Tag: newcastle jets

  • JETS CLAIM LUCKY VICTORY OVER PHOENIX

    JETS CLAIM LUCKY VICTORY OVER PHOENIX

    In New Zealand, the Phoenix ruined a host of chances, as Jason Hoffman secured the Jets’ win. In more positive news, imports Ronald Vargas and Pato Rodriguez made successful returns from injury in a game Ernie Merrick admits the Jets should’ve lost.

  • JETS LOSE BROWN FOR CLASH WITH PHOENIX IN AUCKLAND

    JETS LOSE BROWN FOR CLASH WITH PHOENIX IN AUCKLAND

    Another blow for the Jets, with Wayne Brown ruled out of Saturday’s clash with Wellington because of illness – Mario Shabow takes his place on the bench. Dimi Petratos hopes to help Newcastle to a win over the Phoenix, before heading to Europe with the Socceroos.

  • PETRATOS AND NABBOUT MAKE THE CUT FOR SOCCEROO FRIENDLIES

    PETRATOS AND NABBOUT MAKE THE CUT FOR SOCCEROO FRIENDLIES

    Dimi Petratos and former Jet Andrew Nabbout have made the final Socceroos squad for friendlies against Norway and Colombia. Petratos will miss the Jets’ clash with Adelaide, but still face Wellington this weekend.

  • ERNIE MERRICK RESPONDS TO NABBOUT’S DEPARTURE

    ERNIE MERRICK RESPONDS TO NABBOUT’S DEPARTURE

    Jets coach Ernie Merrick says he was never going to stand in Andrew Nabbout’s way, once a big offer from Japan was put on the table. It follows criticism of the timing by some fans. “Look it’s a great opportunity for him, 2 years of great service to this club, scoring goals for fun, and…

  • MERRICK WITH HOLES TO FILL AHEAD OF PHOENIX CLASH

    MERRICK WITH HOLES TO FILL AHEAD OF PHOENIX CLASH

    The Jets have produced a club record 46 goals already this season, but this Saturday night they’ll face the Phoenix without two of their top scorers. Injury, suspension and transfers mean coach Ernie Merrick has several vital positions to fill for the trip to Auckland.

  • COACHING CLASS WITH ERNIE MERRICK

    COACHING CLASS WITH ERNIE MERRICK

    Taking some time away from preparation for the next round of the A League, Ernie Merrick gave a little back to the game today…in the form of a coaching class. Mentors given an insight into how to create a winning culture.

  • ANDREW NABBOUT BIDS JETS PLAYERS A FOND FAREWELL

    ANDREW NABBOUT BIDS JETS PLAYERS A FOND FAREWELL

    Andrew Nabbout’s selection in the Socceroos’ squad is bittersweet for the Jets – coming a day after confirmation he’s transferring to the Red Diamonds in Japan. The 25-year-old was a spectator at training today, as he said his goodbyes.

  • PHOTO GALLERY – A-LEAGUE- NEWCASTLE JETS V SYDNEY FC

    PHOTO GALLERY – A-LEAGUE- NEWCASTLE JETS V SYDNEY FC

    The Newcastle Jets scored one of their most memorable victories, after defeating ladder-leaders Sydney FC in front of more than 18,000 fans on Saturday evening.

  • JETS PROVE TITLE CREDENTIALS WITH WIN OVER SYDNEY FC

    JETS PROVE TITLE CREDENTIALS WITH WIN OVER SYDNEY FC

    The Jets have sounded a warning to defending champions Sydney FC, scoring a famous 2-1 victory over the Sky Blues with 10 men. Also last night, Brisbane edged closer to the top six with a win over Adelaide, but it was Newcastle who stole the headlines.

  • MERRICK FINED OVER A-LEAGUE COMMENTS

    MERRICK FINED OVER A-LEAGUE COMMENTS

    Football Federation Australia has fined Newcastle Jets coach Ernie Merrick $3000 for comments he made following his sides 2-all draw with the Western Sydney Wanderers. Merrick slammed the on-field officials, as well as the Video Assistant Referee, during the post-game press conference at the February 16 clash. It comes as the club prepares to take…