Melbourne Victory | Front Page Football

Frozen out? A deep dive into the Bruno Fornaroli situation

Christian Marchetti

Nov 3010 min read

Frozen out? A deep dive into the Bruno Fornaroli situation

We delve deeper into the Bruno Fornaroli situation to understand why he has seemingly been frozen out and what his future could hold.

The A-League Men's best defender? Why Jason Geria will be crucial for the Socceroos again

Caydn Foley

Nov 114 min read

The A-League Men's best defender? Why Jason Geria will be crucial for the Socceroos again

Jason Geria is now one of the A-League Men's best defenders, and he will be crucial again for the Socceroos this window, Caydn Foley writes.

Rejuvenated Reno: How Melbourne Victory unlocked Piscopo in Macarthur win

Caydn Foley

Nov 54 min read

Rejuvenated Reno: How Melbourne Victory unlocked Piscopo in Macarthur win

We look at how Melbourne Victory's use of Reno Piscopo as a number 10 instead of a traditional winger helped them beat Macarthur.

Fornaroli or Vergos? Kisnorbo's tough call on Melbourne Victory's strikers

Caydn Foley

Oct 204 min read

Fornaroli or Vergos? Kisnorbo's tough call on Melbourne Victory's strikers

Patrick Kisnorbo will have much on his mind, including his strikers, following Melbourne Victory's draw in their A-League Men season opener.

2024/25 A-League Men preview: A closer look at the Victorian trio

Jake Holub

Oct 1711 min read

2024/25 A-League Men preview: A closer look at the Victorian trio

For this 2024/25 A-League Men preview, we look closely at the three Victorian clubs: Melbourne City, Melbourne Victory, and Western United.

Australia Cup: Macarthur's M.O. works again in historic triumph

Jake Holub

Oct 15 min read

Australia Cup: Macarthur's M.O. works again in historic triumph

We give our take on Macarthur's Australia Cup Final victory, as the Bulls successfully used a defensive, counter-attacking approach again.

Australia Cup: Early impressions as Kisnorbo's new-look Victory reach Final

Jake Holub

Sep 246 min read

Australia Cup: Early impressions as Kisnorbo's new-look Victory reach Final

FPF analyses an Australia Cup Semi-Final which saw Melbourne Victory win - albeit far from convincingly - against Adelaide United.

Australia Cup: Perkovic and NWS Spirit taking lessons from heavy Victory defeat

Jose Campo

Aug 304 min read

Australia Cup: Perkovic and NWS Spirit taking lessons from heavy Victory defeat

NWS Spirit head coach David Perkovic reflected on their season with FPF after the club's Australia Cup exit to Melbourne Victory.

Australia Cup: 10 U21 players to watch in the Round of 16

Jake Holub

Aug 2412 min read

Australia Cup: 10 U21 players to watch in the Round of 16

We have assembled a list of 10 U21 players to watch during this year's Australia Cup Round of 16.

The seven 2024/25 Wellington Phoenix matches you can't afford to miss

Rob Binns

Aug 186 min read

The seven 2024/25 Wellington Phoenix matches you can't afford to miss

FPF looks at seven mouth-watering fixtures for Wellington Phoenix fans in the 2024/25 season, and why you should be looking forward to them.

The first leg of Wellington's Semi-Final was the perfect encapsulation of their season

Rob Binns

May 175 min read

The first leg of Wellington's Semi-Final was the perfect encapsulation of their season

The Wellington Phoenix's Semi-Final first leg draw with Melbourne Victory wasn't just another game – it reflected their entire season.

How can Melbourne Victory effectively overcome Bruno Fornaroli's absence?

Jake Holub

Jan 306 min read

How can Melbourne Victory effectively overcome Bruno Fornaroli's absence?

FPF looks at how Melbourne Victory can address a Bruno Fornaroli-shaped hole in attack as the team struggles to break down low blocks.

The good, bad, and funny of the inaugural A-Leagues Unite Round

Antonis Pagonis

Jan 186 min read

The good, bad, and funny of the inaugural A-Leagues Unite Round

FPF looks back at the inaugural Unite Round weekend and what needs to be embraced and changed as the fate of the concept is decided in 2025.

Injuries hurt, but there are alternatives for Melbourne City

Caydn Foley

Dec 26, 20234 min read

Injuries hurt, but there are alternatives for Melbourne City

Amid a minor injury crisis, Melbourne City are yet to rediscover their premiership form. Aurelio Vidmar may need to reassess team selection.

Why the A-League Men's salary-capped nature could condemn Sydney FC to more mediocrity

Caydn Foley

Dec 19, 20235 min read

Why the A-League Men's salary-capped nature could condemn Sydney FC to more mediocrity

After another night to forget in the Big Blue, Sydney FC's current situation raises an interesting question for A-League Men teams.

A-League Men: The U21 players to watch this season

Jake Holub

Nov 10, 202310 min read

A-League Men: The U21 players to watch this season

Going through each club, FPF has compiled a list of players in the U21 age demographic you should watch over the new A-League Men season.

How did Adelaide United's young charges fare against original rivals Melbourne Victory?

Antonis Pagonis

Nov 6, 20235 min read

How did Adelaide United's young charges fare against original rivals Melbourne Victory?

FPF examines how Carl Veart’s trust in his young players produced mixed results for Adelaide United against Melbourne Victory at AAMI Park.

Caydn Foley

Nov 6, 20234 min read

Nestory Irankunda's youthful exuberance

Alex King will be the A-League Men's hot topic this week after handing Nestory Irankunda two debatable yellow cards in the Original Rivalry.

Superb movement, overcoming fatigue, and a Socceroos claim: Fornaroli's incredible four-goal haul

Caydn Foley

Oct 31, 20234 min read

Superb movement, overcoming fatigue, and a Socceroos claim: Fornaroli's incredible four-goal haul

Bruno Fornaroli's four goals on Sunday saw him make lethal runs, overcome fatigue, and stake a claim for a Socceroos recall.

Sydney reign supreme? FPF predicts the 2023/24 A-League Men season

Cody Ojeda

Oct 20, 20237 min read

Sydney reign supreme? FPF predicts the 2023/24 A-League Men season

FPF contributors predict the top six, Grand Final and Golden Boot winner, and Johnny Warren Medallist for the new A-League Men season.