jw1739 Posted October 10, 2015 Report Share Posted October 10, 2015 So having a kind of permanent outpost there is possible..?We could have a long-term lease, yes, at the discretion of the Council.Is there any decent parking or public transport? I'd like to get MrsJW interested in the women's game, but if it's not convenient to get to the ground I'll have no chance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shahanga Posted October 11, 2015 Report Share Posted October 11, 2015 We could have a long-term lease, yes, at the discretion of the Council.Is there any decent parking or public transport? I'd like to get MrsJW interested in the women's game, but if it's not convenient to get to the ground I'll have no chance.it's the home of Fawkner Fc or whatever they call themselves. The carpark is a reasonable size without being enormous and there is a clubhouse etc. at least 1 of the grounds is synthetic.in regards to a permanent base that's our Bundoora facility. CB Smith will just be for games & might not even be a long term arrangement and that's fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinnibari Posted October 11, 2015 Report Share Posted October 11, 2015 I can't remember if I've been there before but google maps suggests it's 15 min walk from Gowrie station, which is good. Still a bit of a pain if (like me) you have to go into the cbd then back out again, but anywhere suburban would have that problem. Good news overall I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13 Posted October 11, 2015 Report Share Posted October 11, 2015 ..one such Council that has been pro-actively working towards the future of football and putting their money where their mouth is, and that is the City of Moreland. The council covers an area from Brunswick in Melbourne’s inner north up through Coburg, Pascoe Vale, Glenroy and across to Fawkner. In Jukes Road Fawkner, CB Smith Reserve is centrally located in the heart of a large community area including the Fawkner Leisure Centre, Library, Maternal and Child Health Centre and Fawkner Community House. On the other side of the fence is the John Fawkner College where recent investment has seen new synthetic pitches laid at the school, which is the key partner in the Melbourne City College of Football.The City of Moreland had granted three clubs the rights to play at the upgraded CB Smith Reserve. They are Pascoe Vale SC from the NPL, Moreland Zebras from the NPL1 and Fawkner SC from the State League. Goal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted October 12, 2015 Report Share Posted October 12, 2015 Two pretty big signings just announced.http://www.melbournecityfc.com.au/article/melbourne-city-fc-sign-w-league-internationals-kim-little-and-jess-fishlock/8uepgxqxo7yw1dbzyr589j1pwI'm going to have to persuade MrsJW to get interested in our ladies team! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jovan Posted October 12, 2015 Report Share Posted October 12, 2015 Two pretty big signings just announced.http://www.melbournecityfc.com.au/article/melbourne-city-fc-sign-w-league-internationals-kim-little-and-jess-fishlock/8uepgxqxo7yw1dbzyr589j1pwI'm going to have to persuade MrsJW to get interested in our ladies team!hopefully this tips my daughters also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falastur Posted October 12, 2015 Report Share Posted October 12, 2015 I was quite surprised to see that even the BBC has reported these moves:http://m.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/34502840 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13 Posted October 12, 2015 Report Share Posted October 12, 2015 So we got a squad at last... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChuckaBandit Posted October 13, 2015 Report Share Posted October 13, 2015 With only having a basic knowledge of some of the players we have signed..... We're gonna win the league..... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Posted October 14, 2015 Report Share Posted October 14, 2015 With only having a basic knowledge of some of the players we have signed..... We're gonna win the league.....This. I didn't know who Lisa De Vanna was a month ago but just reading about our players and the fact that other clubs only spend a third of the cap it seems like we'll struggle to drop a point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falastur Posted October 14, 2015 Report Share Posted October 14, 2015 BBC has another article on Jess Fishlock's move:http://m.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/34521451 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted October 16, 2015 Report Share Posted October 16, 2015 Three more signings announced this afternoon. Brings the squad to 18.http://www.melbournecityfc.com.au/article/city-announces-new-westfield-w-league-signings/e3tnieilxzcs1kkbupubt1o29 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13 Posted October 16, 2015 Report Share Posted October 16, 2015 Got a feeling that the team have some players on decent wages, a bunch of players on average wages and some youngsters playing for free meals and and boarding.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murfy1 Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 (edited) Got a feeling that the team have some players on decent wages, a bunch of players on average wages and some youngsters playing for free meals and and boarding.. It's pretty much always this way with W-League teams, given the league rules and money situation. The big difference is Melbourne City's players on decent wages are much bigger stars, the average players are much better than the W-League average and the younger players have a lot more potential than the other youngsters in the league. Should be a very exciting season. Edited October 17, 2015 by Murfy1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13 Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 It's pretty much always this way with W-League teams, given the league rules and money situation. The big difference is Melbourne City's players on decent wages are much bigger stars, the average players are much better than the W-League average and the younger players have a lot more potential than the other youngsters in the league. Should be a very exciting season.And thru our sponsors we can perhaps provide no money but free airplane tickets, free leasing cars and even free meals at Pancake parlour.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 There is going to be a good story on background briefing this week about what shit the Matilda's had to go through 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falastur Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 And thru our sponsors we can perhaps provide no money but free airplane tickets, free leasing cars and even free meals at Pancake parlour.. Yep. Those free pancakes will be fantastic for keeping them in shape. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinnibari Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 With the start of the W-league there's been some good overviews come out.1. Season 8 guide from The Women's Game (if you're not already familiar with TWG team, they're such a great resource for information and coverage of the w-league)2. Season 8 preview podcast from The Women's Game (a good listen with extensive discussion of Melbourne City; general predictions were for the top contenders to be us, Canberra United and Sydney FC; useful overview of the other teams in the league if you've not followed it before)3. W-league media guide stats overview (includes a rundown of all the players in our squad) 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
illeatyourheart Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 I've just seen that Anisa Guajardo is in our squad now. I must have missed the announcement that she had signed with us, but this is very cool for me.When me and my housemate were looking for a third housemate earlier this year, we interviewed an American girl who had come here to play football with Heidelberg. I looked her up on the internet and it turns out it was Anisa, the Mexican footballer. She had almost literally got off the plane straight from bowing out of the world cup.She didn't accept our invitation to live with us, unfortunately. But it's great to see she's doing well over here and playing with City. I'm ooking forward to going and seeing her play a couple of times this season! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 This. I didn't know who Lisa De Vanna was a month ago but just reading about our players and the fact that other clubs only spend a third of the cap it seems like we'll struggle to drop a point. Green line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/backgroundbriefing/inside-the-matildas-strike/6837756This is that report about the Matildas strike. Paid one third of minimum wage and expected to train full time from 8 months prior to the World Cup. Past captain and Vice captain had to go on the dole to support themselves. They assumed that the old agreement would just continue until the new deal could be agreed to. Nope FFA just said the deal has expired and stopped paying them. Its all very damning and puts in perspective the mens team having a whinge about not being paid 'enough' 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13 Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/backgroundbriefing/inside-the-matildas-strike/6837756This is that report about the Matildas strike. Paid one third of minimum wage and expected to train full time from 8 months prior to the World Cup. Past captain and Vice captain had to go on the dole to support themselves. They assumed that the old agreement would just continue until the new deal could be agreed to. Nope FFA just said the deal has expired and stopped paying them. Its all very damning and puts in perspective the mens team having a whinge about not being paid 'enough' And into this infected situation walks Melbourne City handing out money... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 And into this infected situation walks Melbourne City handing out money... I am not sure we are using the full cap. But I would hope so. The report says that most if not all clubs only spend one third of their cap anyway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13 Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 I am not sure we are using the full cap. But I would hope so. The report says that most if not all clubs only spend one third of their cap anywayPeople can say whatever they like about CFG but they are no cheapskates.. Money will be spent because winning games are good marketing, not only for the womens team but for all of Melbourne City and the sponsors involved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n i k o Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 Ah yes 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silva10 Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 I have a feeling the Women's team is going to win the first major trophy for this club. If they do, then hopefully it inspires the Men's team onto greater things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 I have a feeling the Women's team is going to win the first major trophy for this club. If they do, then hopefully it inspires the Men's team onto greater things. We won the NYL last seseason. That's on par with the W-League in my eyes. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13 Posted October 28, 2015 Report Share Posted October 28, 2015 We won the NYL last seseason. That's on par with the W-League in my eyes.But in the eyes of the public that are fed mainstream media? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted October 28, 2015 Report Share Posted October 28, 2015 The mainstream media doesn't rate either the W-League or the NYL. We're lucky if the A-League gets a mention, let alone the other competitions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13 Posted October 31, 2015 Report Share Posted October 31, 2015 The mainstream media doesn't rate either the W-League or the NYL. We're lucky if the A-League gets a mention, let alone the other competitions.So it have to be viral.. So let´s start winning trophys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrillhouse Posted October 31, 2015 Report Share Posted October 31, 2015 the only time it's appropriate to say "gonna win the league" is when you're talking about the womens team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shahanga Posted November 9, 2015 Report Share Posted November 9, 2015 we are top - 4 games, 12 points Tards are bottom: 4 games, 0 points. Happy Days Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ecguymer Posted November 9, 2015 Report Share Posted November 9, 2015 So, anyone heading to the next match on Saturday? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan Posted November 15, 2015 Report Share Posted November 15, 2015 Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belaguttman Posted November 15, 2015 Report Share Posted November 15, 2015 Is there anything in the A League rules that states that our A League team members have to be male? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinnibari Posted November 15, 2015 Report Share Posted November 15, 2015 Current goal difference: +15 (scored 18, conceded 3). Next best goal difference: +3. We're smashing it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Posted November 15, 2015 Report Share Posted November 15, 2015 The invincibles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted November 15, 2015 Report Share Posted November 15, 2015 In S2 we were second going into Christmas and "gunna win the league." This season we had "our best ever squad." Look what happened. The ladies are going well, but please let's not count the chickens until they've hatched. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belaguttman Posted November 15, 2015 Report Share Posted November 15, 2015 The ladies team has a significant advantage, they aren't coached by JVS 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shahanga Posted November 16, 2015 Report Share Posted November 16, 2015 Tards are waking ip to the fact that a wooden spoon in their first season wouldn't be good and are bringing a player in from Liverpool. Except they need more than one new player. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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