Shame the SU 58/Blacktown game wasn't shown on TV instead.

Bentleigh Greens have been excellent in previous Cup games.

I was very disappointed at the football on show from Hume and Marconi.

It seems that former HAL players, Jesic, Rooney, the former Victory guy from Hume, and Walker have gone backwards since playing in the HAL.:cry:

Late in the game Walker did put a fabulous cross in for the goal.=d>

Pavlovic looks like he is closer to what he was when he played HAL.:)

Hegarty's close ball work was pleasing on the eye.=d>


In the other game that went to extra time, SU 58's first two goals and goals 3,4, and 5 from Blacktown were high quality.=d>

After watching the Australian under 16s over the last week, apart from their defensive 1v1 skills, they are so much better to watch than Marconi and Hume ( who I've seen play better football last year in the FFA Cup).

I don't know what sort of philosophy they have at Hume and Marconi, but the way they've been coached in off the ball movement is poor, the angles created by players opening passing lands is sometimes poor meaning too many turnovers, the keepers both had poor foot skills on the deck and the playing out from both teams was disappointing.

It really hits home the drop in standard from the pro HAL to the NPL's better teams. Both teams on Fox's match of the day, Marconi and Hume, have coaches with English origins. Are they leaving what they've learnt at FFA coaching courses back at FFA HQ?

Where is Arthur Papas coaching this year?

Having said this, I've seen a NPL teams from all states play much better football on show than what we saw tonight.






Edited by Decentric: 27/7/2016 10:37:51 PM

Hume City advance after heartstopping FFA Cup win over Marconi Stallions

35 minutes agoby MATT WINDLEYSource: Herald Sun
THEY say as much as things change they stay the same.

Hume City has a new coach, new players and even a new uniform.

But a year on from its fairytale exploits of 2015, the Victorian club’s penchant for late FFA Cup drama remains after securing a heartstopping penalty shootout win over Marconi Stallions in the Round of 32.

Dominant, but unable to land the knockout punch during regulation time, Hume appeared set to pay for its profligacy in front of goal at ABD Stadium.

After a Mirjam Pavlovic wonder strike fired Marconi, a four-time National Soccer League champion, ahead in the 94th minute, Hume - a semi-finalist last year - had all but tripped at the first hurdle this time around.

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Enter Kym Harris, who fired home a 117th minute header, to give the hosts yet another late lifeline.

Hume still had to hold its nerve from the penalty spot.

But after Pavlovic went from hero to villain by missing the first of the spot kicks, there was only going to be one winner.

Hume vice-captain Shane Rexhepi fired home the decisive penalty to give his side a 4-2 shootout win.

On its way to the last four in 2015 Hume required a 121st minute goal to defeat Brisbane Strikers in the Round of 32 and a 118th minute winner to get past Oakleigh in the quarterfinals.

Despite being roared on by a boisterous crowd just shy of 1000 - the club’s juniors in attendance a particular source of energy - Hume fired blank after blank on a slippery night in Broadmeadows.


Dean Hennessey’s men hit the post twice, won the shot count 21-8 and had 64 per cent of possession.

Hume was on the verge of becoming the first Victorian side to lose to a New South Wales club in eight FFA Cup games, but ultimately kept this state’s perfect record intact.

Marconi, now in the NSW second tier, was playing its first game on the national stage since its 2004 NSL elimination final loss to South Melbourne.

In other Round of 32 action, an incredible 70m go-ahead-goal from Danny Choi helped 10-man Blacktown City overcome a two-goal deficit against Sydney United to secure a crazy 6-2 after extra time.

Elsewhere, Newcastle’s Edgeworth Eagles defeated Far North Queensland Heat 3-0 in Cairns and Brisbane Strikers were massive 6-0 winners away to Rovers Darwin.

Did you honestly see enough of the the SUFC/BCFC game to make a judgement?

there is something special about the ffa cup imo

Thread re-named as appropriate. Shipping 4 goals in ET a man up. Sydney United 58. What a pathetic excuse for a club.

Congrarulations to Blacktown City. Showing the grit and determination to show they're national 2nd division champions!

I hope that's the winnings, not the stake!

My multi is RIP'd as well, I overstated home advantage.

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All up a great night out at the football. Recommend people coming out to Gully, even if it is a bit of a hike. It's great value for money and a more enjoyable experience than a lot of A-League games.
Edited by melbourne_terrace: 28/7/2016 01:42:39 AM

Woohoo game day! \:d/

My predictions to progress are Edgeworth, Hume, Strikers and Blacktown.

Isn't it only like a 30 minute drive from the CBD? not much of a hike.

30 minutes at most, there won't be too much traffic at that time.

5 mins from home for me - seriously cannot wait for next week. Massive chance for Gully to knock off a HAL opponent too.

Farken missiles being launched here

I was coming from Hawthorn/Richmond last night so it took me about an hour to get there leaving at 6:15.

Gully is a similar distance but further West instead of North.

It can be a bit of a return trip if you are further East than me.

Have to agree with Decentric. Poor game and lot's of basic errors.

The multiple games makes for good interest for the die hard traditionalists but appears the rest of Australia don't give two hoots.

What ever helps you sleep at night Pauly. I thought you'd like this comp now that the scary Croatian's are out

Have you forgotten your meds this morning Scottyboy?

Chill out and have a souva.

Must say, the souva was much improved at Hume this year.

Still no Bentleigh Greens souva, but improved.

cap him! :d