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He has improved though and probably signed for min wages, if it's to be a squaddie it's not the worst signing.

Haha, good point. Also neither one of us would know what he is like now, he may have improved. I don't know how long it's been since he has played? It must be a while, but JVS said he is training well??

Not that I know of, but then I don't know about his contract as of now. But I hope we sign him, he is becoming a regular for the olyroos and is in the camp in Sydney.

Well that would be us now......

True, but if he has signed to come off the bench, wouldn't you rather O'Dea or Shroen? They may be inconsistent and make some mistakes becuase they are youth, but it would be no difference to Williams, other than they will develop more and become much better.

He should be playing instead of Murdocca.

Play him upfront.

Squad for the Sydney camp 23-26 March, plays Sydney olimpic in a friendly. Daniel Alessi - Western Sydney Wanderers Shannon Brady - Brisbane Roar Jordan Brown - Melbourne Victory Brandon Borello - Brisbane Roar Devante Clut - Brisbane Roar Shayne D’Cunha - Western Sydney Wanderers Jacob Esposito - Sydney United Alusine Fofanah - Western Sydney Wanderers Michael Kantarovski - Newcastle Jets Awer Mabil - Adelaide United Thomas Manos (G/K) - Western Sydney Wanderers Marc Marino - No current club (former AIS) Stefan Mauk - Melbourne Heart Chris Naumoff - Sydney FC Mark Ochieng - No current club (former AIS) Luc Pavlou - Brisbane Roar Phillip Petreski - Melbourne Heart Luke Radonich(G/K) - Perth Glory Jaushua Sotorio - Western Sydney Wanderers Jordan Thurtell (G/K) - No current club (former AIS) George Timethiou - Belconnen Blue Devils Ben Warland - No current club (former AIS) Riley Woodcock - Perth Glory A couple of Heart players in the mix. Plus a few that have come out of the AIS without clubs, I hope they will trial for us.

Similar to what I said about Ramsey, with his flaws and inconsistanty, why is he better than a youth who has more in the tank to develop? If he is going to come on as a sub, then personaly I would rather a youth who may be making mistakes and be inconsistant, but has a better chance of improving. Garuccio has showen how beneficial it can be, even Mauk who is a lot better than Murdocca imho. I can only surmise that Kewell might not be staying on, or he will be starting most games.

Well that's the thing, if seniors get games and keep making mistakes, what's stopping JVS from playing a youth there who would make the same mistakes, yet have a greater chance in improving? Sure things were a disaster with JA, but you should still look at the bigger picture, especially in these circumstances. Either our youth just aren't good enough, Ramsey has a lot more to show, or I am a bit dissapointed tbh.

http://www.fourfourtwo.com/au/news/babalj-brace-boosts-rehab-roo Socceroo Eli Babalj has continued his rehabilitation from a six-month lay-off with a first-half double for Jong AZ in their 8-2 win over ADO 20 on Tuesday night. Babalj, 22, had returned last week by playing 45 minutes for Jong AZ having undergone hernia surgery in September. In his second game back, the potential World Cup bolter got through an hour in Tuesday’s match and hit the scoresheet with goals on 11 and 23 minutes to set up the win. Babalj opened his account from the penalty spot. "Today he played for an hour according to the plan,” Jong AZ coach Reinier Robbemond told the club’s website. “It's great for Eli to have scored twice. His next steps in training are up to him.” Former Melbourne Heart striker Babalj has two Australia caps to his name, with two goals as well, scored against Guam. Despite his last Australia cap coming in 2012, Babalj could be a World Cup bolter with the Socceroos short on attacking options.

I think he still has a shoe in for the WC, either amc or rw.

What a way to break the hoodoo voodoo!!

I have some homebrew ginger beer in the freezer, I shall hop aboard the hangover train.

There were a few things Leeds supporters felt cheated by the move to pool, especialy when Dukes stayed on. That said, it had been his childhood dream to play for the liverpudlians, so when the offer came in he seized it with both hands.

Go on the LUFC forums, they still talk about him sometimes. It was more that he decided to go to lfc for less money, or rather that's where the hate started.

I'm sure you ment to write - joining Liverpool after being at LUFC - damn auto correct hey?

Yes, a lot do. Here is a link of summeries of different clubs accademies in Europe, as an example, Bayern expect a cirtain pass rate in studies for players to remain. Here is the pdf link. http://www.ecaeurope.com/Research/ECA%20Report%20on%20Youth%20Academies/ECA%20Report%20on%20Youth%20Academies.pdf

Ante joins Ange at Roos http://www.fourfourtwo.com/au/news/ante-joins-ange-roos Western Sydney Wanderers assistant coach Ante Milicic is set to join Ange Postecoglou with the Socceroos for the next three years, Football Federation Australia revealed today. The former Socceroo joins Postecoglou’s staff after stints as an assistant with the Wanderers and Melbourne Heart in the A-League, the Australian Institute of Sport and as head coach of Sydney United in the NSW Premier League. “I’m honoured to have been handed such a tremendous opportunity to work as an assistant coach with the Socceroos,” Milicic said. “As a former Socceroo I am passionate about the National team and I look forward to the challenge. “I’m excited to be able to work with Ange, especially with the World Cup coming up as well as the Asian Cup in Australia and with so many talented players starting to break through. “I’ve had a good apprenticeship under John van’t Schip and Poppa (Tony Popovic) as well as the 2009 and 2011 U20 World Cups as an assistant to Jan Versleijen and I’m looking forward to continuing that under Ange. “I’d also like to thank the Western Sydney Wanderers for allowing me to take this opportunity and I am determined to finish the A-League season with the same passion and dedication I will take to the national team.” Milicic will remain with Western Sydney Wanderers until the end of this season but will join Postecoglou for the Socceroos clash with Ecuador in London on March 5. “I’m delighted that Ante Milicic will be coming on board as an assistant coach with the Socceroos,” Postecoglou said. “One of my priorities after becoming national team head coach was to secure quality staff to help drive the Socceroos and Ante is a driven coach who will fit into our environment. “I wanted the best people to come in and contribute to the growth and success of the national team and I’m confident Ante will add further expertise to our existing staff. “Ante has experience at domestic level and International level with both senior and junior national teams and will play a part in an exciting new era as we look to build the next golden generation of Australian footballers. “I’d like to take this opportunity to thank Western Sydney Wanderers for their cooperation to ensure I was able to appoint the people I thought were best for the job.” Western Sydney Wanderers Executive Chairman Lyall Gorman supported Milicic in his decision and wished him well: “Our club is fully supportive and excited about Ante’s appointment to this prestigious role,” Gorman said. “A part of our commitment at the Wanderers is to provide an environment that fosters ambition for everyone associated with the club and that encourages and supports each individual to maximize their career aspirations and opportunities. “The role of assistant coach of the Socceroos is a tremendous professional and career development opportunity for Ante and we wish him well, safe in the knowledge that should the time come in the future for him to return to a coaching role in the Hyundai A-League it will be with our club.” Aurelio Vidmar will also remain as Assistant Coach for the Socceroos and continue with his duties as Head Coach of the Olyroos (National U23 team).

Cranky's take on things, Engelaar not a red.

You could try sbs on demand.

His defensive duties were good, he got a goal, but I thought some of his passing was terrible. I hope it's just match fitness.

Well it was a fun match to watch, especialy the second half. Enjoy.

Get in, fucking brilliant win and I though Behich did well tonight.

Today Do you work night shift too? Get in for the vampires!