The Secret of His Success?
What is it about Ric Charlesworth that ensures that his teams end up successful? It is unfair to say he has a Midas touch, as no one gets the success he does by simply going through the motions as a
Last Toss of the Coyne
Chris Coyne has finally arranged his loan deal to China to give himself a last chance of making Pim Verbeek’s Socceroos World Cup squad. It is only fair that he should cling to that dream, but realistically it has to
No Mending Bridges
It is very sad to read that Manchester City left back Wayne Bridge has withdrawn from England’s World Cup, because as he says “I believe my position in the squad is untenable.” As much as this is understandable, it is
Time For Pim to Lay it On The Line – If He Hasn’t Already
We are fans of Australian coach Pim Verbeek and applaud his achievements as Socceroo’s coach, which with an ageing side we believe surpass his predecessor. We love his forthright manner, even if it does ruffle a few feathers. Here is
Is It A Coincidence?
On October 13th the Sydney Morning Herald’s Mike Cockerill published a story stating that Perth Glory owner Tony Sage was prepared to let his three returning Socceroos miss the finals series, if it meantthat they go to the World Cup.
