Live: Wellington Phoenix v Western United - A-League Men

Follow live coverage as the Phoenix kick off the new A-League Men season against Western United.
STUFF.CO.NZ● Oct 20

Fornaroli or Vergos? Kisnorbo's tough call on Melbourne Victory's strikers

Patrick Kisnorbo will have much on his mind, including his strikers, following Melbourne Victory's draw in their A-League Men season opener.
FRONTPAGEFOOTBALL.NET● Oct 20

Joe Lolley | Match Reaction - Isuzu UTE A-League RND01

Hear from player of the match Joe Lolley after the Sydney Derby.#JoeLolley #SydneyDerby #SydneyFC Subscribe to our channel:...
FOOTBALLNEWS● Oct 19

Auckland FC v Brisbane Roar: Pride and relief as Black Knights deliver on unique occasion

Coach Steve Corica looked proud – and also quite relieved. Captain Hiroki Sakai was buzzing, amazed at the crowd he had just experienced, thousands...
NZHERALD.CO.NZ● Oct 19

A-League Men: Adam Taggart, Luis Canga among the five Perth Glory players who will define their season

If Perth are to reach the top six for the first time since 2000, these are the players whose performances can most influence and swing their season.
THEWEST.COM.AU● Oct 19

A-League sell-outs either side of the ditch as Auckland debuts and stars arrive in Sydney derby

Between Auckland FC's first-up win over Brisbane, and the Sydney derby featuring the debuts of Juan Mata and Douglas Costa, 50,000 fans turn up...
ABC.NET.COM.AU● Oct 19

Rhyan Grant & Douglas Costa | Match Reaction - Isuzu UTE A-League RND01

Hear from Rhyan Grant and Douglas Costa after the first Sydney Derby of the season.#RhyanGrant #DouglasCosta #SydneyDerby Subscribe to our channel:...
FOOTBALLNEWS● Oct 19

On a statement day for the A-League, Sydney FC made the strongest one

Day two of season 20 was another strong reminder that this competition, for all its faults and quirks, can absolutely still deliver the goods.
SMH.COM.AU● Oct 19

Wanderers eye greater impact from top recruit Juan Mata

Western Sydney are confident it won't be long until Juan Mata is dictating terms in the A-League after an impressive Wanderers debut.
PERTHNOW.COM.AU● Oct 19

Season preview: Will the Phoenix rise again?

All you need to know about the Wellington Phoenix ahead of the new A-League Men season.
STUFF.CO.NZ● Oct 19

Ufuk Talay | Match Reaction - Isuzu UTE A-League RND01

Hear from Ufuk Talay following the Sydney Derby.#UfukTalay #SydneyFC #ALeague Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/SubscribeSydneyFC Follow Us...
FOOTBALLNEWS● Oct 19

Klimala strikes to help Sydney sink Wanderers in ALM

Patryk Klimala has starred to give Sydney FC a 2-1 win over Western Sydney Wanderers in the A-League Men.
PERTHNOW.COM.AU● Oct 19

Watch: Marco Tilio’s Dream Start with Club as Celtic Loanee Makes Instant Impact

Celtic loanee Marco Tilio has made an instant impact on his return to Melbourne City, scoring just two minutes into their A-League opener against...
CELTS ARE HERE● Oct 19

Ruben Zadkovich | Post Match Press Conference | ALM R1: Auckland FC vs Brisbane Roar

Brisbane Roar Head Coach, Ruben Zadkovich fronts the media following Saturday's Isuzu UTE A-League Round One clash against Auckland.𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵...
FOOTBALLNEWS● Oct 19

Western Sydney Wanderers VS Sydney, 2024-10-19, A-League Men Australia Soccer

AUSTRALIASOCCER.NET● Oct 19

A-League Men Round 1 LIVE updates: Douglas Costa starts, Juan Mata benched for sold-out Sydney derby

Follow along for all the major moments as Sydney FC and Western Sydney Wanderers kick off their A-League Men season with a derby at CommBank Stadium.
BRISBANETIMES.COM.AU● Oct 19

Rafael Struick | Post Match | ALM R1: Auckland FC vs Brisbane Roar

Hear from Rafael Struick following his Isuzu UTE A-League debut 🗣𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀Isuzu UTE A-League Men 2024/25 – Round 1: Auckland FC vs Brisbane...
FOOTBALLNEWS● Oct 19

Jay O'Shea | Post Match | ALM R1: Auckland FC vs Brisbane Roar

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FOOTBALLNEWS● Oct 19

ALM R1 Highlights: Auckland FC vs Brisbane Roar

Isuzu UTE A-League Men 2024/25 – Round 1: Auckland FC vs Brisbane RoarGo Media Stadium, AucklandSaturday, 19 OctoberAuckland FC – 1 (OWN GOAL 8',...
FOOTBALLNEWS● Oct 19

Auckland FC arrives in winning style with 2-0 victory over Brisbane Roar

Auckland's newest sports team have made a winning start to their A-League tenure.
RNZ.CO.NZ● Oct 19

Auckland FC v Brisbane Roar result: Black Knights claim victory in A-League debut

Auckland FC 2 Brisbane Roar 0 Auckland FC have arrived – and this was a hell of an introduction. In all their pre-season planning, the club...
NZHERALD.CO.NZ● Oct 19

Auckland enjoy home success on A-League Men debut

Harry Van Der Saag's own goal and Logan Rogerson's sidefoot volley ensured Auckland FC's debut A-League Men outing was a winning one.
PERTHNOW.COM.AU● Oct 19

Auckland FC triumph over Brisbane in strong A-League debut

Auckland FC is the supercity's third attempt at a professional football club following the Kingz and the New Zealand Knights.
1NEWS.CO.NZ● Oct 19

Newcastle Jets VS Melbourne City, 2024-10-19, A-League Men Australia Soccer

AUSTRALIASOCCER.NET● Oct 19

Auckland FC start life in A-League Men with win over Brisbane

An own goal got New Zealand’s newest professional sports team going in their debut match, while an All White finished the job.
STUFF.CO.NZ● Oct 19

Selection bombshell: Home-grown 17-year-old in line for A-League debut

'He is a local kid who has come through our academy.'
NEWCASTLEHERALD.COM.AU● Oct 19

A-League Men: New Perth Glory coach David Zdrilic ready for first home-and-away fixture in charge

New Perth Glory coach David Zdrilic says he has embraced every moment of his first pre-season in charge as he aims to make history in his first...
THEWEST.COM.AU● Oct 19

The Lowedown: How will a young Jets outfit fare as the A-League kick offs

There are big boots to fill following the departure of Apostolos Stametolopoulos.
NEWCASTLEHERALD.COM.AU● Oct 19

A-League live updates: Auckland FC v Brisbane Roar

Follow all the action from Go Media Stadium in Auckland as the new football team hits the field.
RNZ.CO.NZ● Oct 19

Live: Auckland FC face Brisbane Roar in A-League Men debut

Follow live coverage as New Zealand’s newest professional sports team takes the field for the first time.
STUFF.CO.NZ● Oct 19

About the A-League Men

The A-League Men, known as the A-League, is the premier professional men's soccer league in Australia. It was established in 2004 as a successor to the National Soccer League and is operated by the Australian Professional Leagues (APL). The league is currently contested by twelve teams, with the majority based in Australia and one team from New Zealand.

Competition Format

The A-League's season runs from October to May and includes a regular season and a finals series. The top six teams at the end of the regular season qualify for the finals series, which culminates in the Grand Final, where the winner is crowned the A-League Men Champion.

Teams and Players

The league has seen an increase in the number of teams over the years, enhancing the competition. The A-League has also attracted international players and coaches, which has improved the quality of play and increased its global appeal.

Impact on Australian Soccer

The A-League has had a significant impact on the development of soccer in Australia. It has improved the infrastructure around the sport, including stadiums and training facilities. Additionally, it has helped in the development of Australian players, with many using the league as a stepping stone to international leagues.

Media Coverage and Sponsorship

The league enjoys substantial media coverage, with matches broadcasted on television and online platforms. This exposure has attracted sponsors and partners, contributing to the financial stability and growth of the league.

In conclusion, the A-League Men plays a crucial role in the landscape of Australian soccer, continually growing in popularity and contributing to the sport's development in the country.

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