Interesting to hear there's apparently some launch at Trinity Grammar on Monday.

I'm not exactly sure what it could be. The club does have a College of football, which is run together with John Fawkner College: http://www.melbournecitycollegeoffootball.com/melbourne-city-college-of-football-at-john-fawkner-college/ .

Technically I'm pretty certain it was launched last year (http://www.jfc.vic.edu.au/?gallery_page=slideshow&pp_gallery_id=1381797511). However it does seem to me that there's been a few launches or quasi-launches of this college, which were maybe more to announce new facilities and host information days for prospective students/players.

If I had to guess what the Monday launch is about, I'd guess that it's related to some new pitches and facilities that were fully completed earlier this month (http://www.moreland.vic.gov.au/about-council/news-media/news-and-notices/cb-smith-sport-and-education-facility.html). Also perhaps it could be another information day/recruitment day to get students/players registered for the next semester.


The College of Football is an interesting project, and I'm not sure I'm 100% up to date to on the latest with it, but I do know that there's already been some recruitment from the College of Football to Melbourne City youth teams. Perhaps in the future Melbourne City will more often recruit from its recently established College of Football.

Melbourne City FC set to field W-League team in 2015
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Melbourne City FC can confirm its application for entry into the Westfield W-League has been accepted by Football Federation Australia, with the Club set to field a women’s team for the first time in the 2015/16 season.
Melbourne City FC will become the W-League’s most recent expansion team, with the new team set to be based at the City Football Academy, Melbourne, where it will train on the Club’s Academy Pitches at La Trobe University.
Melbourne City FC has appointed current National Premier Leagues Head Coach Joe Montemurro as the Club’s W-League Head Coach, while the Club’s Game Development Officer and former Matilda Louisa Bisby will assume the role of Team Manager.
With the W-League commencing in September this year, Montemurro will take the reins at the conclusion of the NPL season, but will commence the recruitment process effective immediately to assemble a squad ahead of the W-League season.
Melbourne City FC CEO Scott Munn said that the Club had been in consultation with Football Federation Australia (FFA) over the past 12 months regarding the introduction of a W-League side.
“This is a very exciting moment for Melbourne City FC,” Munn said. “It has always been our ambition to have a women’s team and our acceptance into the W-League for next season is the culmination of a lot of hard work.
“Increasing women’s participation in football is vital for the game’s growth in the future and we are looking forward to our season commencing under Joe’s experienced leadership later this year.”
FFA Chief Executive Officer David Gallop welcomed the news that City will join the Westfield W-League competition from the 2015/16 season.
The continued growth of the Westfield W-League was a strategic pillar of the FFA’s Whole of Football Plan launched last week, which pointed towards a future model where all A-League clubs also had W-League teams.
“Melbourne City FC’s commitment to join the Westfield W-League for the 2015/16 season is a good step forward for the development of Women’s Football, which was identified as a key priority for the future of our game,” Gallop said.
“It is one of the first practical measures in improving elite women’s football in Australia and offers another group of talented female footballers the opportunity to develop their games and strive towards a career as a football player.
“It is also a strong commitment from one of our Hyundai A-League clubs to the Whole of Football Plan’s One Club model with the aim of one day having clubs competing in the A-League and W-League to establish strong links between men’s and women’s football.”

Read more at http://www.melbournecityfc.com.au/article/melbourne-city-fc-set-to-field-w-league-team-in-2015/eshra90uyuhx108com93atgzf#LAgov3pWbhfTES9K.99

Is there a Salary cap ?

From my understanding, yes :)

So no, we can't buy that one either...

$150k - but most teams are well under that.

$150 for a squad of professional footballers is deplorable! I don't care what you say about women's football quality wise but the fact they dedicate themselves to training to become the best and they are rewarded with 1/23rd of $150k.

Not good enough.

$150 for a squad of professional footballers is deplorable! I don't care what you say about women's football quality wise but the fact they dedicate themselves to training to become the best and they are rewarded with 1/23rd of $150k.

Not good enough.

Are you thick ? they're not professional

Would you guys be happy to have Bulut?
He would be good promotion IMO for the club (if he behaves), would generate a lot of publicity especially around derby time and is a passionate playèr (if his heart is in it)
Should you take a ganble?

Oz Football Gossip ⚽ ‏@OzFootbalGossip · 3h3 hours ago
"Manchester City buy out wealthy Melbourne City investors" Now own 100% of Melb City http://www.afr.com/business/sport/manchester-city-buy-out-wealthy-melbourne-city-investors-20150730-gio4k8 …

Manchester City buy out wealthy Melbourne City investors

By John Stensholt @JohnStensholt

English Premier League giant Manchester City has paid $2.25 million to a group of prominent Australian investors to take full ownership of A-League club Melbourne City.

Even though City grew from ~7000 to 11000 from 13/14 to 14/15 I'd be pretty impressed if they reached the 14 000 membership target this season. Hope they do and goodluck to them. Anyone know what their numbers were this time last season? Seem a long way out atm at 5000.

If the clubs get given the go ahead for two international marquees rather than one intl and one Aus I expect Citehs membership to grow more than most clubs. Money and ability to attract a very decent player is there.

^^^Pirlo.

So now with Mooy as marque we have 1 more visa spot to fill, Rumoured to be Sorensen, I am very exited how our team will line up this year.

Tando

Zullo Hughes Kisnorbo Franjic

Paartalu
Koren Mooy

Novillo Fornaroli Gamerio


Bench: Kuza Williams Chapman Melling



The CBs are a worry if anything, Id almost have Chapman ahead of hughes, Thou it depends who you play, A quick ball moving team like victory I think id want chapman in.

I like that we got Novillo - Last year he seemed to be the only one to run at defenders and actually have a crack EG: his goal against WSW. Corey G once fit can also cause problems for defenders. Fornaoli great unknown at a league level but can hope for the best. WIlliams off the bench is where he should be come on with lots of run and earn his spot no more free rides.


However it is now down to JVS to show us all what he has to offer. He has a good squad now a strong squad. So now it is time to put up or shut up - If by the xmas derby things are not going well he could very well be shown the door. YES we made finals last year but without perth cheating we would not of been as far as we got.

I hope to see JVS make players earn their spots now and really not use excuse after excuse.

Bring on round 1 already

So now with Mooy as marque we have 1 more visa spot to fill, Rumoured to be Sorensen, I am very exited how our team will line up this year.

What do you expect BP, a Bloody Manchester City squad?

Anyway, tell me how many gold coast players made the A-League/European Squad. Zero.

Dean Heffernan and Matt Thompson made the squad, while Kristian Sarkies and Jason Hoffman have both played at youth levels for the national team. Kamar Ibrahim is one of the most promising players, he plays for Australia U-17 if you can find the topic, it will show you him on youtube how good he is.