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ex-Nix: Where/what are they now?

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5 months ago

Albert Riera coaching Christchurch united in 2026. pic.twitter.com/I1ZkpVxVdz
— Adam Matthews. (@matthews_adam) November 13, 2025

Has Albert got the right badges for A League coaching?

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5 months ago

Possibly.

https://www.friendsoffootballnz.com/2025/11/13/christchurch-united-unveil-ex-auckland-city-coach-albert-riera-as-new-coach/

Riera left his role at Auckland City in January 2025, looking for a break to pursue advanced coaching qualifications and to spent quality time with his family after “a relentless schedule” since 2022.

https://nz.linkedin.com/in/albert-riera-vida-74221831a

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5 months ago

Now we wait for the calls for him to come coach the Nix.

Queenslander 3x a year.

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5 months ago · edited 5 months ago · History

theprof

Now we wait for the calls for him to come coach the Nix.

Now we wait for the calls for Christchurch United to come join the A League.

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5 months ago · edited 5 months ago · History

coochiee

I'll say it isn't bad for an ex-ambulance paramedic.
Wishing him all the best on his new job, and likely also on drastically shortening his work commute time.

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5 months ago

Would be amazed if he has a Pro licence

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4 months ago

Michal Kopczynski who played for the Nix season 2018/19, is nowadays playing in the Polish 2nd tier. His first season at that level, after playing 5 seasons in the Ekstraklasa post the Nix.

He's the guy that prior the Nix had played in the UCL with Legia Warsaw.
His club Warta Poznan got relegated from the Ekstraklasa last season.

https://us.soccerway.com/player/kopczynski-michal/6i5WGsYo/

So no matchup with Paulsen this season.

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4 months ago

Full game for Cam Devlin, as Hearts win 2-1 at Celtic Park. Huge statement from the Edinburgh side.

Long way to go in the SPL title race though.

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4 months ago

Jimmy McG and Salas off to a good start. Will always have a soft spot for Salas - The exact sort of player you want in the side for the derby, he's all heart.

Annual finals disappointment enthusiast.

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4 months ago

coochiee

Full game for Cam Devlin, as Hearts win 2-1 at Celtic Park. Huge statement from the Edinburgh side.

Long way to go in the SPL title race though.

Oh wow. They were quite some distance ahead at one point, but hadn’t had a win since the start of November. Big statement, but not much margin for error. 3 points ahead with 4 months to go!

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4 months ago

coochiee

Full game for Cam Devlin, as Hearts win 2-1 at Celtic Park. Huge statement from the Edinburgh side.

Long way to go in the SPL title race though.

This was very much more about Celtic messing things up. Had countless chances and just couldn’t take them and the new manager (not sure why they changed it up now) didn’t know how to improve things. Hearts fans have been insufferable this season, so was hoping they’d lose this 😆

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4 months ago · edited 4 months ago · History

martinb

coochiee

Full game for Cam Devlin, as Hearts win 2-1 at Celtic Park. Huge statement from the Edinburgh side.

Long way to go in the SPL title race though.

Oh wow. They were quite some distance ahead at one point, but hadn’t had a win since the start of November. Big statement, but not much margin for error. 3 points ahead with 4 months to go!

Celtic with a game in hand as well
Just be nice for someone outside the Old Firm to win it

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4 months ago

On the Unused Subs today, quote from Iffil:

"...to see what they (AFC) are doing is quite frightening really for somebody who has followed the Nix for a while, I dont know how WE bridge that gap"

For those who were wondering about where his sympathies lie

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4 months ago

imanixsupporter

True Nix legend, and fan!

Queenslander 3x a year.

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4 months ago

Youstin Salas must be playing okay?

https://aleagues.com.au/news/aleague-youstin-salas-october-november-shark-player-of-the-month/

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4 months ago

coochiee

Youstin Salas must be playing okay?

https://aleagues.com.au/news/aleague-youstin-salas-october-november-shark-player-of-the-month/

He did look much better when he played at RB.

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4 months ago

Michael Boxall, Shane Smeltz and Tim Brown competed at Ryan Foxs golf event Chasing the Fox. They finished last equal with the Warriors team 2 over par.

Wonder if there might be a special Unused subs episode with them?

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4 months ago

Procrastinixing

Who was playing the best out of the trio?

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4 months ago

They only really showed all the teams play the last hole. I guess Boxall maybe looked the best, but I couldn't tell if they were any good.

HattyCW

Procrastinixing

Who was playing the best out of the trio?

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3 months ago

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3 months ago

Was a strange move when he went back to WSW but I guess he was home sick. Hopefully he can find a new gig in the ALM.

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brNi

3 months ago

Apparently walked out of training/club when he didn't make the latest match day squad.

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3 months ago

Al-Taay will have WC dreams like many footballers right now.
Left out of Iraq's last few squads under Arnie. He's no chance of a recall if he's not playing.

Iraq play the winner of Bolivia vs Suriname, in March for a WC spot.

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3 months ago

https://www.friendsoffootballnz.com/2026/01/05/departing-auckland-fc-defender-scott-galloway-signs-with-melbourne-club/

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Luc Trani will be Ross Aloisi’s assistant at Zhejiang Greentown in the CSL.

The Aussie pair reunite after working together at Brisbane Roar.

David Zdrilic also part of the coaching staff. https://t.co/fUKGbMzjql pic.twitter.com/2I2m4cX2c4
— Sacha Pisani (@Sachk0) January 6, 2026

Luca Trani has had more clubs than Tiger Woods.

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3 months ago

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3 months ago

Huge loss for Hearts that is.

CONFIRMED: 💔 Cammy Devlin out for 6-8 weeks.

ICYMI Jackson Irvine awaiting scans. https://t.co/uv9eCE0Q95
— Football360.com.au (@football360au) January 16, 2026

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3 months ago

Bugger, I still like to follow Scrappy's career. His enthusiasm and effort can be inspiring.

Proud to have attended the first 175 Consecutive "Home" Wellington Phoenix "A League" Games !!

The Ruf, The Ruf, The Ruf is on Fire!!

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3 months ago

Bugger, I still like to follow Scrappy's career. His enthusiasm and effort can be inspiring.

He’s had a few man of the match performances too. Hope Hearts can hang in there.

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3 months ago

ex WeeNix but looks like Eugenio Pizzuto has been loaned out to a 2nd tier Mexican club. He is 23 now, so guess he isn't gonna reach the heights that were expected from him before his leg injury.

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3 months ago

Tony P recognized in the Australia Day honours list.

Another ⚽️ person honoured that I missed to the list below (shame on me ) @tpignata9 Order of Australia Medal
(OAM)
VIC
For service to football (soccer).

Congratulations Tony. Again deserved. Good Australia Day for @SydneyFC - ex CEO, Coach & fan. Treble the celebrations… https://t.co/RS65gGRoB8
— Elia Santoro 💙 (@Elia_Santoro) January 25, 2026

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2 months ago

Congrats to Tony P. I remember he used to engage with us fans on here. Wonder if he ever thinks about the club. Often times I wish he'd come back.

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2 months ago

Procrastinixing

Congrats to Tony P. I remember he used to engage with us fans on here. Wonder if he ever thinks about the club. Often times I wish he'd come back.

He was the best administrator. Not meaning any disrespect to Domey, but this award acknowledges Tony's outstanding ability. Terry S scored the club a winner there.

Proud to have attended the first 175 Consecutive "Home" Wellington Phoenix "A League" Games !!

The Ruf, The Ruf, The Ruf is on Fire!!

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2 months ago

Just saw that Brisbane Roar have a Facebook post up saying Rado Vidosic has passed away. RIP Rado - 64 years old is far too young.

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2 months ago

dunnix

Just saw that Brisbane Roar have a Facebook post up saying Rado Vidosic has passed away. RIP Rado - 64 years old is far too young.

Yep very sad indeed. RIP Rado 💛🖤

Just peeped at Dario's story on IG too. F*ck cancer!

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2 months ago

Thoughts go out to Dario and his whanau.

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2 months ago

Also here:
https://football360.com.au/rado-vidosic-dies-aged-64/

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Nice tribute by Stott who obviously had her own jack dancer battle.
Lost a good mate at only 54 last week. F*ck cancer.

Heartbroken to lose one of the most empathetic, caring, passionate and knowledgeable coaches I ever had the privilege to play under.

Rado, we shared so much incredible success together, an unforgettable invincible season. pic.twitter.com/Us0Q1Bcozd
— Rebekah Stott (@stotty_13) January 27, 2026

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2 months ago

Will there be a 64th minute clap for Rado?

Also notice that Rory Fallon former academy head has gone over to the dark side. https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/360931259/rory-fallon-named-head-coach-auckland-fc-reserves

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about 2 months ago

Davila escapes jail with a fine.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02-18/ex-a-league-captain-ulises-d%C3%A1vila-fined-over-betting-scandal/106358086

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