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Postby Jim05 » Thu Jun 05, 2014 12:52 pm

Melbourne Heart have officially been re-named Melbourne City.
Their home strip will be red and black and nearly identical to Manchester City's away strip. Their away strip will be the Hearts old red and white version
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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby Jim05 » Thu Jun 05, 2014 12:53 pm

Melbourne City have also confirmed they have signed David Villa for a 10 game guest stint
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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby Pag » Thu Jun 05, 2014 3:13 pm

McKain leaving Adelaide.
Hersi from Western Sydney to Perth
Smeltz from Perth to Sydney FC.
Hernandez marched from Wellington.
Valeri to Victory.
Jurman re-signed at Sydney.
Spiranovic re-signed at Western Sydney.
Carney re-signed at Newcastle.

Villa going to Heart (city) means it's now very unlikely that Lampard will.
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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby Jim05 » Thu Jun 05, 2014 3:18 pm

Fat Frank is going to New York City.
Melbourne City looking at Josh Kennedy
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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby PatowalongaPirate » Fri Jun 06, 2014 3:05 pm

Reds sign local boy McGowan
1:04PM, Jun 6 2014

Adelaide United FC is delighted to officially announce the signing of Dylan McGowan from Heart of Midlothian.

McGowan arrived in Adelaide on Wednesday, where he successfully completed a routine medical, has put pen to paper on a deal with the Reds for the next two seasons.


The 22 year old comes to the Reds having spent the last six seasons contracted to the Hearts, where he made 64 senior appearances for the Edinburgh based club.
McGowan left Adelaide as a 17 year old where he signed for Hearts in 2008, following his older brother Ryan to Scotland. McGowan was sent on loan by then manager Jim Jefferies to Scottish Second Division club East Fife in December 2010. On his return he was awarded a new two-year contract, extending his stay until 2013. However, in June 2011, he joined the now defunct Gold Coast United on a season long loan.

In early-2013 he signed a one-year extension, but due to the club going into administration he was recently released. His older brother Ryan has already departed Hearts where he joined Chinese outfit Shandong Luneng back in January 2013.

Signing a 2-year contract, the Adelaide born defender is very keen to make a new start to his career.

“I enjoyed my time at Hearts and after spending six years away from home, I knew the time was right,” said McGowan.

“Being an Adelaide boy, I’ve always been an Adelaide fan so I paid close attention to the team. Last season I watched a lot of games where the coaching and playing staff were really exciting and bringing a new brand of football to the club, I just wanted to be a part of it.”

McGowan explained that the style of the club and football played was a big factor for his return home.

“Gomabu’s style and philosophy that he brought in is widely praised and it’s one of the main reasons I signed. And the league as a whole is improving. It’s on par with Scotland and probably playing better football. So as soon as the opportunity arose, it was a pretty easy decision.”

McGowan’s versatility means he can play full-back, centre-back and midfield ¬– an attribute that Coach Josep Gomabu is excited to work with.

“He is a strong, athletic and young player with good experience in Europe and at an international level,” said Gombau from Spain.

“I know he can help us in our back four as well as in midfield. He’s a well-rounded player, which isn’t always easy to find.

“We are also bringing back home a South Australian player, which follows our vision in having SA players playing for Adelaide United.”

McGowan will meet his new teammates when he commences pre-season on 16 June.


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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby PatowalongaPirate » Fri Jun 06, 2014 3:10 pm

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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby Jim05 » Thu Jun 12, 2014 1:41 pm

Fixture has been released, United kick off at Suncorp against Brisbane on the 12th of October. Round 2 is a Friday night game against the Scum at AO
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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby woodublieve12 » Thu Jun 12, 2014 2:09 pm

Jim05 wrote:Fixture has been released, United kick off at Suncorp against Brisbane on the 12th of October. Round 2 is a Friday night game against the Scum at AO

i'll be gong to AO i reckon... But do you think they could fill it???

However i went to the last victory game here and it was sh*t!!! Waited almost the entire first half to get a beer... i only could see the action on the big screen and said to whom i was going with i would never go to another victory game again...
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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby Jim05 » Thu Jun 12, 2014 2:56 pm

woodublieve12 wrote:
Jim05 wrote:Fixture has been released, United kick off at Suncorp against Brisbane on the 12th of October. Round 2 is a Friday night game against the Scum at AO

i'll be gong to AO i reckon... But do you think they could fill it???

However i went to the last victory game here and it was sh*t!!! Waited almost the entire first half to get a beer... i only could see the action on the big screen and said to whom i was going with i would never go to another victory game again...

Wont fill it.
Would be aiming for 30-40k which is over double the capacity of Hindmarsh
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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby Footy Smart » Thu Jun 12, 2014 3:00 pm

woodublieve12 wrote:
Jim05 wrote:Fixture has been released, United kick off at Suncorp against Brisbane on the 12th of October. Round 2 is a Friday night game against the Scum at AO

i'll be gong to AO i reckon... But do you think they could fill it???

However i went to the last victory game here and it was sh*t!!! Waited almost the entire first half to get a beer... i only could see the action on the big screen and said to whom i was going with i would never go to another victory game again...


Ill be going for sure, i reckon they could nearly get 40k to the match. A lot of neutrals who will go for the atmosphere/sceptical. I think a fair few travelling fans will mark this in there planner thats for sure.
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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby mighty hounds » Thu Jun 12, 2014 9:28 pm

Footy Smart wrote:
woodublieve12 wrote:
Jim05 wrote:Fixture has been released, United kick off at Suncorp against Brisbane on the 12th of October. Round 2 is a Friday night game against the Scum at AO

i'll be gong to AO i reckon... But do you think they could fill it???

However i went to the last victory game here and it was sh*t!!! Waited almost the entire first half to get a beer... i only could see the action on the big screen and said to whom i was going with i would never go to another victory game again...


Ill be going for sure, i reckon they could nearly get 40k to the match. A lot of neutrals who will go for the atmosphere/sceptical. I think a fair few travelling fans will mark this in there planner thats for sure.


David Villa will be in town as well. They should put that at Adelaide Oval
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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby Jim05 » Thu Jun 12, 2014 9:32 pm

I dont mind 1 game a year at AO but no more. The crowd might be bigger but the spectactle is often worse and the atmosphere not as good. Soccer is not meant to be played on Aussie rules grounds. As a apectactor you are miles away from the play and the cricket pitches make for terrible skills.
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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby Footy Smart » Fri Jun 13, 2014 12:06 pm

Jim05 wrote:I dont mind 1 game a year at AO but no more. The crowd might be bigger but the spectactle is often worse and the atmosphere not as good. Soccer is not meant to be played on Aussie rules grounds. As a apectactor you are miles away from the play and the cricket pitches make for terrible skills.



Agreed Jim, one game a year and only against Melbourne Victory. I think the atmosphere wasnt to bad last time, also agree that the spectactle isnt as good with it being on the larger oval. Still, I will be there and so will my non soccer supporting mates who will enjoy a beer and the atmosphere. Still thinking 40k will bet the crowd
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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby Dogwatcher » Fri Jun 13, 2014 12:25 pm

A negative about hosting Victory at AO is it will pave the way for more of their supporters to come over - diluting the home ground advantage.
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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby Blackwhite » Fri Jun 27, 2014 8:56 pm

Should still draw a crowd close to 30,000 you would think. I for one know I can't wait for it.
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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby Jim05 » Tue Jul 01, 2014 12:33 pm

Fat Frank has signed at City aswell.
Lampard/Villa combo aint too shabby at all
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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby mighty hounds » Wed Jul 02, 2014 6:51 pm

Rumor has it Adelaide UTD will be playing a trial against Malaga
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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby Footy Smart » Fri Jul 04, 2014 11:40 am

mighty hounds wrote:Rumor has it Adelaide UTD will be playing a trial against Malaga



Whats everyones thoughts on this? will it pull a decent crowd?
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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby heater31 » Fri Jul 04, 2014 11:54 am

Footy Smart wrote:
mighty hounds wrote:Rumor has it Adelaide UTD will be playing a trial against Malaga



Whats everyones thoughts on this? will it pull a decent crowd?


I'm tempted to head along for a look. A team from a top flight European league playing in Australia probably drag a few through the gates.

Surely the nickname alone should draw a crowd to see the Anchovies in action....
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Re: A-League Season 2014/15

Postby Dogwatcher » Fri Jul 04, 2014 11:55 am

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