How can they prevent him from playing for another club if they've released him effective immediately? Just curious...
Bruno heading to the Glory probably means Castro won't be coming back, unless he comes back under the cap.
Mmmmmm.... Castro.... now there is someone who would work out an understanding with Mandi if he played for us.
The two parties have agreed to a severance package, meaning no other A-League club can sign him this season.
Seen a rumour he may play some NPL in Australia to get some form back before he goes to Perth next season.
As for the books, I'd say there is two books with Perth, one the FFA sees and one that is hidden away to keep all these players under the salary.. Who knows, maybe someones sister is getting a good payment or someone is getting paid to "Coach" their academy players as well as play.
A few in Australia are wondering the same thing Matt.
Some awesome signing news - Raphael Lea'i, the 16 year old Solomon Islander who tore us apart in the U17's 5-0 win over NZ, has joined the Nix along with fellow youth team defender Leon Kofana (who still needs his work permit).
Fantastic young player, was set to sign for Godoy Cruz who recently finished second in Argentina's top flight after their chairman personally approached him, but was rejected by FIFA rules. Similar situation to Calvin Harris I'd think, may play for Lower Hutt until he turns 18
Some awesome signing news - Raphael Lea'i, the 16 year old Solomon Islander who tore us apart in the U17's 5-0 win over NZ, has joined the Nix along with fellow youth team defender Leon Kofana (who still needs his work permit).
Fantastic young player, was set to sign for Godoy Cruz who recently finished second in Argentina's top flight after their chairman personally approached him, but was rejected by FIFA rules. Similar situation to Calvin Harris I'd think, may play for Lower Hutt until he turns 18
Wont be able to play for any club until they turn 18. Scots College and training/training games will be their only involvement.
What about at Handy level? Lots of youngsters there so play for WeeNix?
What about at Handy level? Lots of youngsters there so play for WeeNix?
Because they are overseas kids travelling without their parents for non footballing reasons you cannot play for any club until 18 that's what Calvin Harris had to do. That's a FIFA rule
Fair enough though I question the 'for non footballing reasons' bit.i mean he's moved here to train with the Academy but yeah the rule makes sense and hopefully stops the exploitation of children.
Fair enough though I question the 'for non footballing reasons' bit.i mean he's moved here to train with the Academy but yeah the rule makes sense and hopefully stops the exploitation of children.
Sorry, didnt word that very well. I mean if they travelled with their family for non footballing reasons they could play in another country under 18. Its set up to stop the exploitation.
Some awesome signing news - Raphael Lea'i, the 16 year old Solomon Islander who tore us apart in the U17's 5-0 win over NZ, has joined the Nix along with fellow youth team defender Leon Kofana (who still needs his work permit).
Fantastic young player, was set to sign for Godoy Cruz who recently finished second in Argentina's top flight after their chairman personally approached him, but was rejected by FIFA rules. Similar situation to Calvin Harris I'd think, may play for Lower Hutt until he turns 18
Wont be able to play for any club until they turn 18. Scots College and training/training games will be their only involvement.
Pity, I understand the rules surrounding transfers like this, but remembered that Calvin made appearances for Wellington United - must have been friendly tournaments?
Anyway, Kofana's work permit was approved yesterday and he's now headed over here too. Also 16, central defender. Awesome stuff
Some awesome signing news - Raphael Lea'i, the 16 year old Solomon Islander who tore us apart in the U17's 5-0 win over NZ, has joined the Nix along with fellow youth team defender Leon Kofana (who still needs his work permit).
Fantastic young player, was set to sign for Godoy Cruz who recently finished second in Argentina's top flight after their chairman personally approached him, but was rejected by FIFA rules. Similar situation to Calvin Harris I'd think, may play for Lower Hutt until he turns 18
Article on him https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/football/a-league/11...
Because of events in the country over the last week and also our great form at the club. I thought I'd try and lighten the load with some self depreciating humour. My intent is to make you smile or laugh. We all need it. Anyway, I found this article:
Because of events in the country over the last week and also our great form at the club. I thought I'd try and lighten the load with some self depreciating humour. My intent is to make you smile or laugh. We all need it. Anyway, I found this article:
Better take your boots next game!
Really tough following this from overseas, just listening to one grim story after the next.
I know this is the thread for the current season, but what are we feeling in terms of who we re-sign for next season? Top priority players would have to be Krishna and Kurto, and I imagine David Williams to a lesser extent too. Of the rest who are off contract, I'd want to keep Burgess, Doyle, Golec, Mandi, Dura if he wants it/can still walk, Sail and Gulley. Probably would like to keep Elliot and Stensness too, but haven't seen them play enough to have a proper opinion. Burns can only stay if he's on a small wedge, and I'm just not sure Kopa and Cillian do enough to warrant an import spot (which is odd because he's clearly class but somehow doesn't seem to fit). Lowry can stay if we need the numbers I guess.
Keep them all. One season together behind them and next year we'd rip this league no problems.
Keep them all. One season together behind them and next year we'd rip this league no problems.
Exactly, there aren't many players I'd want to see go. If any. I'd like all to sign up with a couple of midfield additions
I wouldn't exactly lose sleep if Sheridan was to leave, but that's down to the luxury of having a front line that is sizzling. Reuse his visa spot for a midfield option
Who to re-sign? Some are already signed, but anyway:
Definite: Rudan, Krishna, Williams, Singh, Cacace, Mandi, Durante
Probably: Fenton, Rufer, Kurto, Taylor, Burgess, Sheridan, Golec
Possibly: Lowry, Sail, Doyle, Stensness
Probably not: Kopa, Elliot, Gulley
No: Burns, Waine
Sheridan hasn't had much game time but looks good.
Kopa is a big yes for me.
It is no coincidence for me that the moment he moved into the backline we moved from hoofball to keeping possession. We literally went from a team with about 30-35% possession to equal sharing or having the edge.
He has shown he can play on either side of a back three and is good off both feet. Reads the game well, works hard and unlike other CB's does not appear to have brain explosions.
Kopa is a big yes for me.
It is no coincidence for me that the moment he moved into the backline we moved from hoofball to keeping possession. We literally went from a team with about 30-35% possession to equal sharing or having the edge.
He has shown he can play on either side of a back three and is good off both feet. Reads the game well, works hard and unlike other CB's does not appear to have brain explosions.
agree with this, he was a pretty meh midfielder but is a great defender.
Question is whether we could getter a better CB for the same sort of money and the use of (or not) an import slot...
I personally don't mind kopa but I'm sure the club will be keeping its eyes open
Who to re-sign? Some are already signed, but anyway:
Definite: Rudan, Krishna, Williams, Singh, Cacace, Mandi, Durante, Kopa
As fast as possible: Fenton, Rufer, Kurto, Taylor, Burgess, Sheridan, Golec
Possibly: Lowry, Sail, Doyle, Stensness
Probably not: Elliot, Gulley
No: Burns, Waine
made the one change, Kopa has to be re-signed, as do the next line....
Who to re-sign? Some are already signed, but anyway:
Definite: Rudan, Krishna, Williams, Singh, Cacace, Mandi, Durante, Kopa
As fast as possible: Fenton, Rufer, Kurto, Taylor, Burgess, Sheridan, Golec
Possibly: Lowry, Sail, Doyle, Stensness
Probably not: Elliot, Gulley
No: Burns, Waine
made the one change, Kopa has to be re-signed, as do the next line....
Singh, Cacace, Fenton, Rufer and Taylor have already re-signed, so take them out.
I would 100% be keeping Sail as our number 2 if we can, he proved when he was called upon that he is more than worthy of the spot, I cant think of anyone else anywhere near his level that would want to come be a number 2. Also wouldnt be surprised if in a year or two he is solidly number one
I would 100% be keeping Sail as our number 2 if we can, he proved when he was called upon that he is more than worthy of the spot, I cant think of anyone else anywhere near his level that would want to come be a number 2. Also wouldnt be surprised if in a year or two he is solidly number one
Get Gleeson back
Kopa is on loan, complicates things a little.
Kopa is on loan, complicates things a little.
Unlikely to stay on
Question is whether we could getter a better CB for the same sort of money and the use of (or not) an import slot...
I personally don't mind kopa but I'm sure the club will be keeping its eyes open
The 'could we get a better player' argument never really makes sense to me, particularly when talking about an import. Recruitement in the A-league is a complete lottery, I believe it's always better to stick with players a coach knows are good and work with the system rather than wondering if...
Who to re-sign? Some are already signed, but anyway:
Definite: Rudan, Krishna, Williams, Singh, Cacace, Mandi, Durante
Probably: Fenton, Rufer, Kurto, Taylor, Burgess, Sheridan, Golec
Possibly: Lowry, Sail, Doyle, Stensness
Probably not: Kopa, Elliot, Gulley
No: Burns, Waine
Sheridan hasn't had much game time but looks good.
Why no Waine, just curious? Kid's 17
Also curious about Elliot and Stensness
Who to re-sign? Some are already signed, but anyway:
Definite: Rudan, Krishna, Williams, Singh, Cacace, Mandi, Durante
Probably: Fenton, Rufer, Kurto, Taylor, Burgess, Sheridan, Golec
Possibly: Lowry, Sail, Doyle, Stensness
Probably not: Kopa, Elliot, Gulley
No: Burns, Waine
Sheridan hasn't had much game time but looks good.
Why no Waine, just curious? Kid's 17
Also curious about Elliot and Stensness
Who to re-sign? Some are already signed, but anyway:
Definite: Rudan, Krishna, Williams, Singh, Cacace, Mandi, Durante
Probably: Fenton, Rufer, Kurto, Taylor, Burgess, Sheridan, Golec
Possibly: Lowry, Sail, Doyle, Stensness
Probably not: Kopa, Elliot, Gulley
No: Burns, Waine
Sheridan hasn't had much game time but looks good.
Why no Waine, just curious? Kid's 17
Also curious about Elliot and Stensness
Just an impression from watching those three play over the past 12 months on televised games.
If you were going to recruit three players from the Handa, you probably wouldn't pick two from the team that finished last - yet this is what the Nix have done.
Waine - looked OK in the FFA cup but didn't really stand out in the Handa games I saw, and not a patch on Calvin Harris. For mine, there are better NZ strikers around in the Handa - young and not so young.
Elliot, yes looked one of the reserves' better players but again, didn't stand out enough for me. Didn't kick on.
Stensness, ditto but he actually looked OK in his few A league minutes - nearly got a goal, and made a good pass from a tight spot, energetic. Would like to see more of him.
Still reckon Kumsuz is better than any of the above.
We'll see.
Who to re-sign? Some are already signed, but anyway:
Definite: Rudan, Krishna, Williams, Singh, Cacace, Mandi, Durante
Probably: Fenton, Rufer, Kurto, Taylor, Burgess, Sheridan, Golec
Possibly: Lowry, Sail, Doyle, Stensness
Probably not: Kopa, Elliot, Gulley
No: Burns, Waine
Sheridan hasn't had much game time but looks good.
Why no Waine, just curious? Kid's 17
Also curious about Elliot and Stensness
Just an impression from watching those three play over the past 12 months on televised games.
If you were going to recruit three players from the Handa, you probably wouldn't pick two from the team that finished last - yet this is what the Nix have done.
Waine - looked OK in the FFA cup but didn't really stand out in the Handa games I saw, and not a patch on Calvin Harris. For mine, there are better NZ strikers around in the Handa - young and not so young.
Elliot, yes looked one of the reserves' better players but again, didn't stand out enough for me. Didn't kick on.
Stensness, ditto but he actually looked OK in his few A league minutes - nearly got a goal, and made a good pass from a tight spot, energetic. Would like to see more of him.
Still reckon Kumsuz is better than any of the above.
We'll see.
You watched a couple of games in the first half of the season on telly so have written them off?
Okay.
0 chance of Kopa staying on, I reckon. On loan. Is the best LCB in the team, but with Rudan likely going I don't think we'll stick with a back 3.
Who to re-sign? Some are already signed, but anyway:
Definite: Rudan, Krishna, Williams, Singh, Cacace, Mandi, Durante
Probably: Fenton, Rufer, Kurto, Taylor, Burgess, Sheridan, Golec
Possibly: Lowry, Sail, Doyle, Stensness
Probably not: Kopa, Elliot, Gulley
No: Burns, Waine
Sheridan hasn't had much game time but looks good.
Why no Waine, just curious? Kid's 17
Also curious about Elliot and Stensness
Just an impression from watching those three play over the past 12 months on televised games.
If you were going to recruit three players from the Handa, you probably wouldn't pick two from the team that finished last - yet this is what the Nix have done.
Waine - looked OK in the FFA cup but didn't really stand out in the Handa games I saw, and not a patch on Calvin Harris. For mine, there are better NZ strikers around in the Handa - young and not so young.
Elliot, yes looked one of the reserves' better players but again, didn't stand out enough for me. Didn't kick on.
Stensness, ditto but he actually looked OK in his few A league minutes - nearly got a goal, and made a good pass from a tight spot, energetic. Would like to see more of him.
Still reckon Kumsuz is better than any of the above.
We'll see.
I rated Cacace and Singh from the first time they played for the Nix, and Cacace especially has gotten even better. I just haven't yet seen that quality in Waine. Yes, he might develop into an A league player, but IMHO there are others in the Handa with more potential.
You watched a couple of games in the first half of the season on telly so have written them off?
Okay.
This seems to be in breach of forum rules Mr Mod, being about a poster, rather than the Nix.
In fact, written off is wrong (premature signing), and it's based on an FFA game and some age group too.
Callum McDowatt anyone?
Bahahahahaha. Not as long as the cult leader has his way.
Callum McDowatt anyone?
Edge has made some favourable comments abut the NIX and in the Stuff article, Callum did not rule it out, although he is off to Europe to try his luck first.
