FPF's Aussies Abroad power rankings: Week 5
- Ross Papadakis
- 1 day ago
- 5 min read
Front Page Football's Aussies abroad power rankings are back for another week. There are movers and shakers throughout the list this week—some players climbing after standout performances, others slipping with tough results or from a lack of minutes, and a couple of fresh names entering the frame after catching the eye. Let's take a look at our top ten.
Mat Ryan has made a good start to life at Levante in Spain. (Image: Levante UD)
Alessandro Circati - Parma (+2)
Circati climbs into the top spot after another assured 90 minutes in Parma's 0-0 draw with Cremonese. Playing as a central centre-back, the 21-year-old won all four of his duels and recorded a 92% passing accuracy.
Despite Parma only recording two draws and two losses from their opening four Serie A games, Circati's calmness, defensive positioning, and ability to play out from the back have been central to their performances. His week-to-week consistency in Italy's top flight makes this rise deserved.
Midweek, Parma took on Spezia in the Coppa Italia Round of 32, and Circati came off the bench at half-time. Spezia scored a late equaliser to send the game to penalties, and despite missing his penalty, Parma progressed to the Round of 16. Circati finished the game with a 75% pass success rate and 26 touches of the ball.
Nestory Irankunda - Watford (-1)
Nestory Irankunda dropped one spot after playing the full 90 in Watford's 1-0 loss to Millwall.
Something has to change at Vicarage Road. Watford deploys a similar style to that of the Socceroos. While Nestor didn't have a performance we're used to seeing from him at the Hornets, he can't do it all himself.
They're struggling in the Championship, sitting just above the relegation zone on goal difference, having scored only five goals all season and conceding seven.
Massimo Luongo - Millwall (+2)
Luongo climbs again after another complete shift, this time in Millwall's 1-0 win over Watford.
His midfield work was instrumental in nullifying Watford's attacking threats, including Irankunda, and he provided composure in transition.
The 32-year-old is quietly stringing together one of his most consistent runs in recent seasons.
His leadership, game awareness, and physicality have been crucial for Millwall in the Championship grind, and he has now played every minute across their last four league matches.
Jordan Bos - Feyenoord (+2)
Jordan Bos rises two places to fourth after scoring his second Eredivisie goal in Feyenoord's 3-3 draw at AZ.
The left-back equalised with a composed left-foot strike and also set up a goal later in the match with a surging run and accurate cutback.
Beyond his attacking contributions mentored by Feyenoord head coach Robin Van Persie, Bos showed defensive discipline despite being caught out for AZ's second goal.
His combination of attacking threat, defensive work, and growing influence in the Eredivisie earns him a top-five spot this week.
Sam Silvera (-1)
Silvera is unlucky to drop a place after making a substantial contribution in Middlesbrough's 2-1 win over West Bromwich Albion.
Called into action early in the first half, he adapted to the game's intensity. He defended diligently in a deeper role than usual.
While rated 6/10 by Teesside Live, his ability to provide flexibility in Rob Edwards' system continues to be key.
After already earning Socceroos recognition this season, Silvera's steady form across different positions has cemented his place in the upper end of the rankings.
Adrian Segecic - Portsmouth (-4)
Segecic drops after starting on the right for Portsmouth in a 2-0 loss to Sheffield Wednesday.
While he created some opportunities, he struggled to make his usual impact and was subbed off after 67 minutes.
Portsmouth News rated him a 4/10, and while at times he offered the most significant threat for the Blues, he "struggled to capitalise on some promising moments."
I think Segecic has unfortunately been plagued by a flying start to his time at Portsmouth, and he drops places due to a) everyone else around him performing, and b) inconsistency.
Cameron Burgess - Swansea (+1)
Burgess jumps up a place and keeps his place in the top 10 after playing 90 minutes in Swansea's 1-0 loss to Birmingham.
He touched the ball more than any other Swansea player, completing 45 accurate passes and highlighting his ability to control possession from the backline.
His leadership, aerial dominance, and composure under pressure continue to make him one of the standout Australian defenders abroad.
Seventh was occupied by Zac Sapsford last week, who missed out this week due to not having a game.
Lewis Miller - Blackburn Rovers (new)
Miller earns a spot following his starting debut in Blackburn's English Championship clash with Ipswich Town, which was abandoned at 1-0 due to a waterlogged pitch.
He played 80 minutes from centre-back and received an 8/10 rating from the Lancashire Telegraph: "Looked comfortable in a back four. Nearly let McAteer in at one stage but recovered with a well-timed challenge."
Mat Ryan - Levante (new)
Ryan kept his first clean sheet in Levante colours in just his third match for the club in a 4-0 away win over Girona in La Liga. Then, despite Levante going down 4-1 to Real Madrid, Ryan was arguably their best, making six saves and helping prevent the margin of defeat from being an embarrassment for his side.
The 33-year-old also impressed the previous week against Real Betis, making seven saves. His experience and composure between the posts are already making a positive impact in Spain.
Bailey Wright - Lion City Sailors (new)
Bailey Wright appears in the top 10 for the first time after an impressive start to his 2025/26 Singapore Premier League campaign.
The Australian international featured in Lion City Sailors' 7-0 victory over Tanjong Pagar, helping his team keep a near-perfect defensive record, with only one goal conceded across three matchdays.
At 33, Wright is asserting himself as one of the best Australian defenders in Southeast Asia, bringing leadership, defensive solidity, and experience to the Sailors as they aim to maintain their domestic dominance.
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On the rise
Jacob Italiano - Grazer AK
Played 90 minutes and produced a Man of the Match performance for Grazer AK in a 1-1 draw vs Rapid Wien.
Dropping down
Daniel Arzani - Ferencvarosi TC
A lack of game time and involvement in key competitions continues for Arzani. The 26-year-old has only featured in two league matches and a domestic cup tie against a lower-league opponent, while being omitted from Ferencváros' Europa League squad entirely.
The Europa League should have been a chance for Arzani to showcase his talent on the continental stage. Instead, he has become a source of disappointment for fans. With no minutes guaranteed in Europe and limited domestic appearances, Arzani's form and influence are understandably hampered.
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