jw1739 Posted January 12, 2022 Report Share Posted January 12, 2022 Just now, kingofhearts said: He's still coming, apparently he's being held at the same place Novak was at. Watch. This. Space. The correct spelling is "Novax" thank you. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Torn Asunder Posted February 3, 2022 Popular Post Report Share Posted February 3, 2022 (edited) If this fella leaves due to lack of game time and opportunity, it will be as big a loss as when Bruno left. Kid has grown up as part of the club, has skill, can score a cracking goal or create one, and has been used as one of the faces of the club ... and just ask any young kid who follows the club and they'll tell ya he's a favourite. CFG need to step in and fix this ... the club has to build up players like this Edited February 3, 2022 by Torn Asunder 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n i k o Posted March 24, 2022 Report Share Posted March 24, 2022 Overall not bad considwring he hasn't had a lot of game time but he did struggle to get his teeth into the match. If I can isolate one phase of play that he has to do better is when he took a nice touch to bypass his player and unfortunately put the ball across the face of the goal which didn't hit a target. He had time though to look up and see Rafael had made a perfectly delayed run into the box and was alone near the 6 yard line. It would have been relatively simple finish. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellydrum Posted March 24, 2022 Report Share Posted March 24, 2022 Been disappointing in his past few appearances. Missed some decent opportunities to assist or get a goal himself. Whether that's the cause or effect of the limited game-time I'm not sure. Hopefully he will turn it around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malloy Posted March 24, 2022 Report Share Posted March 24, 2022 1 hour ago, bellydrum said: Been disappointing in his past few appearances. Missed some decent opportunities to assist or get a goal himself. Whether that's the cause or effect of the limited game-time I'm not sure. Hopefully he will turn it around. He looked better last night, than he did in his previous appearances. I am confident more game time will get him back close to his best. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Aardvark Posted March 25, 2022 Report Share Posted March 25, 2022 Has really struggled to get going this season. Whether the lack of gametime is the cause or not it's definitely not helping him demand more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr MO Posted March 25, 2022 Report Share Posted March 25, 2022 It is true that if you have hair like Marco Rojas it will impact your play negatively? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHFC-FAN Posted March 25, 2022 Report Share Posted March 25, 2022 45 minutes ago, Mr MO said: It is true that if you have hair like Marco Rojas it will impact your play negatively? I think you have cracked the mystery to his bad form. It's all in the hair... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n i k o Posted March 25, 2022 Report Share Posted March 25, 2022 2 hours ago, MHFC-FAN said: I think you have cracked the mystery to his bad form. It's all in the hair... The hair is key. MacLaren should learn. Blonde at the beginning of the season simply doesnt work. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torn Asunder Posted March 25, 2022 Report Share Posted March 25, 2022 Kid needs to be playing. Has quality, just needs more time (but less time than Leckie was given) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted April 2, 2022 Report Share Posted April 2, 2022 Anyone know what the issue is with Cola? He didn't feature against Wellington. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haz Posted April 2, 2022 Report Share Posted April 2, 2022 1 hour ago, jw1739 said: Anyone know what the issue is with Cola? He didn't feature against Wellington. Last week he was absent due to the recent loss of a close family member. I'm guessing it's still the case? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fensaddler Posted April 3, 2022 Report Share Posted April 3, 2022 9 hours ago, haz said: Last week he was absent due to the recent loss of a close family member. I'm guessing it's still the case? Yes, I understood personal reasons. Hope he's OK and back with us soon. He is after all, one of us... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted April 20, 2022 Report Share Posted April 20, 2022 Birthday boy today! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torn Asunder Posted April 21, 2022 Report Share Posted April 21, 2022 This kid should have had more minutes this year ... hope he gets some proper form in the ACL and features in the finals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fensaddler Posted April 21, 2022 Report Share Posted April 21, 2022 He's in the first eleven tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr MO Posted May 4, 2022 Report Share Posted May 4, 2022 Going to Perth according to internet rumours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted May 4, 2022 Report Share Posted May 4, 2022 11 minutes ago, Mr MO said: Going to Perth according to internet rumours. Don't worry. We'll recruit an ex-Serie A player to replace him. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haz Posted May 5, 2022 Report Share Posted May 5, 2022 3 hours ago, Mr MO said: Going to Perth according to internet rumours. Not surprised at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rass Posted June 6, 2022 Report Share Posted June 6, 2022 Confirmed, gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHFC-FAN Posted June 6, 2022 Report Share Posted June 6, 2022 If he left purely on this season and the complete lack of game time. Then PK can go jump. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr MO Posted June 6, 2022 Report Share Posted June 6, 2022 4 minutes ago, MHFC-FAN said: If he left purely on this season and the complete lack of game time. Then PK can go jump. If I remember correctly at the start of the season he got no minutes at all, game after game. The media enquired about it and PK mumbled something about the process and that he needs to work harder. I reckon damage was done earlier in the season, also perhaps negotiating a new contract back then. 2 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattyh001 Posted June 6, 2022 Report Share Posted June 6, 2022 1 hour ago, rass said: Confirmed, gone. https://melbournecityfc.com.au/news/stefan-colakovski-departs-melbourne-city-fc-2?fbclid=IwAR3QJZmjBtdtlueIrOe3FKuzRIHGLcp-2nRCsFm0p_-dMeAMF1h3pR87WBQ direct from club's webpage. fucking sucks. always loved watching him play. very bitter sweat - hopefully it means he has another aleague side lined up where he'll actually get to do more than warm the bench / have a coach willing to make subs 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHFC-FAN Posted June 6, 2022 Report Share Posted June 6, 2022 18 minutes ago, mattyh001 said: https://melbournecityfc.com.au/news/stefan-colakovski-departs-melbourne-city-fc-2?fbclid=IwAR3QJZmjBtdtlueIrOe3FKuzRIHGLcp-2nRCsFm0p_-dMeAMF1h3pR87WBQ direct from club's webpage. fucking sucks. always loved watching him play. very bitter sweat - hopefully it means he has another aleague side lined up where he'll actually get to do more than warm the bench / have a coach willing to make subs There's strong murmurs that he's going to Perth... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr MO Posted June 6, 2022 Report Share Posted June 6, 2022 Me very very sad. We also miss out on fair bit salary cap exemption going forward. PK out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattyh001 Posted June 6, 2022 Report Share Posted June 6, 2022 33 minutes ago, MHFC-FAN said: There's strong murmurs that he's going to Perth... had heard that. i think the rumour has has been swirling for a good month - maybe why PK has ensured Cola has been frozen out too (doesnt explain earlier in the season but maybe more recent times). either way, i just hope the young lad has a team willing to give him a red hot crack and has a good coach to learn from. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHFC-FAN Posted June 6, 2022 Report Share Posted June 6, 2022 Just now, mattyh001 said: had heard that. i think the rumour has has been swirling for a good month - maybe why PK has ensured Cola has been frozen out too (doesnt explain earlier in the season but maybe more recent times). either way, i just hope the young lad has a team willing to give him a red hot crack and has a good coach to learn from. How could he not be a starter at Perth? I don't see him learning much from Zadkovich... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattyh001 Posted June 6, 2022 Report Share Posted June 6, 2022 7 minutes ago, MHFC-FAN said: How could he not be a starter at Perth? I don't see him learning much from Zadkovich... i won't be holding my breath on whatever club until it's confirmed - rumours are like farts in the wind. agree about Zadkovich, which should have everybody worried if Cola does go there .... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jw1739 Posted June 6, 2022 Popular Post Report Share Posted June 6, 2022 Very saddened by this news. Cola gave his heart and soul to this club. If his departure really is due to PK then I join the "PK out" chorus. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr MO Posted June 6, 2022 Report Share Posted June 6, 2022 (edited) 13 hours ago, jw1739 said: Very saddened by this news. Cola gave his heart and soul to this club. If his departure really is due to PK then I join the "PK out" chorus. I’m afraid we will never find out knowing this club. The team looking very frustrated at each other on the park, I suspect things aren’t well behind the scenes either. Then again maybe it was all the player himself wanting to move on, however you would think an lower level European adventure might be more appealing than another A-league club. Edited June 6, 2022 by Mr MO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr MO Posted June 7, 2022 Report Share Posted June 7, 2022 Announced by Perth just now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n i k o Posted June 7, 2022 Report Share Posted June 7, 2022 If he caused any problem within the playing group or wasn't pulling his own weight in training then better for him to try a new environment. If it's anything otherwise then its a big fuck up from PK and co. Nurturing a player that supports the club from young should be priority. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bt50 Posted June 7, 2022 Report Share Posted June 7, 2022 I think there's some huge overreactions in this thread. We all loved Stef from a purists point of view, and he obv was able to stand up in the finals last year when we needed him to. But lets be totally honest, he's nowhere near the level of the starting front three, and Tilio had gone well past him as well. Tbf i'd argue even Bos posed a bigger threat on the showings of the seasons past, where he regressed in all honesty. Don't get me wrong, i'd still have him on our books sub-100k in a heart beat cos a) there's def potential in him and he's young, and b) he's a fan's and marketers dream, but let's not kid ourselves that he's worth any more than that, esp when we have a cap to deal with. And you know what, i reckon we'd have had an offer on the table for around that amount. At his point in his career he has to decide whats best for him; is he content to be a bit part player in a championship contending side, trying to force his way in, or does he go elsewhere seeking more minutes to establish himself. I'm sure it was a hard decision for him and ultimately he's moving for more game time and to further his career, i don't think its a sleight on any of the parties tbh. Let's hope he smashes it and returns to us when he's established. 4 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr MO Posted June 7, 2022 Report Share Posted June 7, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, bt50 said: I think there's some huge overreactions in this thread. We all loved Stef from a purists point of view, and he obv was able to stand up in the finals last year when we needed him to. But lets be totally honest, he's nowhere near the level of the starting front three, and Tilio had gone well past him as well. Tbf i'd argue even Bos posed a bigger threat on the showings of the seasons past, where he regressed in all honesty. Don't get me wrong, i'd still have him on our books sub-100k in a heart beat cos a) there's def potential in him and he's young, and b) he's a fan's and marketers dream, but let's not kid ourselves that he's worth any more than that, esp when we have a cap to deal with. And you know what, i reckon we'd have had an offer on the table for around that amount. At his point in his career he has to decide whats best for him; is he content to be a bit part player in a championship contending side, trying to force his way in, or does he go elsewhere seeking more minutes to establish himself. I'm sure it was a hard decision for him and ultimately he's moving for more game time and to further his career, i don't think its a sleight on any of the parties tbh. Let's hope he smashes it and returns to us when he's established. Where’s the huge overreaction? I do agree with your view though, people are just disappointed that’s all. Edited June 7, 2022 by Mr MO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rass Posted June 7, 2022 Report Share Posted June 7, 2022 1 hour ago, bt50 said: I think there's some huge overreactions in this thread. We all loved Stef from a purists point of view, and he obv was able to stand up in the finals last year when we needed him to. But lets be totally honest, he's nowhere near the level of the starting front three, and Tilio had gone well past him as well. Tbf i'd argue even Bos posed a bigger threat on the showings of the seasons past, where he regressed in all honesty. Don't get me wrong, i'd still have him on our books sub-100k in a heart beat cos a) there's def potential in him and he's young, and b) he's a fan's and marketers dream, but let's not kid ourselves that he's worth any more than that, esp when we have a cap to deal with. And you know what, i reckon we'd have had an offer on the table for around that amount. At his point in his career he has to decide whats best for him; is he content to be a bit part player in a championship contending side, trying to force his way in, or does he go elsewhere seeking more minutes to establish himself. I'm sure it was a hard decision for him and ultimately he's moving for more game time and to further his career, i don't think its a sleight on any of the parties tbh. Let's hope he smashes it and returns to us when he's established. Brilliant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted June 7, 2022 Report Share Posted June 7, 2022 1 hour ago, bt50 said: I think there's some huge overreactions in this thread. We all loved Stef from a purists point of view, and he obv was able to stand up in the finals last year when we needed him to. But lets be totally honest, he's nowhere near the level of the starting front three, and Tilio had gone well past him as well. Tbf i'd argue even Bos posed a bigger threat on the showings of the seasons past, where he regressed in all honesty. Don't get me wrong, i'd still have him on our books sub-100k in a heart beat cos a) there's def potential in him and he's young, and b) he's a fan's and marketers dream, but let's not kid ourselves that he's worth any more than that, esp when we have a cap to deal with. And you know what, i reckon we'd have had an offer on the table for around that amount. At his point in his career he has to decide whats best for him; is he content to be a bit part player in a championship contending side, trying to force his way in, or does he go elsewhere seeking more minutes to establish himself. I'm sure it was a hard decision for him and ultimately he's moving for more game time and to further his career, i don't think its a sleight on any of the parties tbh. Let's hope he smashes it and returns to us when he's established. I read the reaction as mainly one of sadness and disappointment, that one of our own who grew up loving the club, a Foundation Member no less, and who gave us moments to remember on the field, is leaving. I think I'd be disappointed if the fans didn't react that way. I wish him all the best for the future. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post malloy Posted June 7, 2022 Popular Post Report Share Posted June 7, 2022 (edited) 2 hours ago, bt50 said: I think there's some huge overreactions in this thread. We all loved Stef from a purists point of view, and he obv was able to stand up in the finals last year when we needed him to. But lets be totally honest, he's nowhere near the level of the starting front three, and Tilio had gone well past him as well. Tbf i'd argue even Bos posed a bigger threat on the showings of the seasons past, where he regressed in all honesty. Don't get me wrong, i'd still have him on our books sub-100k in a heart beat cos a) there's def potential in him and he's young, and b) he's a fan's and marketers dream, but let's not kid ourselves that he's worth any more than that, esp when we have a cap to deal with. And you know what, i reckon we'd have had an offer on the table for around that amount. At his point in his career he has to decide whats best for him; is he content to be a bit part player in a championship contending side, trying to force his way in, or does he go elsewhere seeking more minutes to establish himself. I'm sure it was a hard decision for him and ultimately he's moving for more game time and to further his career, i don't think its a sleight on any of the parties tbh. Let's hope he smashes it and returns to us when he's established. This is the problem though, he should have been more than a bit part player. He was good enough to warrant getting 30 mins of game time pretty much every game, especially in the first half of the season where Leckie was just plodding around looking content to collect his pay cheque and do nothing to earn it. People's reactions are not over the top in my opinion, the reactions are a result of seeing "one of our own" leave for a reason that is likely PK's coaching philosophy of "I don't make substitutions even when it is blindingly obvious that they need to be made". Edited June 7, 2022 by malloy 8 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHFC-FAN Posted June 7, 2022 Report Share Posted June 7, 2022 58 minutes ago, malloy said: This is the problem though, he should have been more than a bit part player. He was good enough to warrant getting 30 mins of game time pretty much every game, especially in the first half of the season where Leckie was just plodding around looking content to collect his pay cheque and do nothing to earn it. People's reactions are not over the top in my opinion, the reactions are a result of seeing "one of our own" leave for a reason that is likely PK's coaching philosophy of "I don't make substitutions even when it is blindingly obvious that they need to be made". Perfectly said! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baka1 Posted June 7, 2022 Report Share Posted June 7, 2022 If anyone boos him, they can one outs me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bt50 Posted June 7, 2022 Report Share Posted June 7, 2022 (edited) 3 hours ago, malloy said: This is the problem though, he should have been more than a bit part player. He was good enough to warrant getting 30 mins of game time pretty much every game, especially in the first half of the season where Leckie was just plodding around looking content to collect his pay cheque and do nothing to earn it. People's reactions are not over the top in my opinion, the reactions are a result of seeing "one of our own" leave for a reason that is likely PK's coaching philosophy of "I don't make substitutions even when it is blindingly obvious that they need to be made". Im not sure i agree with that re being good for 30 min, not based on what he was putting out there. Other than perhaps a couple games right at the start, where he might have been due a few more minutes, i thought he got given far more chances than his cameos warranted, as much as i wanted him to come on and come good. I dont disagree re the point with pk and his subs, but i dont really think it changes things much given Cola was 5th banana at best for the front three. If he wanted more consistent game time, he was unlikely to find it here. Edited June 7, 2022 by bt50 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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