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Younis drops deep to pull the strings
How good was Talia Younis, how is the Western Sydney attack shaping up — and what do the Roar need to change? Christian Marchetti with three questions from the Wanderers’ first win of the season.

Christian Marchetti
4 days ago4 min read


A King-sized blunder, but Roar still rule
A howler, a stunner and three points. Is this Brisbane Roar for real?

Christian Marchetti
4 days ago3 min read


All noise, no cutting edge
The Sydney Derby had a great atmosphere and some extra spice, but quality was lacking, according to Christian Marchetti.

Christian Marchetti
Oct 163 min read


Two children, one beautiful game
South Melbourne and Melbourne Victory came together in the name of disunity. But somewhere between the hostility and history, something bigger emerged.

Christian Marchetti
Oct 123 min read


A World Cup connection in...Echuca
"And you take a minute and realise a journalist and footy player in Echuca, Northern Victoria, AFL heartland, are talking about watching a couple of Socceroos play at Coopers Stadium a few years earlier."

Christian Marchetti
Oct 44 min read


Olyroos need to switch on defensively
The Olyroos performed relatively well in their first game against Korea Republic, but defensive lapses cost them dearly.

Christian Marchetti
Oct 32 min read


What on earth is going on with the A-Leagues?
"This is by far the least excited I've ever been for an A-League season in my lifetime." In his new column The Director's Chair, Christian Marchetti begins by asking a few simple questions for the APL.

Christian Marchetti
Oct 17, 20257 min read


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 15, 20258 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 13, 202510 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 11, 202510 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 10, 20257 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 9, 202511 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 9, 20253 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 5, 20252 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 3, 20254 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 27, 202511 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 18, 20258 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 18, 20253 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 16, 20253 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 14, 20254 min read
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