024 by 2 Comments
Matchweek 13 of the Premier League produced a whopping 34 goals. It also saw first-placed Liverpool take on second-placed Manchester City. Here are Ollie Wade’s highlights from the weekend
Almanac (World Cup) Soccer: Aussie, Aussie
August 14, 2023 by 2 Comments
Old Dog and co got caught up in World Cup fever as the Matildas overcame France in 120+ minutes and 20 penalties.
Almanac Book Review: Clogball
July 12, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Historian and writer Roy Hay reviews Adam Muyt’s new book, ‘Clogball’, the story of Dutch soccer in Australia. Sounds like an interesting read.
Almanac Soccer: Book Review – Socceroos: 100 Years of Camaraderie and Courage
June 1, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Roy Hay gives his take on the Socceroo’s book consisting of never before seen photographs, reminiscing moments of Ange Postecoglou’s legacy in Australia and our history with New Zealand over the years.
Almanac Soccer: Recap – South Hold on For Top Spot, Just Barely
April 27, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Luke reports on South Melbourne’s latest journey as they continue to battle for top spot on the ladder. Find out how South Melbourne managed to clinch a last gasp winner on ANZAC day away to Altona Magic!
Almanac Soccer: Weekly Recap – South in Seventh Heaven After Cupset Fiasco
April 6, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Luke recaps of the events that unfolded in the Victorian NPL, as South were now knocked out of the Australia Cup by their rival league contenders, but maintained their league form last Saturday holding onto top spot on the ladder
Almanac Soccer – NPL Round 3: Derby’s Downpour Delight as South Melbourne brush aside Knights
March 7, 2022 by Leave a Comment
The juggernauts from Lakeside keep rolling on – the latest win a comfortable result over old NSL sparring partners Melbourne Knights. Luke Radziminski has all the details.
Almanac Soccer – NPL Round 1: An All-Croatian Affair and a Thunderous Late Show in Dandenong
February 21, 2022 by 4 Comments
Two games featuring clubs from Melbourne’s southeastern second city piqued Luke Radziminski’s attention this week in the NPL.
Almanac Soccer: South Raring To Go In Their Curtain Raiser Derby
February 16, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Luke Radziminski returns to photographing soccer matches with some pics and a match report from the Dandenong Thunder and South friendly match.
Almanac Book Review – Jason Goldsmith and Lucas Gillard’s ‘Be My Guest’ by Roy Hay
August 23, 2021 by 8 Comments
An interesting and extensive look at the overseas football/soccer players who have visted Australian shores is the subject of Roy Hay’s latest book review.
Almanac Soccer – Melbourne City v Sydney FC: So, I finally attended an A-League Grand Final… and left with a migraine
July 3, 2021 by 2 Comments
Luke Radziminski took in the A League Grand Final and compiled this report of words and photos. [Includes a link to LR’s gallery – Ed]
Almanac Soccer: North Geelong 1 – 1 Brunswick City
May 23, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Roy Hay had a busy weekend watching many soccer games, but eventually settled on the North Geelong and Brunswick City clash. After a tight start, both teams got on the board in a frenzied second half.
Almanac Soccer: South Melbourne Riding The Season On A High
May 7, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Round 5 of the FFA Cup produced an absolute thriller between the original derby sides, South Melbourne and the Melbourne Knights. Luke Radziminski reports.
Almanac Soccer: North Geelong Warriors 2 – 4 Bulleen Lions
April 25, 2021 by 2 Comments
Roy Hay gives a detailed insight into the high-scoring North Geelong Warriors – Bulleen Lions clash, as well as a historical recap of the home side.
Almanac Soccer: Geelong 1 – 1 Western United
April 20, 2021 by 3 Comments
Roy Hay reviews the Geelong v Western United game held at Stead Park.
Almanac Soccer: Geelong Rangers 0 – 1 Hume United
April 11, 2021 by 4 Comments
On a bitterly cold winter’s day in Geelong, Roy Hay worked hard as a supporter to review the Geelong Rangers’ game against the strong Hume United.
Almanac Soccer: Back to the park
March 29, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Roy Hay returns with a match between two local soccer clubs whose origins are somewhat emblematic of the tale of modern Australian migration.
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