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Why I took a break from Australian football - Part 5: Every cloud has a silver lining
"It's about being positive enough to keep going and giving this game an aspect of your life's passion. If we can all do that, we're going to be alright." The final part of Christian Marchetti's series on why he took a break from Australian football.

Christian Marchetti
Jun 158 min read


Why I took a break from Australian football - Part 4: Media and discourse
"Maybe you're just complaining because you can, or in Australian football, it has somehow become the 'cool' thing to do." The fourth of a five-part series on why Christian Marchetti took a break from Australian football.

Christian Marchetti
Jun 1310 min read


Why I took a break from Australian football - Part 3: Personal struggles
"You just think, 'If something like this can't have the desired impact, then what the fuck is the point?" The third of a five-part series on why Christian Marchetti took a break from Australian football.

Christian Marchetti
Jun 1110 min read


Why I took a break from Australian football - Part 2: Enjoy your lunch
"In many respects, that speech changed my life. It changed my perspective and desire to realise a world where I can be at peace with the state of our game." The second of a five-part series on why Christian Marchetti took a break from Australian football.

Christian Marchetti
Jun 107 min read


Why I took a break from Australian football - Part 1: For the love of the game
"Why am I still following this? How do I fit into this chaotic landscape? Is working in this field really going to be worth it? Is a career in football media actually viable?" The first of a five-part series on why Christian Marchetti took a break from Australian football.

Christian Marchetti
Jun 911 min read


Adrian Stenta explains "nightmare" opponents face as Adelaide beat the Mariners
Following another win, Adrian Stenta says Adelaide United's attacking depth makes them "a bit of a nightmare" for their opponents.

Christian Marchetti
Mar 93 min read


John Moriarty Football granted $5.5 million in federal funding to continue engagement in rural and remote communities
John Moriarty Football has been granted $5.5 million in federal funding to continue its engagement in rural and remote communities.

Christian Marchetti
Mar 52 min read


"Still a blur" - South Australian heroes revel in historic Young Socceroos triumph
Five South Australian Young Socceroos have touched down in the state following their heroics in a historic Asian Cup triumph.

Christian Marchetti
Mar 34 min read


Just so it's clear, Valere Germain was NOT right
Christian Marchetti gives his take on Valere Germain's A-League Men exit, the officiating this season, and the discourse surrounding it.

Christian Marchetti
Feb 2711 min read


The familiar Achilles' heel creeping back into Adelaide United's game
While Adelaide United should not panic over two recent losses, the team's profligacy has been notable lately, Christian Marchetti writes.

Christian Marchetti
Feb 188 min read


"You always want to win" - Ellie Carpenter outlines squad's ambitions ahead of SheBelieves Cup debut
Ellie Carpenter says the Matildas will give it their all to succeed as they make a historic debut at the SheBelieves Cup.

Christian Marchetti
Feb 183 min read


"A fair result" - Adrian Stenta content as Reds and Canberra play out an entertaining draw
Adrian Stenta says the draw with Canberra was a "fair result" for Adelaide United, who extended their unbeaten run to nine games yesterday.

Christian Marchetti
Feb 163 min read


"It's something that we've been looking at" - Reds winger Yaya Dukuly in the frame for a rare start
Carl Veart says he is considering starting Yaya Dukuly over Ben Folami for Adelaide United's clash against the Newcastle Jets tomorrow.

Christian Marchetti
Feb 144 min read


"A special thing" - Bart Vriends portrays love for Australian lifestyle in documentary
Bart Vriends is enjoying Australia so much that he recently featured in a documentary depicting a bit about his new lifestyle.

Christian Marchetti
Feb 135 min read


The Australian Championship: Football Australia announce second tier name and branding
Football Australia has announced that its new National Second Tier will be named the 'Australian Championship'.

Christian Marchetti
Feb 124 min read


Frozen out? A deep dive into the Bruno Fornaroli situation
We delve deeper into the Bruno Fornaroli situation to understand why he has seemingly been frozen out and what his future could hold.

Christian Marchetti
Nov 30, 202410 min read


Bahrain bemusement: Socceroos must learn from their missed opportunities
After seemingly cruising to a win against Bahrain, a late equaliser pulled the Socceroos out of a hole they should never have been in.

Christian Marchetti
Nov 22, 20249 min read


All the takeaways from Tony Popovic's first game as Socceroos boss
Christian Marchetti has put together an extensive list of takeaways from the Socceroos' first game of the Tony Popovic era against China.

Christian Marchetti
Oct 13, 202419 min read


Upper 90 College: Promoting a "no-brainer" pathway for Australian footballers
Upper 90 College Founder John Stevanja is a major advocate for the American college system being a viable pathway for Australian youngsters.

Christian Marchetti
Jul 12, 20246 min read


The subtle signs that Nestory Irankunda's development is accelerating
After a challenging mid-season period, Nestory Irankunda is finishing the season by undertaking essential steps in his development.

Christian Marchetti
Apr 5, 202410 min read
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