A mediocre end to a mediocre season. No surprise. We're already way ahead by getting shot of Ricki so onwards and upwards next season!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe_B5CzbTJo - Caceres winning penalty v Perth - footage from the Fever Zone
If we don't win the league next season, I don't know who to blame....
Game was average..they played us off the park generally with soem great passing. their right back looked very comfortable on ball and rarely troubled..had a great quick pass as well. I dont think they played at 100% tbh.
Rob Morrisson must go!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe_B5CzbTJo - Caceres winning penalty v Perth - footage from the Fever Zone
I thought he should have left Ifill on.Tired as he was, we missed his magic at the death.He is a class player - just wish he was younger.COYN
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Game was average..they played us off the park generally with soem great passing. their right back looked very comfortable on ball and rarely troubled..had a great quick pass as well. I dont think they played at 100% tbh.
If you are old and wise you were probably young and stupid
Game was average..they played us off the park generally with soem great passing. their right back looked very comfortable on ball and rarely troubled..had a great quick pass as well. I dont think they played at 100% tbh.
Game was average..they played us off the park generally with soem great passing. their right back looked very comfortable on ball and rarely troubled..had a great quick pass as well. I dont think they played at 100% tbh.
If you are old and wise you were probably young and stupid
Thank god it's the off-season.
Time for the club to focus on a new coach and start signing up players.
Now if we can have a bit of rain over the next couple of weeks, then Junior footy can get started.
"Phoenix till they lose"
Posting 97% bollox, 8% lies and 3.658% genuine opinion.
Genuine opinion: FTFFA
nooo the off season, i hate this season more than last season.
entertainment, tho i would give it up for a win.
rowe looked handy at the back
to much charging the ref, just get on with it.
we will have to wait til next season for a complete performance
really enjoyed the crowd, but still 6800 is to low.
...what do I do til next season?
We need to completely change our style for next season. Putting 900 balls into the box and winning 170 corners clearly doesn't work when you have strikers who have no idea about attacking crosses or wingers and fullbacks who cannot cross a ball 9 times out of 10.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe_B5CzbTJo - Caceres winning penalty v Perth - footage from the Fever Zone
It was the Easter Bunny that knocked the girl unconscious. The friggen stretcher bearers/first aid guys weren't even interested. They carried on with their conversations. I felt sorry for her. Was a stupid game that took far too long to set up and explain and result for the Phoenix was an embarrassing moment.
Easter Bunny 1 Phoenix 0
As for the game, shame we didn't get a draw but WTF were the defence doing splitting towards the wings and Thompson stood his ground in the middle and got the ball.
Oh well, next season to look forward to. Nixies are a cool toy. And fun. To those negative anti everything persons whom expect the Nix to play like Man United every week, you really need to get a life and stop moaning. Of course you could do better. I don't mind fans getting frustrations off their chest. They pay their money and are entitled to an opinion but being negative all the time and knocking anything that might be fun for others. Oh dear.
Waits to be slammed by those very few fans whom think that way.
It was the Easter Bunny that knocked the girl unconscious. The friggen stretcher bearers/first aid guys weren't even interested. They carried on with their conversations. I felt sorry for her. Was a stupid game that took far too long to set up and explain and result for the Phoenix was an embarrassing moment.
Easter Bunny 1 Phoenix 0
As for the game, shame we didn't get a draw but WTF were the defence doing splitting towards the wings and Thompson stood his ground in the middle and got the ball.
Oh well, next season to look forward to. Nixies are a cool toy. And fun. To those negative anti everything persons whom expect the Nix to play like Man United every week, you really need to get a life and stop moaning. Of course you could do better. I don't mind fans getting frustrations off their chest. They pay their money and are entitled to an opinion but being negative all the time and knocking anything that might be fun for others. Oh dear.
Waits to be slammed by those very few fans whom think that way.
I am not sure if you are aiming some of that at me but perhaps a look at the league table may suggest there's something to moan about and this season was not much 'fun'?
But, at least you added a totally irrelevant point about Man Utd to make your point more valid...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe_B5CzbTJo - Caceres winning penalty v Perth - footage from the Fever Zone
It was the Easter Bunny that knocked the girl unconscious. The friggen stretcher bearers/first aid guys weren't even interested. They carried on with their conversations. I felt sorry for her. Was a stupid game that took far too long to set up and explain and result for the Phoenix was an embarrassing moment.
Easter Bunny 1 Phoenix 0
As for the game, shame we didn't get a draw but WTF were the defence doing splitting towards the wings and Thompson stood his ground in the middle and got the ball.
Oh well, next season to look forward to. Nixies are a cool toy. And fun. To those negative anti everything persons whom expect the Nix to play like Man United every week, you really need to get a life and stop moaning. Of course you could do better. I don't mind fans getting frustrations off their chest. They pay their money and are entitled to an opinion but being negative all the time and knocking anything that might be fun for others. Oh dear.
Waits to be slammed by those very few fans whom think that way.
I am not sure if you are aiming some of that at me but perhaps a look at the league table may suggest there's something to moan about and this season was not much 'fun'?
But, at least you added a totally irrelevant point about Man Utd to make your point more valid...
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No Steve, not you. And yes there are some whom expect a EPL quality performance from guys that just wont be able to live up to that standard.
No Steve, not you. And yes there are some whom expect a EPL quality performance from guys that just wont be able to live up to that standard.
Well glad of that. I don't expect Man Utd, but I do expect better than FC Utd of Manchester!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe_B5CzbTJo - Caceres winning penalty v Perth - footage from the Fever Zone
We all wish our team would perform to the best of their abilities or ay least go down with a fight and not a whimper. But I sadly fear that some have too high an expectation from the players we have.
Still next season, new coach, new players, some going. It could all turn around to be something good. I loved the atmosphere today, especially when we got one goal back. Everyone came alive and i believe the players responded to it. Sure we lost, we made mistakes but at least we fans get to see a professional football team and of that I am not going to complain or be too negative about it. I hope this clears up my point of view for you all.
I think more importantly than the league placing for this season (without trying to ignore it) will the lessons be learned so that this season is not a repeat next year? I think it would be a fair statement to say that with hindsight, a lot of things could/should have been done differently. Are those in control taking those lessons onboard because if we repeat them, then we can expect more of the same next year and that would really disappoint me.
If anything, I hope they do take the lessons out of this season. Otherwise it just makes it all the more painful.
Grumpy old bastard alert
We need a big time clear out. Challenging for the league would be nice, but finals football with at least a realistic chance of winning would be a must IMO. And by that I mean going to the likes of Melbourne and winning sometimes. Another season like this and 'just' having a professional team may not be enough. We have to start competing to persuade the Aussies and Asians that it's worthwhile us being in the league. This season, it hasn't been worth or when you think purely of the financial side of things.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe_B5CzbTJo - Caceres winning penalty v Perth - footage from the Fever Zone
Very true, let's hope everyone has learned and will remember them for the clubs betterment next season
Hard to believe such a good squad could finish last. Appreciate the owners saving the club, which is what they've done. But man they need to learnt a lot fast. Morgan's ridiculous public outbursts about total football and style were naive, and sadly confused the playing staff. Also, not enough footballing people who know what they're doing involved in running the club off the field. Hear lots of exciting things are in the wind re promotional stuff and similar plans. But changing the brand to NZ Phoenix or whatever the hell they are dreaming up now will mean nothing, if they don't spend on getting a top quality midfield together.
It is not a good squad, nor is it that hard to believe.
1 recognised fullback, who is rubbish, and a terrible midfield put paid to our season for the start. Awful finishing and 170 wasted corners didn't help either.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe_B5CzbTJo - Caceres winning penalty v Perth - footage from the Fever Zone
Even though we got the wooden spoon I think that we are still a better team than half the rest of the League.
I lolled
Hard to believe such a good squad could finish last. Appreciate the owners saving the club, which is what they've done. But man they need to learnt a lot fast. Morgan's ridiculous public outbursts about total football and style were naive, and sadly confused the playing staff. Also, not enough footballing people who know what they're doing involved in running the club off the field. Hear lots of exciting things are in the wind re promotional stuff and similar plans. But changing the brand to NZ Phoenix or whatever the hell they are dreaming up now will mean nothing, if they don't spend on getting a top quality midfield together.
It is not a good squad, nor is it that hard to believe.
1 recognised fullback, who is rubbish, and a terrible midfield put paid to our season for the start. Awful finishing and 170 wasted corners didn't help either.
Hard to believe such a good squad could finish last. Appreciate the owners saving the club, which is what they've done. But man they need to learnt a lot fast. Morgan's ridiculous public outbursts about total football and style were naive, and sadly confused the playing staff. Also, not enough footballing people who know what they're doing involved in running the club off the field. Hear lots of exciting things are in the wind re promotional stuff and similar plans. But changing the brand to NZ Phoenix or whatever the hell they are dreaming up now will mean nothing, if they don't spend on getting a top quality midfield together.
It is not a good squad, nor is it that hard to believe.
1 recognised fullback, who is rubbish, and a terrible midfield put paid to our season for the start. Awful finishing and 170 wasted corners didn't help either.
Which was what? 2 one goal wins out of 5? Wow, they really did great.
Edit - after a review of this comment, I concede they improved after Herbert left, but the major damage was already done and they were able to play without much pressure on them. Still right up until the end though we had the same old issues of bad defending, poor finishing, poor crossing, terrible set pieces...and the list goes on.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe_B5CzbTJo - Caceres winning penalty v Perth - footage from the Fever Zone
For all those who started spoon chants before the phoenix got the two quick goals, shame on you guys. So disrespectful. Sure they've had a bad season, but there is no need for that kind of carry on when they are playing.
For all those who started spoon chants before the phoenix got the two quick goals, shame on you guys. So disrespectful. Sure they've had a bad season, but there is no need for that kind of carry on when they are playing.
Me too. why can't we be allowed to take the piss out of ourselves? if you can't do that you need to get over yourself. Although I guess we could've got all shitty, started a riot, thrown flares or maybe head over and attack the away supporters like some other teams fans do around the world when their team plays so shit all season they end up LAST on the table. yeah taking the piss is real disrespectful
Even though we got the wooden spoon I think that we are still a better team than half the rest of the League.
I lolled
So the Phoenix got the wooden spoon. My only thought is that they deserved it. At times they played up to their potential but those moments were few. The only consistency they showed was an inability to put away their chances and a paper thin defense. A new manager is only the start, a total overhaul in attitude and environment is required. Will next year be better? It could not be any worse.
We need to completely change our style for next season. Putting 900 balls into the box and winning 170 corners clearly doesn't work when you have strikers who have no idea about attacking crosses or wingers and fullbacks who cannot cross a ball 9 times out of 10.
I'm no football Technical Director but I think this man has a point.
I know the wooden spoon must hurt the pride - but there are at least some positives to take out of a disappointing season.
The big plus is you will have a new coach next season. It was time for a stale Herbert to go, the pity is he took so long about it. Now the Phoenix have a chance to bring in fresh experience and ideas. If they choose well, rather than try to do it on the cheap, it could well mean a whole new dawn for the club.
There is going to be a major clean-out of deadwood with a number of underperforming players coming off contract. I actually hope Bertos stays but isn't shoehorned into a position he's not suited to. He is at his best as a wide attacking player.
Ricki's favourites no longer rule the roost. This opens up opportunities for the best players on the local scene if they can step up and grab the chance.
There's only one way to go next season - that's up!
Yep, Clapham to light up the league next season...
Great goal by Stein, maybe an encouraging positive new coach can bring out the best of him next season. Particularly if the team learn to play balls to feet rather than hoof high crosses into the box.
Fallon doesn't seem to be getting much game time at Aberdeen, perhaps he could make a good marquee signing next season - with the bonus of not taking up an import slot. If not him, then surely Killen.
Fallon doesn't seem to be getting much game time at Aberdeen, perhaps he could make a good marquee signing next season - with the bonus of not taking up an import slot. If not him, then surely Killen.
Yeah I'm sure Killen could think of nothing better than coming to the table-bottoming Nix and earning $250k a year lol.
We need a big time clear out. Challenging for the league would be nice, but finals football with at least a realistic chance of winning would be a must IMO. And by that I mean going to the likes of Melbourne and winning sometimes. Another season like this and 'just' having a professional team may not be enough. We have to start competing to persuade the Aussies and Asians that it's worthwhile us being in the league. This season, it hasn't been worth or when you think purely of the financial side of things.
Grumpy old bastard alert
I'd also add that we have one signing that has a quality stamp* in Carlos Hernandez so we are starting on that track.
Grumpy old bastard alert