IS Costa good enough to be considered a genuine prospect for the
Phoenix?
Obviously living in WGTN already would be a big benefit.
And he is a proven goalscorere at the NZFC and Local level.
But is that enough?
Perhaps he'd not be a regular starter in the first team, but
could he be viewed as a good young signing as a third striker?
Personally I've not seen him play, as I didn';t make it to any TW
games this season (naughty me). I'd appreciate feedback from those
who have both seen him play (either NZFC or WGTN league games), and
have witnessed A-League games first hand to get some idea of
comparison.
Ive seen him play 4 games this season for olympic and by far he is
able to score goals and reak havoc on defences and can quite
clearly make an impact when needed. He would be a great addition to
any team as he offers quick accelerations up front and a nice touch
and finish. I mean you be the judge...come along to Olympics next
home game and have a geez yourself. The stats speak for
themselves.
Olympic vs Wellington Untd at Newtown Park - 2pm
kickoff.
seen him play a few times for TW in the season just gone, think hes
a young player with a lot of potential and i personally think he'll
step up with a decent squad around him?
Yeah I agree that he would be a worthy squad player. His pace is
electric and can pull the trigger at the end of his runs. Could
cause trouble if he came on late in a game. He did for TW before he
became a starter. Great investment in true NZ talent.
With Costa and this Chilean Australian as two U-20 players, plus
I'm guessing Brockie, I reckon we might have more than the required
three.
IS Costa good enough to be considered a genuine prospect for the
Phoenix?
Even if he isn't now - he will be soon.
I think he's got a lot more potential than Brockie...plus he's
flexible in that he can play up front and out wide (think Lionel
Messi type player, short and skillful with great balance).
But he's still learning his trade, more one for the future I
wouldn't see him getting a lot of game time. A year in a
professional environment would be great for him. And with the
23 man squad you can carry someone with the purpose of development.
Normo's coming home
perhaps he is the next sotiris ninis who plays for Panathinaikos,
this guy is good and only 16.
well ive refereed a couple of olympic games this season so far, and
he has caused the defence a lot of headaches with his blistering
pace and skills. i reckon he would be good enough to sign
He wasnt good enough to make the u20's so maybe another year away
from being good enough for Phoenix. Definately a propsect for the
future if he stays playing in NZ.
He will also be away in August (and leading up to) for the
u17's world cup.
A dog with a bone :)
Tell you what nightz, I won't be surprised if he makes the final
U-20 squad for the world cup... depends if they feel he is up to
both.
I feel that Costa has the talent to make headway in a league of
this calibre, he may be young but he does show the flair and
technique beyond his years, i'm picking that an A-League contract
would be the perfect medicine for 1-2 seasons before maybe heading
off shore to take up a contract in europe. So many clubs watch this
league with interest and knowing costa, the passion and commitment
he has to his football, he can go along way.
The best 16 year old I have seen for a long long time.
Just another comment, Costa is definately good enough for the 20's
and the 23's remember they do not want to burn the boy out!
Yeah Costa is a great player and ambassador to the sport. I would love to see him succed in the A-League and then in Europe, and there is no doubt that he is good enough.
He is exactly the sort of NZ'er we need to sign as a priority and
the beaty with Costa is he can fill on of the under 20 spots.
He is exactly the sort of NZ'er we need to sign as a priority and
the beaty with Costa is he can fill on of the under 20 spots.
AMEN
i agree with horus hw thy dont want to burn out th boy! bt i kno 4
a fact tht costa is gud enough 2 b in th phoenix squad if ther goen
2 sign him thy bttr act quick bcz costa wil dffntly prove
his class at the under17s world cup & ther wil b many watchn
from al over the world and he cud gt snnpd up easily frm intrstd
clubs!
How is it that you know for a fact wombles???
wel iv plyd with costa many of times and he is clearly gud enough
trust me! he adds tht spark and european flavor too any side tht he
appears 4!
costa was good enough for the u20 squad but can only play in one
age group world cup and choose the u17's.
Not only that but he has also already played for our national
A team below the All Whites.
He'll be there.
i agree with horus hw thy dont want to burn out th boy! bt i kno 4
a fact tht costa is gud enough 2 b in th phoenix squad if ther goen
2 sign him thy bttr act quick bcz costa wil dffntly prove
his class at the under17s world cup & ther wil b many watchn
from al over the world and he cud gt snnpd up easily frm intrstd
clubs!
What language is this? 
Dont sign him.
He well on sit on the bench cause he is'nt good enough to
start at this level yet.
He'd be better off playing in the NZFC were he'll get plently
of game time.
A dog with a bone :)
He well on sit on the bench cause he is'nt good enough to start at
this level ...
Nor was FatAndy, and he's in your sig... even in a 'tard shirt...
Hard News2007-04-27
12:53:30
sign him up. the kid is class and he'll get even better in that
environment.
He well on sit on the bench cause he is'nt good enough to start at
this level ...
Nor was FatAndy, and he's in your sig... even in a 'tard shirt...
He's there cause I cant work out how to put him at the
bottom.
Who who playing on Sunday Fatty
A dog with a bone :)
New side, Justice League, at Sladden.
Might get a run tomorrow as well at Alex Moore. Depends on numbers.
Send me an email and I'll tell you hot to make FatAndy you're sig, as much as it sickens me.
Might get a run tomorrow as well at Alex Moore. Depends on numbers.
Send me an email and I'll tell you hot to make FatAndy you're sig, as much as it sickens me.
From Barbarouses to Vlahos, good transition...
Costa Barbarouses scores twice for Olympic over the weekend!
Was anyvody at the gournd and can write up a review of
this game (esp. Costa's performance)?
Was Mr Herbert at the ground by any chance?
Surely Ba-ba will be on the youth roster for the Phoenix.
. .
I think he would be a great score for the Phoenix. I saw him play a
couple of times in Dunedin for TW, and for my money was the most
memorable player in any of the NZFC matches, certainly in the last
season, and maybe before. I was stunned when I found out he was as
young as he is- his ability and pace with ball at feet was
excellent. Great to see a young NZ attacking player with the skills
and confidence to run at defenders, and to continually make things
happen.
Costa Barbarouses scores twice for Olympic over the weekend!
Was anyvody at the gournd and can write up a review of
this game (esp. Costa's performance)?
Was Mr Herbert at the ground by any chance?
Surely Ba-ba will be on the youth roster for the Phoenix.
. .
I went to the game on the weekend and what a game it was. Ill
give you a quick summary on what went down, First 5 mins Costa
scores from making a great run down flanks, cuts into goal mouth
and slams it past keeper.
Unitd equalise minutes later, Half ends in 2-1 Olympic having
the better of the chances. barry lewis heading in a great
cross.
Second half Olympic miss over 5 chances to put United away,
Costa missed a simple 1 on 1, twice, first staraight at the keeper
then he tried to chip him. Overall Costa's 2 goals should have been
5. Raf held midfield of Olympic. United had a 8min spell but
couldnt finish either. Final ball was lacking.
Then after 12 chances missed by Olympic we finally put 3
more past united to the thanks of Costa, Raf deGregorio and Mikey
Halikias.
Costas performance overall was good, he could of easily had a
hat trick under his belt but played great and his pace made the
differnce once again, some tough offsides calls but thats
football.
Olympic 5-1 United, fair score.
uncle steve2007-04-30 13:56:11
Thanks for that Uncle! 
The Dominion Post | Wednesday, 2 May 2007
"That New Zealand flavour is likely to come in the form of New
Zealand under-17 captain and Wellington 'Olympic' striker Costa
Barbarouses, who is set to confirm his signing with the Phoenix
this week."
Hmmmmm...
The Dominion Post | Wednesday, 2 May 2007
"That New Zealand flavour is likely to come in the form of New
Zealand under-17 captain and Wellington 'Olympic' striker Costa
Barbarouses, who is set to confirm his signing with the Phoenix
this week."
Hmmmmm...
Hinteresting
indeed.Good news, some much needed pace and goal scoring ability.
If this guy reaches his potential he won't hang around in the
a-league too long im sure, but i hope the a-league can grow bigger
in the coming seasons to keep these players.
Yeah too true. Even if A-league was up there, the prospect of leaving to go play in England or Europe is quite an invitation.
i said it before and i'll say it again. I'm deffo on the band wagon
for costas, get pen to paper ricki!