Melbourne Victory
Melbourne Victory superstar’s stunning goal that sparked a reaction around the globe
The video of Juan Mata’s A-League derby goal had his superstar mates from around the world commenting with glee, including Bruno Fernandes, Harry Maguire and David de Gea.
- Roy Ward
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Wrexham dominate Melbourne Victory, but the full story is beyond the Marvel Stadium pitch
When Welsh soccer team Wrexham AFC came to town, it was as much about the power of celebrity as it was about sport.
- Karl Quinn and Lachlan Abbott
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Fans set off flares in Richmond ahead of A-League grand final
Some fans lit flares on Swan Street just after 6pm in front of police officers.
- Hannah Hammoud
Wait for the ‘Siuuu’: What Melbourne City’s captain learnt from Cristiano Ronaldo
Aziz Behich is ‘straight out of Meadow Heights’ in Melbourne’s working class north. He dreams of leading his team to A-League glory in his home town.
- Roy Ward
‘I had no sleep’: Victory’s coach quit; his replacement didn’t see it coming
Arthur Diles got a surprise promotion to Victory coach in December when Patrick Kisnorbo left for Japan. His rise has shocked even those who played with him.
- Roy Ward
Saves, screamers, and pitch invasions: Inside the Melbourne derby
The OG Melbourne derby in the A-League Men has a long and storied history. Here are some of the most unforgettable moments - good and bad.
- Roy Ward and Brittany Busch
Victory’s stunning win in Auckland sets up dream all-Melbourne A-League grand final
The Victory’s result represents a remarkable turnaround from December, when coach Patrick Kisnorbo’s abrupt exit to take up a position in Japan sparked a six-game winless run
- Joey Lynch and Anna Harrington
The Mariners have only been back in the women’s A-League two years. They’re already champions
It was a stunning - and exhilarating - win from the Mariners in just their second season back in the A League Women competition.
- Anna Harrington
‘We could not be more excited’: Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds bringing Wrexham to Sydney
The Welsh club co-owned by actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney will launch their first bid for promotion to the Premier League after a pre-season tour to Sydney, Melbourne and Wellington.
- Vince Rugari
Kisnorbo, Victory score 3-1 win in Melbourne derby; City coach back Israeli ‘hard nut’ after boos
Melbourne Victory scored a 3-1 win over Melbourne City in Saturday night’s derby at AAMI Park with 20,093 in attendance.
- Roy Ward