From the Scottish Premiership to the Indian Super League and Croatian HNL, Aussies are turning heads with their goal-scoring feats, assists, and defensive dominance. Front Page Football wraps up the best from the Australian footballers overseas in our Aussies abroad report.
Jamie Maclaren is in good form in India. The last time Maclaren scored for the Socceroos was a hat-trick in the 7-0 win over Bangladesh in November 2023. (Image: Football Australia/Aleksandar Jason)
Stama steals the show
Apostolos Stamatelopoulos delivered a jaw-dropping performance for Motherwell in their thrilling 4-3 win over Ryan Strain's Dundee United in the Scottish Premiership.
The forward played 82 minutes, scoring two goals in the first half, before assisting the decisive fourth goal in the 67th minute and being announced the Player of the Match.
"I did fancy him to score today. In the last few weeks, we've seen flashes of it," Motherwell assistant Stephen Frail said post-game, praising Stamatelopoulos.
"We've seen today, his work rate, his effort, the way he manipulates his body to put defenders under pressure."
Meanwhile, Strain picked up an assist in a full 90 minutes for Dundee.
Motherwell are now fourth in the Scottish Premiership, one point above Dundee United.
Aussie DNA in India
Jamie Maclaren, Jason Cummings, and Dimitri Petratos were instrumental in Mohun Bagan's thrilling 3-2 victory over Kerala Blasters in the Indian Super League.
Maclaren opened the scoring early, showcasing his true poacher instinct to put his side ahead.
Petratos continued his creative streak, delivering a pinpoint assist for Cummings, who found the back of the net in the 86th minute after coming off the bench.
The Aussie trio's contributions have been pivotal for Mohun Bagan, who remain at the top of the league table, highlighting their chemistry and impact in a strong Asian league.
Maclaren has now scored four goals across eight starts for Mohun Bagan this season, leading the line well for the Super Giants.
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Croatian connection
Fran Karacic and Anthony Kalik delivered standout performances in the Croatian HNL, showcasing the influence of Aussie talents abroad.
Karacic was pivotal in NK Lokomotiva's stunning 3-1 upset over Dinamo Zagreb, scoring his second goal of the season to help lift his side out of the relegation zone.
His defensive stability and attacking contributions underlined his importance to the team.
Meanwhile, Kalik starred for Hajduk Split, scoring a brilliant brace in their 2-2 draw with title rivals Rijeka.
His clinical finishing and commanding presence in midfield were key for Hajduk as they continued their push for first on the ladder.
Bos strikes in Belgium
Jordan Bos impressed in a more advanced role for KVC Westerlo, scoring the team's only goal in their 3-1 loss to Union St. Gilloise in the Belgium Pro League.
Operating as a winger, Bos played the full 90 minutes, finding the back of the net with a composed header.
Other notable Aussies abroad mentions
Ryan McGowan helped Livingston keep a clean sheet in their 2-0 win over Partick Thistle in the Scottish Championship.
Nectarios Triantis impressed in Hibernian's 3-1 win over Ross County, dominating the midfield with five successful tackles and six clearances.
Callum Elder was a second-half substitute as Derby County stormed to a commanding 4-0 win over Portsmouth in the EFL Championship.
Gethin Jones put in a 90-minute shift for Bolton Wanderers in their EFL League One clash, showing defensive resilience with eight clearances in a 2-0 loss to Wigan Athletic.
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