Manny Muscat was impressive last night. I think he has a great oppotunity of a contract, although this may be judged by what happens to Lockhead. Does everyone else think this way? If not, how do you think on this?
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Surely he will be signed. Obviously not as sharp as Lochhead on attack but defensively he seems sound.
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Good solid player. Regardless of whether we keep Lochhead or not we should sign him.
Personally, although I do rate Lochhead as a quality player, I want Boro to sign him, and I'm sure Muscat can do the job well.
Personally, although I do rate Lochhead as a quality player, I want Boro to sign him, and I'm sure Muscat can do the job well.
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It'd be silly not to sign him regardless of what happens to Lochead. With Lia out it'd be good to have extra cover at fullback, especially since Mulligan's not ready yet.
I hear that he's quite an attacking fullback actually,but obviously didn't push forward too much last night. Maybe he was conscious of the fact that he's on trial and wanted to make sure that Melbourne didn't score down his side after being caught up the field, or maybe Ricky just instructed him to play conservatively. Either way he's shown so far he can play at this level, and I'd sign him.
I hear that he's quite an attacking fullback actually,but obviously didn't push forward too much last night. Maybe he was conscious of the fact that he's on trial and wanted to make sure that Melbourne didn't score down his side after being caught up the field, or maybe Ricky just instructed him to play conservatively. Either way he's shown so far he can play at this level, and I'd sign him.
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thought he p[layed really well, given some time and the chance to build confidence I reckon you'll see his attacking ability.
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he played awesome last night, managed to nail a couple of those tards when things looked to be going well for them! Would definately dsign him... Was impressed with siggy as well personally
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HANDY MANNY SIGNS WITH PHOENIX
Wellington
AFTER impressing in two 2008 Pre-Season Cup games for the Wellington Phoenix � including Wednesday night�s thrilling final � defender Manny Muscat has been signed by the New Zealand-based club as a short-term injury replacement.
The 23-year-old Melburnian joins the Phoenix from Victorian Premier League club Green Gully as cover for fellow Australian Vince Lia, who is out for the Hyundai A-League 2008/09 season with a knee injury.
Wellington Phoenix coach Ricki Herbert said Muscat had proved a handy player and a good acquisition for the Phoenix, making his debut in the 3-2 win against Sydney FC in a 2008 Pre-Season Cup group match in Wollongong.
�He only had two sessions with us before we played Sydney FC and he played extremely well. Then he backed that up on Wednesday night with a pretty comprehensive performance.�
Muscat provides the Phoenix with cover on the right and left defensive flanks � the latter position a potential concern with incumbent left back Tony Lochhead currently trialling at English Premier League club Middlesbrough.
�Manny is primarily a replacement for Vinnie but he also gives us an option on the left,� Herbert said. �His role in the two games he�s played for us was to show us he was a good enough defender to sign for the club. He�s ticked that box.
�As he spends more time with us that role will involve him getting further up the park and I have no doubt he will be able to do that.�
Muscat was thrilled with his promotion to a top-flight club.
�It�s an awesome feeling to get my first A-League contract. Wellington�s a great place to be, the team is awesome and all the boys have really helped me settle in. My aim now is just to put my head down and work hard. If an opportunity comes to play first XI football I�ll be looking to grab it with both hands.�
Phoenix chief executive Tony Pignata said Green Gully had been extremely helpful in getting Muscat into the Hyundai A-League.
�Getting Manny out of the Victorian Premier League goes to show how strong that competition and we�re thankful that Green Gully have allowed Manny to leave at what is a crucial time for them coming up to the finals.�
EMMANUEL �MANNY� MUSCAT
Date of birth: December 7, 1984 in Melbourne
Height, weight: 1.77m, 73kg
Playing position: Defender
Club history: 2007-08 Green Gully (Victoria), 2004-07 Sunshine George Cross (Victoria).
Hyundai A-League statistics: None (to debut with Phoenix).
Biography: A versatile defender who has excelled in the Victorian Premier League, Muscat adds even more pace and skill on the Phoenix�s flanks. Has the ability to play on both sides at the back and has played regularly as a defensive midfielder with Green Gully.
Founder
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We've got the best Muscat in the league!
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Looked the goods to me. Even if Lochead comes back and Mulligan starts at RB he is going to be a very handy squad player covering injuries and NZ duty. Thought Sigmund looked good, hopefully Hearfield won't have to cover there too often this season, he is definitely better suited to midfield.
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Fantastic news! He really did have a good game last night. Hope to see a bit of that attacking nature as the season progresses!
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Pretty pleasing if we can find quality players in the VPL that the Australian clubs have missed.
Announcement says a short term injury replacement for Lia, so I guess a 1 yr contract.
Welcome.
Announcement says a short term injury replacement for Lia, so I guess a 1 yr contract.
Welcome.
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coolio - he looks like he certainly deserves to be in the league.
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very happy!
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Great signing, He can also play defensive midfeilder so gives us cover there
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Good signing yet again, I'm always keen on more utility players and another capable wide defender never goes amiss.
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HANDY MANNY SIGNS WITH PHOENIX
Wellington
AFTER impressing in two 2008 Pre-Season Cup games for the Wellington Phoenix � including Wednesday night�s thrilling final � defender Manny Muscat has been signed by the New Zealand-based club as a short-term injury replacement.
The 23-year-old Melburnian joins the Phoenix from Victorian Premier League club Green Gully as cover for fellow Australian Vince Lia, who is out for the Hyundai A-League 2008/09 season with a knee injury.
Wellington Phoenix coach Ricki Herbert said Muscat had proved a handy player and a good acquisition for the Phoenix, making his debut in the 3-2 win against Sydney FC in a 2008 Pre-Season Cup group match in Wollongong.
�He only had two sessions with us before we played Sydney FC and he played extremely well. Then he backed that up on Wednesday night with a pretty comprehensive performance.�
Muscat provides the Phoenix with cover on the right and left defensive flanks � the latter position a potential concern with incumbent left back Tony Lochhead currently trialling at English Premier League club Middlesbrough.
�Manny is primarily a replacement for Vinnie but he also gives us an option on the left,� Herbert said. �His role in the two games he�s played for us was to show us he was a good enough defender to sign for the club. He�s ticked that box.
�As he spends more time with us that role will involve him getting further up the park and I have no doubt he will be able to do that.�
Muscat was thrilled with his promotion to a top-flight club.
�It�s an awesome feeling to get my first A-League contract. Wellington�s a great place to be, the team is awesome and all the boys have really helped me settle in. My aim now is just to put my head down and work hard. If an opportunity comes to play first XI football I�ll be looking to grab it with both hands.�
Phoenix chief executive Tony Pignata said Green Gully had been extremely helpful in getting Muscat into the Hyundai A-League.
�Getting Manny out of the Victorian Premier League goes to show how strong that competition and we�re thankful that Green Gully have allowed Manny to leave at what is a crucial time for them coming up to the finals.�
EMMANUEL �MANNY� MUSCAT
Date of birth: December 7, 1984 in Melbourne
Height, weight: 1.77m, 73kg
Playing position: Defender
Club history: 2007-08 Green Gully (Victoria), 2004-07 Sunshine George Cross (Victoria).
Hyundai A-League statistics: None (to debut with Phoenix).
Biography: A versatile defender who has excelled in the Victorian Premier League, Muscat adds even more pace and skill on the Phoenix�s flanks. Has the ability to play on both sides at the back and has played regularly as a defensive midfielder with Green Gully.
Great Signing, shows the strength of the VPL, stronger than the NZFC it looks like. Might only be a 9 month contract as Lia is out for that period of time.
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Excellent news for the club and fans. I hope he enjoyed his debut in the ROF, it's gonna be even louder and more fuller come our first home League match. This season is gonna rock!
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Piney will be very upset with this news - he has an inability to say his name while live on air.
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Very pleased... as well as the novelty of having a player called Manny in the team (Black Books fan), he played very impressively last night.
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Excellent news. He made some great tackles against Melbourne and looks commited to the Phoenix cause. I think he'll become a fans favourite.
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can play right back too remember.....so if lochy doesnt get signed by boro and mullys a dud (i sure hope not!) manny would do well there. Plays off either foot too, mr versatile it seems - great signing for the nix!!!!!
Welcome Manny!
Jordy2008-08-08 13:23:45
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Brilliant signing, I thought he was outstanding on wednesday. Left or right back sounds good to me. 
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looked very solid indeed another good aquisition
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can't remeber anything getting past him on wednesday, would feel safe enough if he was starting regularly, although would like to see him come forward a little more.
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can't remeber anything getting past him on wednesday, would feel safe enough if he was starting regularly, although would like to see him come forward a little more.
He made some fantastic tackles and blocks, I can't remember anything getting past him at all. Hopefully he proves to be good enough to be a full signing next season if Lochy heads north, certainly has the potential.
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a few shaky moments but a lot of classy touches as well on wednesday, apparently he can go forward and has a fair bit of pace as well
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