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Theoklitos Busier Than He Expected

Theoklitos Busier Than He Expected

GOALKEEPER Michael Theoklitos admits he had to play a much bigger role in Melbourne Victory's A-League Grand Final win over Adelaide United than he'd expected to.

1 Mar 2009
Eugene's Fury Over Allsopp

Eugene's Fury Over Allsopp

DANNY Allsopp's part in Melbourne's A-League championship win is likely to be soured after he was sent off for what former team-mate and now Adelaide United keeper Eugene Galekovic claimed was a blatant headbutt. 1 Mar 2009
Star Man Tom's Grand Privilege

Star Man Tom's Grand Privilege

GRAND Final match-winner Tommy Pondeljak believes he is both blessed and privileged to have tasted seven Grand Finals with the latest one the sweetest of all. 1 Mar 2009
Muscat: We Will Push On

Muscat: We Will Push On

MELBOURNE Victory skipper Kevin Muscat says a 'hunger' for further success will prevent the club from resting on its laurels after winning its second Hyundai A-League championship in three years. 1 Mar 2009
Merrick Hails Fantastic Season

Merrick Hails Fantastic Season

'FANTASTIC' was Ernie Merrick's view of a memorable season for Melbourne Victory as he celebrated his second A-League title with the club. 1 Mar 2009
Melbourne Triumph In Grand Final

Melbourne Triumph In Grand Final

TOM Pondeljak's goal was enough to give Melbourne Victory the A-League's Grand Final prize in a stormy clash that saw Cristiano and Danny Allsopp red-carded. 28 Feb 2009
Merrick: We Can Handle Reds

Merrick: We Can Handle Reds

MELBOURNE Victory coach Ernie Merrick says he is unconcerned by the prospect of Adelaide United attempting to stifle his team into submission in Saturday night's A-League Grand Final. 28 Feb 2009
Muscat Ponders Playing Future

Muscat Ponders Playing Future

MELBOURNE Victory skipper Kevin Muscat has not ruled out retiring after tonight's Hyundai A-League Grand Final against Adelaide United at Telstra Dome.

28 Feb 2009
No Shoot-Out Shivers For Theo

No Shoot-Out Shivers For Theo

MELBOURNE Victory goalkeeper Michael Theoklitos would rather beat Adelaide United in style but if it comes down to a sudden death shoot-out then he's more than ready for the challenge. 27 Feb 2009
Sasa: We Won't Hold Back

Sasa: We Won't Hold Back

GIANT Sasa Ognenovski says Melbourne Victory can expect stiffer competition from Adelaide United when the two teams clash in Saturday's Grand Final. 27 Feb 2009
Victory: We Don't Cash In

Victory: We Don't Cash In

MELBOURNE are set to yield a minimal financial return from their success this season even if Victory win Saturday's Grand Final against Adelaide. 27 Feb 2009
Reds' Steely Resolve

Reds' Steely Resolve

EXCLUSIVE: Former Reds defender Richie Alagich says Saturday’s grand final build up is working in Adelaide’s favour with the pressure firmly off United and onto hot favourites Melbourne Victory. 27 Feb 2009
Still Tickets Left For Grand Final

Still Tickets Left For Grand Final

THIS weekend's blockbuster Grand Final isn't a sell-out yet with 2,000 tickets still available for fans to see the action at the Telstra Dome.
26 Feb 2009
Merrick Has No Pressure Worries

Merrick Has No Pressure Worries

MELBOURNE Victory boss Ernie Merrick is confident that Grand Final pressure will simply serve to bring out the best in his players. 25 Feb 2009
Pim Brands Victory Pair 'Hopeless'

Pim Brands Victory Pair 'Hopeless'

A-LEAGUE strike aces Danny Allsopp and Archie Thompson aren't guaranteed a Socceroos start against Kuwait in the Asian Cup qualifier in Canberra next week after coach Pim Verbeek described their efforts as 'hopeless' in the match against Indonesia. 25 Feb 2009
Reds Set To Stop Victory Hitmen

Reds Set To Stop Victory Hitmen

ADELAIDE United's Socceroo defence has vowed to blanket Melbourne Victory's danger men Archie Thompson and Danny Allsopp in the Grand Final. 25 Feb 2009
Archie: We're Unbeatable At Our Best

Archie: We're Unbeatable At Our Best

SUPREMELY confident Archie Thompson can't wait to take on Adelaide in the Grand Final and believes the Reds have no hope of beating Melbourne if they're at their best. 25 Feb 2009
Vargas Thrives As Favourites

Vargas Thrives As Favourites

MELBOURNE Victory defender Rody Vargas says his team of conquerors relish being tagged clear favourites for the Championship.
23 Feb 2009
'Forget The Law Of Averages'

'Forget The Law Of Averages'

MELBOURNE Victory boss Ernie Merrick refuses to accept that the law of averages means Grand Final opponents Adelaide United are due a win against his side. 23 Feb 2009
Merrick Calls For Sea Of Blue

Merrick Calls For Sea Of Blue

MELBOURNE Victory boss Ernie Merrick has called for a grand final 'sea of blue' as another Telstra Dome row threatens to erupt over clashing dates at the venue. 21 Feb 2009
Victory Wait On Carlos Future

Victory Wait On Carlos Future

MELBOURNE Victory coach Ernie Merrick hopes to hang on to Costa Rican Carlos Hernandez but insists it isn't a case of writing a cheque. 19 Feb 2009