There are no longer any undefeated teams in the AFL, but North Melbourne still hasn’t won a game. The season is getting exciting with some tantalising matchups, starting with Carlton and Melbourne, which is the first game of Round 9. We’re taking a look at… Read More »The crucial cogs of AFL’s Round 9: Which players need to be the difference makers?
Who stood out from the Australians both here and overseas in a busy week of the world game? Goalkeeper Paul Izzo: 1-1 draw for Melbourne Victory against Melbourne City (Victory won after penalties) – Full game played, four penalties saved, nine saves, 33/46 passing, one… Read More »Unreal goalkeeping, promotion winning goals and an AFC Cup win: Australians around the globe team of the week
The Singapore Sevens was a weird tournament for the Aussie teams but at the same time delivered as expected with both New Zealand teams winning. The Australian men came fourth, the women second – both good results but it didn’t feel all that good. Maybe… Read More »The Singapore Sevens threw up some weird and surprising results – that was except for the dominance of the Kiwis, of course
I went and watched the Manly Marlins v the Gordon Highlanders in Sydney club rugby from the women’s to the first grade. All teams gave it one hell of a go and were celebrating in success or devastated in a loss. This is what the… Read More »It’s hard to tell if some of Australia’s Super Rugby teams actually have a deep desire to win – or are they satisfied just playing?
Three weeks ago, I penned an upbeat article about the Warriors’ chances in 2024 as they were sitting in seventh place. As a Wahs fan, there was much to like, I mused. Three weeks on, three losses and three hangovers. My comments aged quicker than… Read More »The potentially harmful downward spiral that the Warriors need to halt quickly in order to save their season