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Another A-League player moves to the NPL for ‘tradition and history’

Another A-League player moves to the NPL for ‘tradition and history’

Roy O'Donovan is making the move to the National Premier League New South Wales after having signed with Sydney Olympic FC. 21 Oct 2021
Rebuild begins: Nine A-League players leave Newcastle Jets

Rebuild begins: Nine A-League players leave Newcastle Jets

A-League team Newcastle Jets have announced a massive cull, with a few loanees and one retiree in the mix, as the team rebuilds after finishing second-last this season. 11 Jun 2021
'Shouldn’t have been on the park': Rudan bemoans Roy O'Donovan's red card escape

'Shouldn’t have been on the park': Rudan bemoans Roy O'Donovan's red card escape

Western United coach Mark Rudan is a fan of Newcastle Jets' transformation under Carl Robinson, but doesn't think that the man who delivered the Welshman the win on Sunday night should have been on the park. 3 Aug 2020
O'Donovan return not on Roar's mind

O'Donovan return not on Roar's mind

Brisbane Roar coach Robbie Fowler believes Roy O'Donovan will be more motivated to do well for Newcastle Jets than prove a point to him in their A-League clash. 19 Mar 2020
Roy's joy to be back at Jets after 'world's longest game of poker'

Roy's joy to be back at Jets after 'world's longest game of poker'

It's hardly been a smooth path but Roy O'Donovan couldn't be happier to be back at Newcastle. 4 Feb 2020
Jets expect O'Donovan to fire up in F3 Derby

Jets expect O'Donovan to fire up in F3 Derby

Roy O'Donovan is back at Newcastle after leaving Brisbane and the Jets are confident he can fire in Sunday's A-League derby against the Mariners. 3 Feb 2020
'We just need to win': Jets betting the house on big strikeforce

'We just need to win': Jets betting the house on big strikeforce

Transfer deadline signing Roy O'Donovan and injured import Wes Hoolahan could both be back for Newcastle's next A-League clash against Central Coast. 2 Feb 2020
Merrick: Our attack was not up to scratch

Merrick: Our attack was not up to scratch

Ernie Merrick believes a lack of goal-scoring power and a combination of injuries led to his sacking at Newcastle Jets. 10 Jan 2020
Fowler taking Roar striker out of his comfort zone

Fowler taking Roar striker out of his comfort zone

Irish striker Roy O'Donovan may be a veteran but he's loving having the opportunity to learn off Brisbane Roar coach and legendary goalscorer Robbie Fowler. 30 Nov 2019
O'Donovan: Victory won't be pushovers

O'Donovan: Victory won't be pushovers

Melbourne Victory have yet to win a game this season but Brisbane Roar striker Roy O'Donovan insists they remain a dangerous team. 21 Oct 2019
Brisbane Roar's glory days here again?

Brisbane Roar's glory days here again?

Brisbane Roar's A-League glory days could be here again, Irish recruit Roy O'Donovan believes. 3 Jul 2019
Newcastle Jets let O'Donovan go

Newcastle Jets let O'Donovan go

Newcastle Jets today confirmed they had pulled a new contract offer to star strike Roy O'Donovan as the Irishman looks set to exit for a move to Brisbane Roar next season. 6 May 2019
Newcastle want Roy re-signed as A-League rebuild begins

Newcastle want Roy re-signed as A-League rebuild begins

Ernie Merrick has signalled the re-signing of Irish striker Roy O’Donovan is a priority as the Newcastle Jets boss plots his Season 14 rebuild. 23 Apr 2019
O'Donovan: Mariners will be trying to avoid a Nix-repeat

O'Donovan: Mariners will be trying to avoid a Nix-repeat

There were no haymakers - a rather measured, controlled Roy O'Donovan spoke to the media ahead of the F3 Derby - but all the media training in the world couldn't prevent the Irishman throwing one or two body jabs in there somewhere. 16 Mar 2019
Newcastle Jets v Melbourne City player ratings

Newcastle Jets v Melbourne City player ratings

A lesson in taking your chances, as taught by the Newcastle Jets in their 3-1 over Melbourne City 15 Feb 2019
Merrick: 'The boys did a hell of a job'

Merrick: 'The boys did a hell of a job'

Coach Ernie Merrick has praised his understrength side after they capped off a brilliant week with a 3-1 home win over Melbourne City on Friday night. 15 Feb 2019
Melbourne City Vs Newcastle Jets player ratings

Melbourne City Vs Newcastle Jets player ratings

Oh my goodness, what a match... 6 Jan 2019
Roy the boy: 'I'll play against the locals in a dog park'

Roy the boy: 'I'll play against the locals in a dog park'

Roy's back and he hasn't skipped a beat over his lengthy suspension, although part of him admits he's trying to be "the best pro I can be". 19 Dec 2018
Unrepentant Roy O'Donovan hits back at ban

Unrepentant Roy O'Donovan hits back at ban

Newcastle Jets badboy Roy O'Donovan insists he didn't deserve his 10-game ban for the Grand Final boot to the face of Melbourne Victory keeper Laurence Thomas. 6 Aug 2018
O'Donovan fails in bid to reduce ban

O'Donovan fails in bid to reduce ban

Newcastle Jets striker Roy O'Donovan's 10-match ban will remain in place after his appeal to have it reduced fell on deaf ears. 10 Jul 2018
O'Donovan ban appeal set for next week

O'Donovan ban appeal set for next week

Newcastle Jets striker Roy O’Donovan will attempt to have his 10-game ban shortened when he faces an Independent Appeal Committee next week. 2 Jul 2018

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