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Scout’s Notebook: Michael Mifsud

Melbourne Heart fans have not had a chance to see new Maltese signing Michael Mifsud in action yet, but Matthew Galea gives us an indication of what to expect from the striker.

Victory sign Mahazi

Melbourne Victory has confirmed the signing of Northcote City star Rashid Mahazi on a two year deal, after a successful trial period at the club this pre-season.

Preview: Knights vs South

Tim McGlone explores the history between two rival clubs as Melbourne Knights and South Melbourne prepare to contest a mouth-watering Semi Final match on Friday.

WPL Team of the Season: Wingers

Who do you think deserves to feature on the flanks in our WPL Team of the Season? Here’s your chance to vote for your favourites!

Taylor: We’ve come a long way

South Melbourne coach Chris Taylor admits his side has come far this season, but is not counting his chickens yet ahead of a mouth-watering semi final meeting with Melbourne Knights.

Caufield Cobras snaking up the ladder

Despite only introducing a women’s side in 2012, the Caulfield Cobras have seen not one, but two teams get promoted, writes Helen Velissaris.

Fleming: Season is a success

Despite suffering an agonising last-gasp loss to South Melbourne in the VPL Elimination Final, Green Gully player-coach Jeffrey Fleming is happy to dwell on the positives.

Scout’s Notebook: Pablo Contreras

Chilean football expert Neil Zimmerman profiles Melbourne Victory’s newest marquee signing Pablo Contreras and tells fans what they can expect from the seasoned defender.

South win at the death

Tyson Holmes’ 91st minute winner was all that separated South Melbourne and Green Gully in their Elimination Final, writes Tomasz Ng.

WPL Team of the Season: Centre-halves

Who do you think deserves to feature in the central defensive slots in our WPL Team of the Season? Here’s your chance to vote for your favourites!

Aloisi unperturbed by Adelaide loss

Melbourne Heart coach John Aloisi appeared unperturbed by his side’s 1-2 loss to Adelaide United on Friday afternoon, claiming that important lessons had been learnt.

The Stands: Heart 1-2 Adelaide

Our man was in The Stands as Melbourne Heart took on Adelaide United in a pre-season friendly at Epping Stadium. Zee Ko talks Migliorini, Mebrahtu, Dugandzic and much more.

Preview: Knights vs Greens

It’s crunch time at Knights Stadium as Melbourne Knights take on Bentleigh Greens in the first of the Qualifying Finals. Steven Cheng previews the action before the game.

WPL Team of the Season: Fullbacks

Who do you think deserves to feature in the fullback slots in our WPL Team of the Season? Here’s your chance to vote for your favourites!

WPL Elimination Final Preview

Only one of Bundoora and Heidelberg will be left standing tonight, as the fierce rivals contest an Elimination Final at DISC. Tomasz Ng previews the contest ahead of kickoff.

The twinkle-toed Ninja

There was one name on everyone’s lips after South Melbourne’s win over Sandringham on Sunday – Jessica Au had well and truly broken through with a game-winning brace.

WPL Team of the Season: Goalkeepers

Who do you think deserves to nab the No. 1 spot in our WPL Team of the Season? Here’s your chance to vote for your favourites!

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.

Vassiliadis: Heartbroken, but no regrets

Port Melbourne coach Eric Vassiliadis put on a brave front as they narrowly missed out on Finals qualification, but admits he is proud of the team’s efforts on their return to the VPL.

Milligan out, Thompson in for derby

Melbourne Victory will be missing Mark Milligan in Round 1 after a call up to the Socceroos for games against France and Canada, but the talismanic Archie Thompson is available.