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National duty priority for Barbarouses

Melbourne Victory wide man Kosta Barbarouses will join up with the New Zealand national team for a friendly in Japan, despite the wishes of the club for him to stay.

Eastern Lions reject NPL licence

Eastern Lions SC have become the first club to withdraw their licence for the NPL, with the FFV’s refusal for a 12 month deferral of the licence a key aspect in the decision.

Engelaar: It feels great

Melbourne Heart marquee Orlando Engelaar is delighted to come away from Wellington with such a convincing result, but refuses to be drawn into finals talk.

The quiet achiever

It’s not hard to fly under the radar in this Melbourne Victory line-up, and our man Tomasz Ng spoke to one of the silent operators Jessica Samuelsson.

Troisi: It’s going to be tough

Despite having a glut of fixtures in the next two months, Melbourne Victory midfielder James Troisi is confident that the team can handle it and be successful.

Thompson: We’re in for a tough couple of months

Melbourne Victory striker Archie Thompson was pleased to have qualified for the Champions League Group Stage, and insists they are not there to make up the numbers.

Catley moves to Portand Thorns

Melbourne Victory W-League captain has secured a big move abroad, linking up with NWSL champions Portland Thorns following this weekend’s Grand Final.

Cklamovski added to Socceroos staff

Melbourne Victory have lost another member of the coaching staff to the Socceroos, with strength and conditioning coach Peter Cklamovski joining up with Ange Postecoglou’s coaching team.

Muscat: We’ll need to tighten up

Melbourne Victory head coach Kevin Muscat was happy with the result against Muangthong United, but feels there is still plenty of improvement to be had.

van ‘t Schip: Improvement most important

Melbourne Heart coach John van ‘t Schip feels that improvement is the only thing he is looking for each week, but his task against Wellington Phoenix has been made tougher by Harry Kewell’s injury.

Change of mentality for Victory

The perception of the AFC Champions League in the past have been rather negative from Australian clubs, and Melbourne Victory are keen to turn that around starting against Muangthong United.

Winner takes all in ACL playoff

Ahead of the big AFC Champions League play-off between Melbourne Victory and Muangthong United, Tomasz Ng previews how the two sides will fare in the contest.

NPLV Structure Announced

The competition structure for the National Premier League Victoria has been announced, with the clubs spread across two divisions.

No fear for Edmondson

Melbourne Victory W-League coach Dave Edmondson looks forward to his side’s semi final clash against Sydney FC, believing his side has what it takes to win the match.

Galloway: One game at a time

Melbourne Victory defender Scott Galloway previews the clash against Muangthong United on Saturday night, while also giving his thoughts on winning back his starting berth and Tom Rogic.

Cristaldo hat trick stings Mariners

A hat trick to Christopher Cristaldo and a brace to Jesse Makarounas helped Melbourne Victory Youth to a come from behind 5-2 win over Central Coast Mariners Youth.

van ‘t Schip: Confidence is growing

Confidence in the Melbourne Heart camp is at a season high, as John van ‘t Schip prepares his troops for a scorching Sunday afternoon clash against Perth Glory.

National Premier League Victoria clubs named

Football Federation Victoria have unveiled the National Premier League Victoria clubs for 2014, with two more to join in 2015.

Victory boosted by Milligan return

Melbourne Victory are set for a much needed lift as captain Mark Milligan returns ahead of schedule from a problematic knee injury.

Game by game for Behich

It’s game by game for Aziz Behich and his Melbourne Heart teammates as they look to climb the A-League ladder, starting with what promises to be a heated match against Perth Glory