Author: Sean Ellicott

Sean Ellicott

Muscat: Archie fit to play

Kevin Muscat has tipped Archie Thompson to reclaim his starting spot provided he passes a fitness test, while Jason Geria returns too for Melbourne Victory.

The Chilean Dilemma

It’s still early days yet for Pablo Contreras and Melbourne Victory, but Sean Ellicott feels that the Chilean marquee man still has everything to prove.

Leijer: Quick turnaround beneficial

Melbourne Victory defender Adrian Leijer believes the the short break between games will be helpful this week, as the team look to rebound from the loss to Newcastle Jets.

Victory return to Asia’s biggest stage

Melbourne Victory coach Kevin Muscat is delighted that his side’s return to the biggest stage in Asian football after earning a qualifying berth to the AFC Champions League.

Ansell to the fore

Melbourne Victory defender Nick Ansell has been given a vote of confidence from his head coach as he prepares to take the suspended Adrian Leijer’s place in defence this weekend.

Aloisi: Heart to emulate Jets turnaround

Melbourne Heart can emulate opponents Newcastle Jets in turning their season around, says coach John Aloisi ahead of their away game this weekend.

Behich: Goals will come

Fullback Aziz Behich is confident that a goal-shy Melbourne Heart can turn the corner against Sydney FC this weekend, as he reveals that morale is still high within the team.

Aloisi confident of improvement

As Melbourne Heart prepare to face the Wanderers on Friday evening, coach John Aloisi is adamant that results are just around the corner if they can cut out minor mistakes.

Aloisi: Kewell injury unfortunate

Harry Kewell’s latest injury is ‘unfortunate’, says Melbourne Heart coach John Aloisi as his captain faces another two weeks on the sidelines with a twisted ankle.

Muscat: Looking forward to Wellington

Melbourne Victory head coach Kevin Muscat has reiterated that it is business as usual at the club as he comes up against Ernie Merrick’s Wellington Phoenix on Monday.

Wielaert: We have to stay positive

Melbourne Heart defender Rob Wielaert is optimistic about his team’s fortunes going into Round 4, despite the recent loss to Perth and various injury concerns.

Redmayne delighted with start

Melbourne Heart goalkeeper Andrew Redmayne has declared himself pleased with his club’s start to the season and the defensive solidity they showed in Round 1.

Postecoglou not ruling out Socceroos job

Melbourne Victory’s Ange Postecoglou has refused to rule himself out of the running for the Socceroos job, but stressed that he’s focused on the game against Adelaide this weekend.

Being Tara Rushton

Sean Ellicott profiles Fox Sports’ newest talent Tara Rushton, and finds a lot to like about the smooth talking presenter.

A-League Preview: Melbourne Heart

A-League Preview: Melbourne Heart have plumped for experience and leadership but have to avoid the pitfalls of last year’s campaign, writes Sean Ellicott.

A-League Preview: Melbourne Victory

A-League Preview: Melbourne Victory have used the offseason to strengthen well and might just be Championship favourites, writes Sean Ellicott.

Postecoglou keeping options open

Melbourne Victory coach Ange Postecoglou has admitted that he’s leaving it late in finalising his squad for his side’s opening game but several players will be making debuts.

Broxham to lead Victory into derby

Leigh Broxham is to lead Melbourne Victory into Saturday’s Melbourne Derby, as he was named as Mark Milligan’s stand-in as captain this morning.

Postecoglou: Troisi a fantastic addition

Melbourne Victory coach Ange Postecoglou has hailed the loan signing of James Troisi, saying he believes that the Socceroo is looking to reignite his career in Melbourne.

Victory unveil marquee man

Chilean defender Pablo Contreras has been presented to the media at AAMI Park today, replacing Marcos Flores as Melbourne Victory’s new marquee signing.