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Rogic in, Nichols out

Melbourne Victory have today confirmed the signing of Tom Rogic on a season long loan from Celtic, whilst the club has also confirmed the departure of Mitch Nichols.

Lauren Barnes signs with Melbourne Victory

Melbourne Victory have announced the loan signing of American defender Lauren Barnes on a guest contract until the end of the season. Barnes, a former under-23 representative at international level,…

Brown close to Victory return

Ashley Brown will not be risked against Perth Glory this weekend despite recovering from an ACL injury, as Melbourne Victory also lose Bri Davey and Emily Hulbert.

Competition for places a positive

Melbourne Victory W-League coach Dave Edmondson has hailed the competitive edge shown by his players ahead of the weekend clash against Perth Glory.

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.

Fishlock returns for Perth trip

Welsh midfielder Jessica Fishlock is back in town and the fan favourite looks odds on to slot into the Melbourne Victory lineup ahead of their W-League clash with Perth Glory.

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.

The Stands: Victory 3 – 0 Adelaide

Our man was in The Stands as Melbourne Victory beat Adelaide United 3-0 at Etihad Stadium. Tomasz Ng talks Troisi, Contreras, Leijer and much more.

Davey out, Checker in

Melbourne Victory goalkeeper Brianna Davey has withdrawn from the Matildas following a gluteal strain, but Emma Checker has received a late call up for the games against China.

Muscat in search for assistant

Melbourne Victory coach Kevin Muscat has started searching for an assistant, but remained coy on potential candidates as the team prepares to face fierce rivals Adelaide United.

Easy with Troisi for Nichols

Melbourne Victory midfielder Mitch Nichols has spoken in glowing terms of his partnership with teammate James Troisi on the pitch as they look to bounce back from consecutive losses.

Busy Davies happy with Youth

Melbourne Victory youth coach Darren Davies talks about his demanding dual role with the senior and youth teams, and has his say on the Jimmy Jeggo and Gui Finkler situations.

Wanderers no match for Victory Youth

Andrew Nabbout scored in his fourth consecutive youth game as a brace from Jimmy Jeggo helped Melbourne Victory move into a share of the lead on top of the NYL table.

Cassie Dimovski: New seasons are special

Player Column – Cassandra Dimovski | A lot has changed since last season; a new coach, new team mates and some new home grounds…

Victory duo sweep AF Awards

Melbourne Victory’s W-League team have cleaned up at the Australian Football Awards, with Lisa De Vanna and Stephanie Catley accepting awards after stellar seasons.

Davies: Domination in possession key

Melbourne Victory youth coach Darren Davies has praised his team after their win in the youth derby, highlighting their possession football in keeping with the club’s philosophy.

Talking Tactics: Emily Hulbert

There were some positive signs to come out of Melbourne Victory’s loss to Sydney on Sunday, as tactics expert Riccardo Marchioli analyses Emily Hulbert’s impact on debut.

Victory’s late surge clinches youth derby

Goals from Andrew Nabbout and Jesse Makarounas in the Youth Derby saved Melbourne Victory’s blushes on a weekend when both men’s and women’s teams crashed to losses.

Sydney hammer disappointing Victory

Melbourne Victory’s W-League season got off to the worst possible start, as they were humbled 1-5 by defending champions Sydney FC at Lakeside Stadium.

For the love of the game

She’s been there and done it all, but goalkeeper Melissa Barbieri tells Zee Ko she’s on the comeback trail in Adelaide and as eager as always to prove herself.