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Sarah Rowe is back with Melbourne City stars Aideen Keane and Taylor Ray for Episode 2 of Kicking Back, presented by Ninja! ⚽ The girls break down Matchweek 2 of the Ninja A-League, including Melbourne City's huge 5-0 win over Sydney FC, the Central Coast Mariners' flying start and the week's best goals. Plus, the big debate: are Ninja A-League players getting a fair shot at the CommBank Matildas? Aideen and Taylor share their thoughts on playing in Australia, making the move overseas and what it takes to keep developing as a footballer. Also on the agenda: 🔥 Inside Melbourne City's dominant performance against Sydney FC ⚽ Who gets the girls' Goal of the Week votes? 👀 Talia Younis' standout start to the season 🧤 When outfield players have to step into goal ✈️ Melbourne City's upcoming AFC Women's Champions League trip to Uzbekistan 📅 The Matchweek 3 fixtures to watch Subscribe to the A-Leagues YouTube channel for more Kicking Back, match highlights, original shows and all the biggest stories from Australian football. CHAPTERS 🎙️ 00:00 Welcome back to Kicking Back 00:45 Life behind the scenes 05:45 Sarah's big news 06:55 Melbourne City's teammate celebrations 08:22 Ninja A-League Matchweek 2 review 11:45 Inside City's 5-0 win 13:35 Reunited at Melbourne City 14:33 Should you celebrate against your old club? 16:25 Talia Younis' breakout performances 18:11 Are the Mariners the real deal? 19:55 Goal of the Week 22:05 Do A-League players get a fair shot at the Matildas? 26:17 When outfield players become goalkeepers 30:18 Melbourne City's Champions League trip 33:40 Matchweek 3 preview 35:11 See you next week To see more A-League Men and Ninja A-League coverage 👉🏻https://aleagues.com.au ———————————————— For the latest updates, follow us on: ►TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@aleagues ►TWITTER: A-League Men - https://twitter.com/aleaguemen Ninja A-League - https://twitter.com/aleaguewomen ►FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/aleagues ►INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/aleagues/
Jake Barker-Daish, Naum Sekulovski and Thomas Sorensen review all the biggest moments from another action packed weekend of A-League Men's, including the Wanderers' dominant win over champions Auckland, Oriola Sunday meeting and imitating pelicans, Macklin Freke's freakish Melbourne Derby saves, Piping Hot Corban Piper and more! 🗒️ CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 1:25 Monday Best - Nam Tae-Hee’s volley vs Perth Glory 2:39 Alex Badolato’s return from ACL injury 3:39 Oriola Sunday’s pelican themed weekend 5:29 Western Sydney Wanderers 5 - 2 Auckland FC 9:14 Sydney FC 2 - 1 Adelaide United 13:33 Melbourne Victory 1 - 1 Melbourne City 16:07 Macklin Freke’s saves 18:56 Download MVP - 1 vote - Rhys Youlley 19:49 2 votes - Corban Piper 20:48 3 votes - Dylan Scicluna 22:08 Wellington Phoenix 2 - 0 Central Coast Mariners 25:00 Brisbane Roar 2 - 1 Perth Glory 29:07 Newcastle 1 - 1 Macarthur 31:58 Peak Or Weak 32:18 Awer Mabil copped a bad case of "Missed a chance-itis" 32:57 Have we already seen the goal line clearance of the season? 33:37 Juan Mata is as classy off the pitch as he is on it 34:25 Outro To see more A-League Men and Ninja A-League coverage 👉🏻https://aleagues.com.au ———————————————— For the latest updates, follow us on: ►TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@aleagues ►TWITTER: A-League Men - https://twitter.com/aleaguemen Ninja A-League - https://twitter.com/aleaguewomen ►FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/aleagues ►INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/aleagues/
Join James Dodd, Kosta Barbarouses and Roy O'Donovan on the brand new A-Leagues podcast On the Whistle , as the trio delve into the big talking points from Matchweek 2 of the A-League Men season for 2026/27. On the menu: Wellington Phoenix make club history, winning their opening two matches of an A-League Men season for the first time ever! The Wanderers run riot at CommBank Stadium as they stick FIVE past reigning Champions Auckland FC - WSW were great, but what about the Black Knights? Newcastle Jets remain winless this season after drawing 1-1 with Macarthur - what's not clicking for the Jets? The Melbourne Derby was a fiesty affair at AAMI Park that finished in a draw - who will be happier? Sydney FC come from behind to beat Adelaide United 2-1 PLUS - Brisbane Roar opened their A-League Men season with a win over Perth Glory. The Roar were good but what's going wrong with the Glory? A-Leagues On the Whistle will be in your ears every Sunday evening as James Dodd is joined by a host of A-Leagues greats to wrap each matchweek of the the A-League Men.
TOTAL A-LEAGUES IS BACK! 🎙️ Adam Peacock returns to host the show, joined by A-League champions Daniel McBreen and special guest Luke Brattan, alongside Sydney Morning Herald football journalist Vince Rugari, to unpack the biggest stories in Australian football. This week, the panel tackles the biggest talking points from Matchweek 1 and looks ahead to another huge weekend of A-Leagues action. 🔥 ON THIS EPISODE: Should Sydney FC release Akol Akon for the FIFA U-17 World Cup? The panel debates club vs country and what is best for one of Australia's brightest young talents. Sydney Derby fallout: was the Matchweek 1 clash a sign of things to come, or are we reading too much into one game? Newcastle Jets vs the media: the panel discusses the club's decision to ban Newcastle Herald journalist James Gardiner. Can the Western Sydney Wanderers get the best out of Dylan Scicluna and their talented squad? Melbourne Derby preview: can Melbourne Victory bounce back, and will their midfield dominate Melbourne City? • Tony Bloom and the future of squad building in the A-Leagues. Brisbane Roar's challenge under Michael Valkanis and Adelaide United's youth-driven approach. Plus, the panel's Liberty Head-to-Head discussion and plenty more. 🎙️ HOST Adam Peacock 👥 THIS WEEK'S PANEL Luke Brattan - A-League champion Daniel McBreen - A-League champion Vince Rugari - Sydney Morning Herald football journalist 👇 JOIN THE CONVERSATION What was your biggest talking point from Matchweek 1? Should Sydney FC let Akol Akon go to the U-17 World Cup? And who wins the Melbourne Derby? Let us know in the comments. ⚽ MORE A-LEAGUES CONTENT Watch the latest highlights, interviews, shows and more: https://www.youtube.com/@aleagues 🎧 Catch On The Whistle after the weekend's action for the latest match analysis. Subscribe to the A-Leagues YouTube channel and turn on notifications so you never miss a moment. #ALeagues #TotalALeagues #AustralianFootball
Welcome to Kicking Back, presented by Ninja - your new home for all things Ninja A-League, women's football and everything in between! 🎙️ Host Sarah Rowe is joined by Melbourne City teammates and best friends Aideen Keane and Taylor Ray for a chat packed with football, friendship and some seriously good stories. From growing up together and going through ACL rehab side by side, to reuniting at Melbourne City and taking on the Ninja A-League, there's plenty to catch up on. Plus, Taylor reveals how one innocent apple cost her $400 on a trip to Wellington. 🍎💸 In this episode: ⚽ A review of Matchweek One of the Ninja A-League 😂 The stories behind Aideen and Taylor's friendship 👀 Taylor's Melbourne City debut and the controversial penalty incident 💎 The young players to watch this season 🏆 Goal of the Week picks and standout performances 🎙️ Memorable professional debuts and facing Chelsea in the All Stars match 🔮 Matchweek Two predictions and the teams to watch 🍎 The infamous $400 apple fine! Who gets your vote for Goal of the Week? Let us know in the comments and cast your vote on the A-Leagues Instagram. Subscribe to the A-Leagues YouTube channel for more Kicking Back episodes, highlights, interviews and all the latest from the Ninja A-League.
Jake Barker-Daish, Naum Sekulovski and new signing Kosta Barbarouses review all the action from a wild first weekend of A-League action, including Auckland's powerful win over Melbourne City, why Kosta loves Ali Auglah's approach, two early favourites for the Johnny Warren Medal, Sam Cosgrove vs a journo, the Kosta Barbarouses Derby (or is that Derbies?) and more. CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 1:52 Monday Best - Lachie Bayliss’s goal 2:53 Ryan Fraser’s assist for Jonathan Aspro 3:34 German Ferreyra’s wild celebration 4:02 Sydney Derby - Sydney FC v Western Sydney Wanderers 7:11 Auckland v Melbourne City 10:24 F3 Derby - Central Coast Mariners v Newcastle Jets 14:39 Download MVP 17:45 Macarthur v Perth 19:06 Penalty chat 21:16 Wellington v Melbourne Victory 25:34 Peak or Weak 26:03 Andrew Voerman took the points in his stoush with Sam Cosgrove? 28:01 Patrick Kisnorbo forgot which side of the touchline he was on? 28:44 Wellington v Victory should be the Kosta Barbarouses Derby? 29:33 What are we looking forward to this week?
Join James Dodd, Erik Paartalu and Kosta Barbarouses on the brand new A-Leagues podcast On the Whistle , as the trio delve into the big talking points from the opening matchweek of the A-League Men season for 2026/27. On the menu: Sydney Derby disappointment as the two teams play out a 0-0 draw at Allianz Stadium Lachlan Bayliss fires Auckland FC to first-up victory - what's changed under new coach Pedro Moreira? Was Tom Lawrence right in his post-match assessment of the controversial penalty call as Perth Glory visited Macarthur FC? Mariners and Jets play out an F3 Derby classic - were people wrong to write off the Mariners, and will the Jets struggle this season? PLUS, Wellington Phoenix put Melbourne Victory to the sword. Phoenix were good - but were Victory bad? A-Leagues On the Whistle will be in your ears every Sunday evening as James Dodd is joined by a host of A-Leagues greats to wrap each matchweek of the the A-League Men.
Auckland FC coach Steve Corica joins the Total A-Leagues career to pull back the curtain on how he created a juggernaut from scratch, his future plans and what people underestimate about winning the A-League. Tommy Oar and Daniel McBreen discuss the brilliance of Dan Hall, Rhyan Grant and the incredible Auckland crowd. The boys also give their teams of the season, discuss the Socceroos squad for the upcoming World Cup and list their favourite moments of the season.
Auckland FC are A-League champions! Jake Barker-Daish is joined by Archie Thompson and Naum Sekulovski to break down Auckland's historic 1-0 Grand Final victory over Sydney FC at Go Media Stadium. We review Cam Howieson's match-winning goal and Joe Marston Medal performance, Dan Hall's defensive masterclass, Steve Corica's third championship as a coach, and Patrick Kisnorbo's incredible transformation of Sydney FC - earning him a three-year deal. Plus: Auckland's suffocating defensive structure, set-piece dominance, Rhyan Grant's ageless performance at 35, Sydney's visa player struggles - and what this means for both clubs moving forward. The celebrations, the atmosphere, the 28,000 fans—it was an unforgettable night in Auckland. CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 1:02 Atmosphere in Auckland 2:06 Auckland’s "super powerful statement" in the grand final 4:28 Auckland won with only 38% possession 7:58 The very similar goal Auckland scored against Sydney in round 26 9:00 Joe Marston Medallist Cam Howieson’s incredible story 12:15 Dan Hall’s dominant defensive display 13:42 Hall’s stuffed trophy cabinet 14:04 Best on ground in the after party 15:34 Steve Corica becomes the first coach to win 3x A-League championships 21:25 Auckland players crash Corica’s presser to party 23:10 Corica’s professional response 24:04 Patrick Kisnorbo’s impact on Sydney FC 26:20 Sydney season review 29:15 Rhyan Grant’s evergreen performance 32:55 Audience questions 33:13 Who was the surprise player of the finals? 34:11 Who was your overall player of the season (hard mode: can’t say Juan Mata) 35:26 What was the best game of the season? 36:16 Thanks for the season 37:40 Outro Subscribe for more A-Leagues coverage and analysis as we head towards the FIFA World Cup in June!
Total A-Leagues Ep 31 is loaded. Auckland FC fire shots on social media, Eli Adams’ wonder goal becomes an instant classic, and we look back on the unforgettable ride of the Box Office Jets . We break down how Patrick Kisnorbo has transformed Sydney FC, the timeless brilliance of Rhyan Grant, and the rise of 17-year-old star Akol Akon. Plus, why Harrison Devenish-Meares reminds Macca of Maty Ryan. Ben Garuccio joins the panel live to talk about a strange season, the Socceroos, and how his side plans to take down Auckland in the Grand Final. Also on the show: What Adelaide United got wrong Is Steve Corica underrated — even all-time great? Socceroos selection dilemmas Victory qualifying for ACL2 Western United not returning PFA Team of the Season Greatest A-League Grand Finals & Loudest crowds Kisnorbo vs Corica — the last Grand Final meeting ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 Grand Final Preview 2:30 Auckland’s Social Shot 3:37 Eli Adams’ Iconic Goal 5:20 Jets Season Legacy 7:20 Kisnorbo’s Sydney Impact 8:39 Rhyan Grant Form 10:05 Akon’s Breakout Season 11:05 Devenish-Meares Praise 13:33 Kisnorbo’s Mindset Shift 14:55 Garuccio Joins Live 21:30 Adelaide Analysis 23:11 Corica Debate 25:20 Goodwin Comments 28:50 Socceroos Selection 31:48 Victory Decision 32:30 ACL2 Qualification 33:40 Western United Exit 34:23 Team of the Season 38:10 Best Grand Finals 42:00 Loudest Crowds 43:55 Kisnorbo vs Corica Hit subscribe for more A-Leagues coverage, interviews, and analysis! To see more Official Isuzu UTE A-League and Ninja A-League coverage 👉🏻 https://aleagues.com.au
It’s the Grand Final Special of Dub Zone! Melbourne City are champions after a statement win over Wellington Phoenix — and Holly McNamara delivered one of the performances of the season, scoring a stunning goal and dominating the biggest stage. Fellow Matilda Leticia McKenna also produced a breathtaking strike of her own. Hosted by Amy Duggan, with expert analysis from Teo Pellizzeri, Grace Gill, and a special appearance from Nalin Mastou, we break down: How City claimed the title McNamara’s form… and where she could end up next The teenage superstar who owned the midfield battle Why Wellington Phoenix are tipped for a huge 2026/27 season The best moments of the entire 2025/26 Ninja A-League campaign Matildas v Mexico preview - what to watch for Subscribe for more Ninja A-League and Matildas coverage! To see more Official Isuzu UTE A-League and Ninja A-League coverage 👉🏻https://aleagues.com.au
Jake Barker-Daish, Thomas Sorensen and Archie Thompson break down all the big news and views from the semi-finals of the Isuzu UTE A-League, including Patrick Kisnorbo's effort to get Sydney into a grand final, Newcastle's heartbreak punctuated by a goal of incredible quality, Adelaide's complaints about the refereeing, Auckland's powerful performance and receipt keeping, Danny McBreen's giggles, Melissa Barbieri's TV gatecrashing and plenty more! CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 1:44 Sydney’s penalty shootout win over Newcastle 4:45 Patrick Kisnorbo’s record since taking over Sydney FC 7:35 Eli Adams’ incredible wonder strike 9:53 Newcastle season review 11:56 Auckland’s powerful win over Adelaide 14:50 Was Adelaide’s experience the decisive factor? 15:25 Auckland keeping receipts 16:00 Did Corica instil a siege mentality at Auckland? 17:20 Is Adelaide v Auckland now a genuine rivalry? 18:13 Adelaide’s frustration at early refereeing calls 21:35 Adelaide season review 24:09 Holly McNamara and Leticia McKenna lead Melbourne City to Ninja A-League Championship 28:14 Wellington Phoenix’s record breaking Ninja season 29:19 Grand Final preview - Auckland v Sydney 34:42 Audience Questions 35:04 Which of Danny McBreen’s giggles after an Eli Adams banger was the best? 36:23 Which player is most likely to crash the TV coverage like the City women did? 37:17 Outro
Total A-Leagues Ep 30 breaks down a massive weekend of Isuzu UTE A-League Semi-Final second legs, as Vince Rugari, Tommy Oar, and Alex Brosque tackle all the biggest storylines, surprises and debates from across the league. We unpack the standout performers, tactical twists, star wonderkids, key selection dilemmas, and the bold quotes that set the tone for the weekend - plus reaction to the latest Socceroos squad news and major off-field moves around the league. From semi-final chaos to unforgettable football moments, this episode has everything you need heading into the Grand Final race. Rate us, comment and subscribe for more Total A-Leagues every week! To see more Official Isuzu UTE A-League and Ninja A-League coverage 👉🏻 https://aleagues.com.au
Dub Zone Ep 29 brings you everything from a MASSIVE Semi-Final weekend and sets the stage for an epic Ninja A-League Grand Final. Hosted by Amy Duggan, alongside Teo Pellizzeri and Bianca Gittany - who famously slotted the winning penalty in last season’s Ninja A-League Grand Final - the team break down both Semi-Finals and the storylines ahead of the decider. We’re also joined by two huge guests from the competing clubs: ⭐ Karly Roestbakken (Melbourne City) ⭐ Makala Woods (Wellington Phoenix) On this episode: Wellington Phoenix make HISTORY, reaching their first-ever Grand Final Brooke Nunn and Makala Woods shine in the Semi-Final — could they be the Grand Final game-changers? Can Nunn go back-to-back and win another championship? The panel insist making the Grand Final was “non-negotiable” for Melbourne City — but can they finish the job? A full Grand Final preview: tactics, danger players, matchups & bold predictions Promotion of the HUGE Ninja A-League All Stars v Chelsea showdown at Allianz Stadium this August! The stage is set. Two clubs, one trophy. Get ready for a Grand Final to remember. To see more Official Isuzu UTE A-League and Ninja A-League coverage 👉🏻 https://aleagues.com.au
Archie Thompson and Thomas Sorensen join Jake Barker-Daish to review the fascinating first legs of the Newcastle v Sydney and Adelaide v Auckland semi-finals. The guys discuss Sydney taking it up to the Jets, Auckland facing the most intimidating road trip in Australian football, the history Adelaide will have to overcome to make the grand final, their goals of the season, the Ninja A-League Grand Final and plenty more. CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 1:51 Sydney and Newcastle share the spoils 3:25 Sydney FC’s improved performance 4:49 Paul Okon Jr and Wataru Kimijo’s midfield dominance 5:50 Should Sydney have had a late penalty? 7:52 How Eli Adams’ goal showed the best of the Jets 8:58 Are Newcastle favourites going into their home leg? 11:12 Will Patrick Kisnorbo make any changes for Sydney? 15:11 Auckland cop key injuries in 1-1 draw with Adelaide 19:35 19-year-old Harry Crawford’s equaliser for Adelaide 21:40 Are Adelaide favourites going into their home leg? 22:00 Who starts - Luka Jovanovic or Anselmo? 24:30 Will Auckland park the bus? 27:15 The Download Goals of the Season 27:35 Archie’s pick - Eli Adams vs Macarthur 29:22 Jake’s pick - Juan Mata vs Melbourne City 30:20 Thomas’s pick - Lachie Bayliss vs Wellington Phoenix 31:09 Thomas picks his save of the season 32:13 When Thomas nearly scored against Chelsea 32:55 Wellington Phoenix make their first ever Grand Final in the Ninja A-League 35:05 Melbourne City win Ninja A-League Melbourne Derby semi-final 37:03 Audience questions 37:18 Where does Thomas rank Josh Smits among best keepers in the league? 38:56 How does this Newcastle Jets side compare with famous A-League teams like Roarcelona? 40:27 Who wins this weekend? Do NOT miss this weekend's semi-finals in the Isuzu UTE A-League AND the Ninja A-League GRAND FINAL! 🎟️ Tickets 👇 https://aleagues.com.au/isuzu-ute-a-league-men-finals-series-2026/ https://aleagues.com.au/ninja-a-league-finals-series-2026/
The Isuzu UTE A-League Semi-Finals are here and there are HUGE match-ups on the horizon 🔥 Vince Rugari is joined by Alex Brosque and Tommy Oar to break down Auckland FC v Adelaide United and Sydney FC v Newcastle Jets as the road to the Championship heats up. The panel dives into the controversial Big Blue elimination final, Auckland’s epic penalty shootout win over Melbourne City, Juan Mata’s future, Clayton Taylor’s next move and the latest Socceroos squad debate ahead of the World Cup. PLUS: Hiroki Sakai explains THAT pressure penalty reaction, Sam Klein tells his incredible rise from Brisbane Roar fan to player, and Brosque relives one of the most chaotic semi-finals in A-League history. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro 1:20 Pat Wood’s Big Blue winner 2:28 Dan Hall’s winning penalty 3:20 All-time great shootout? 5:37 Big Blue controversy explained 7:15 Juan Mata’s future 10:20 Sydney FC v Newcastle Jets preview 13:50 Clayton Taylor’s future 15:45 Auckland FC v Adelaide United preview 18:00 Key returning players 20:18 Socceroos squad debate 23:00 Paul Okon-Engstler’s World Cup hopes 27:06 Sam Klein’s story 29:20 Sam Klein to St Pauli 31:25 Hiroki Sakai explains viral moment 33:15 Brosque’s semi-final memories 34:45 Goal of the Year picks
The Ninja A-League Semi-Finals are on a knife’s edge - and Dub Zone breaks it all down. Amy Duggan is joined by Grace Gill and Teo Pellizzeri as we preview the Second Leg of the Semi-Finals! Melbourne City take a first-leg lead over Melbourne Victory, with a 17-year-old standout stealing the headlines. Can Victory turn it around? Meanwhile, Brisbane Roar carry momentum into their clash with Wellington Phoenix, but Phoenix coach Bev Priestman isn’t rattled, saying: “Stand up and be counted… I think I was actually quite pleased seeing some of the celebrations from Brisbane… it keeps us on track in terms of mentality.” A massive weekend awaits — and we’ve got every angle covered. Watch the full Semi-Final breakdown right here. Get your FINALS TICKETS! https://aleagues.com.au/ninja-a-league-women-tickets/
Rashid Mahazi and Naum Sekulovski join Jake Barker-Daish to discuss all the biggest news and views from the Isuzu UTE A-League elimination finals, including Sydney's AAMI Park smash & grab, the controversial VAR decisions that went against Melbourne Victory, an all time great penalty shootout in Auckland, season reviews for both Victory and Melbourne City, and plenty more. To see more Official Isuzu UTE A-League and Ninja A-League coverage - https://aleagues.com.au CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 1:13 Sydney's smash & grab at AAMI Park 4:45 Are Sydney getting enough credit for their performance? 6:15 Harrison Devenish-Meares's dominant game 8:36 Is Devenish-Meares a World Cup smokey? 9:24 The Jason Davidson non-penalty decision 11:18 The Santos penalty overturned by VAR 15:13 Melbourne Victory season review 16:13 Will Juan Mata stay or go? 18:16 Other out of contract players 21:25 Will Victory retain Arthur Diles? 22:48 Was Auckland v City the best penalty shootout ever? 24:08 Sam Cosgrove playing through ankle ligament injury 25:32 Can Auckland beat Adelaide with an injured Sam Cosgrove? 26:05 Melbourne City season review 29:21 City dominate Ninja A-League Melbourne Derby semi-final 31:35 Audience Questions - If Lolley, Tisserand and Alex Grant are fit, are Sydney a genuine threat? 32:27 Have City retrieved Marcus Younis from Callan Elliott's pocket? 33:08 Semi-final
Isuzu UTE A-League finals football is here! Vince, Tommy and guest Alex Brosque break down the top six and what's at stake in the elimination finals this weekend. The boys react to the highlights of the final round, including Newcastle Jets' dominant 4-0 F3 Derby win over the Mariners to seal the minor premiership, a dramatic last-gasp Luka Jovanovic goal for Adelaide (and the red card that followed), and a stunning goal from Sebastian Despotovski in Perth. The boys preview both elimination finals: Sydney FC vs Melbourne Victory in the Big Blue, and Melbourne City's trip to Auckland FC. Is this Sydney side good enough? Can City bounce back after letting the win slip against Adelaide? And, is Auckland's late-season wobble a real concern heading into the finals? Plus: Wellington Phoenix appoint club legend Chris Greenacre as permanent head coach, Patrick Kisnorbo on his coaching influences and a spirited debate on the rise of the long throw-in - are you on the Ange Postecoglou side, or do you think the game will just sort it out?
A massive week in the Ninja A-League as the finals delivered drama, standout performances, and huge storylines. We break down: Melbourne Victory’s clinical win over Canberra United Ella O’Grady’s big selection call paying off Holly Furphy’s best game of the season Sasha Grove’s breakout year. Then we head to Brisbane, where the Roar dominated Adelaide with a three-goal second half, led by the brilliance of Kijah Stephenson, Momo Hayashi and Alicia Woods pulling the strings in midfield. Plus: What now for Canberra United? Are Brisbane a real title threat? Who takes control in the two-legged semi-finals? Clare Polkinghorne Medal talk All the big analysis with Amy Duggan, Teo Pellizzeri & Alicia Ferguson Catch all the finals insights, tactical breakdowns and biggest talking points in Dub Zone Episode 27. To see more Official Isuzu UTE A-League and Ninja A-League coverage 👉🏻https://aleagues.com.au
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