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atomicelbow.bsky.social
Oh no!! I just read that Adelaide Head Coach, Theo Tsiounis said "Unfortunately, Lara has sustained an ankle injury at training, which will rule her out for a few weeks.” 😔😔

Gooch will miss out on playing in her home town tonight.

adelaideunited.com.au/news/tsiouni...

#NEWvADL #ALW #ALeagues
Tsiounis on the injury status of Dylan Holmes and Lara Gooch… “Dylan is making strong progress and has now fully integrated back into squad training. She is in contention for selection in upcoming matches. Unfortunately, Lara has sustained an ankle injury at training, which will rule her out for a few weeks.”
January 21, 2026 at 4:12 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
Gooch was returning from injury early in the season.

She debuted for Adelaide on 13 December 2025 against Melbourne Victory.

"Lara Gooch is in-line for her United debut after being named in her first extended squad since signing with the Reds."

adelaideunited.com.au/news/alm-alw...

#NEWvADL #ALW
Adelaide United Head Coaches, Airton Andrioli and Theo Tsiounis, have named their extended squads for this Saturday’s double header against cross-border rivals, Melbourne Victory at AAMI Park. Theo Tsiounis has made one change to his travelling side for Round Seven. Lara Gooch is in-line for her United debut after being named in her first extended squad since signing with the Reds. Dylan Holmes remains unavailable due to a fracture sustained in Round Three. Ninja A-League Women’s Squad | Round 7 vs Melbourne Victory 2.Emily HODGSON, 3.Matilda MCNAMARA, 4.Holly MURRAY, 6.Melissa TARANTO, 7.Emilia MAKRIS, 8.Emily CONDON, 9.Paige ZOIS, 10.Chelsie DAWBER, 11.Isabel HODGSON, 12.Carina ROSSI, 13.Ella TONKIN, 15.Adriana TARANTO, 17.Zoe TOLLAND, 21.Claudia JENKINS, 22.Erin HEALY, 23.Fiona WORTS, 25.Lara GOOCH, 30.Ilona MELEGH In: 25.Lara GOOCH (Return from injury) Out: 5.Sarah MORGAN (Omitted)
January 20, 2026 at 10:45 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
Gooch was injured on and off toward the end of the 24/25 season and she was not re-signed by Newcastle.

"Gooch nursed shin splints coming into the last A-League season and was also plagued by an ankle injury."

Hoping she's not injured now.

www.newcastleherald.com.au/story/906925...

#NEWvADL #ALW
Gooch joins Adelaide after her last A-League season with the Jets was disrupted by injury. She featured in only 10 games, starting twice and scoring once. But, if the Australian youth representative can stay fit and firing, she has the ability to create havoc in the competition and press claims for potential senior international honours in the future. But Gooch nursed shin splints coming into the last A-League season and was also plagued by an ankle injury. She was one of eight departures announced by the Jets in July. In all, Gooch made 43 appearances, and scored five goals, for her home-town A-League side since debuting as a 16-year-old in 2021-22. The unpredictable and dynamic attacker, who has previously listed her long-term goals as playing for the Matildas and at an Olympics, is aiming to have impact at the Reds.
January 20, 2026 at 10:31 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
Adelaide United travel to Newcastle Jets home at No.2 Sportsground on Wednesday night.

Former Jet, Lara Gooch, is now at Adelaide but it's unlikely she'll be in the squad. Gooch has only played a total of 38' off the bench this #ALW season.

What's going on with Gooch at Adelaide United?

#NEWvADL
Lara Gooch's football stats at Adelaide United for the first half of the 2025/26 season. Only 38' played from off the bench. https://au.soccerway.com/player/gooch-lara/ENW315oj/
January 20, 2026 at 9:55 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
Western Sydney Wanderers coach change

OUT: Alen Stajcic
IN: Gary van Egmond (interim)

Former title-winning Newcastle Jets mentor Gary van Egmond has been appointed Western Sydney Wanderers interim coach following the sacking of Alen Stajcic.

www.news.com.au/breaking-new...

#WSW #ALeagues #ALM
Gary van Egmond (left) and Alen Stajcic (right). Goats or Lions? Or something else altogether?
January 20, 2026 at 9:17 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
The first 2026 Kappa Queensland Cup Draw takes place tonight.

The Men's division also serves as the Football Queensland Preliminary Stages for the Hahn Australia Cup.

Watch live tonight at 6pm AEST (7pm AEDT) for the first draw of the season! ⚽️🤓

youtube.com/@footballque...

#AustraliaCup #AusCup
[Kappa Queensland Cup logo] [Hahn Australia Cup logo] Opening Rounds Draw Watch 6pm Tonight |FQ Facebook & FQTV Kappa Queensland Cup | Youth, Men & Women
January 19, 2026 at 4:54 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
OFC Pro League

It's North v South
Could this be the real NZ Derby?!!

Auckland FC v South Island United
Date: Saturday, 16 January 2026
Kick-off: 5pm AEDT
Location: Eden Park, Auckland, NZ
Broadcast: FIFA+ (stream for free)

www.plus.fifa.com/en/content/a...

#OFCProLeague #NZDerby
Live Event 17 Jan 2026 17:00 Round 1 Auckland FC v South Island United OFC Professional League 2026
January 17, 2026 at 3:53 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
AFC Women's Champions League

Final Knockout Stage Draw results

#AWCL #ALW #ALeagues
AFC WOMEN'S CHAMPIONS LEAGUE KNOCKOUT STAGE QUARTER-FINAL 1 MELBOURNE CITV FC v PFC NASAF QUARTER-FINAL 2 TOKVO VERDY BELEZA v STALLION LAGUNA FC QUARTER-FINAL 3 NAEGOHYANG WFC v HO CHI MINH CITY WFC QUARTER-FINAL 4 WUHAN JIANGDA WFC v SUWON FC WOMEN
January 15, 2026 at 7:24 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
AFC Women's Champions League

Melbourne City has drawn FC Nasaf from Uzbekistan.

City will host this quarter final in March.

#AWCL #ALW #ALeagues
January 15, 2026 at 7:18 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
"Ready for Takeoff is the most comprehensive public analysis of the women’s game in Australia ever undertaken, incorporating player surveys, extensive market research, and industry analysis. It sets out 21 recommendations to deliver a world-class, fully professional A-League Women competition" - PFA
Among the 21 recommendations are: - The establishment of an independent commission for the A-Leagues, as advocated by the Crawford Report, with proper gender representation; - Introducing new minimum standards for ALW clubs; -The relaunch of a fully professional ALW following the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup; - Targeting growing women’s football revenues on and off the pitch; - Implementing revenue sharing among ALW clubs to foster greater collaboration and financial sustainability; - Establishing a more effective club licensing program agreed by Football Australia (FA), Australian Professional Leagues (APL), and the PFA; - Prioritising the return of the Golden Generation of Matildas; and - Developing a national football infrastructure body to engage government.
January 14, 2026 at 11:47 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
I wish we could have stayed at this first version of Trump's Wikipedia page. So much has happened since this first entry on January 9, 2004. All that has taken place would have been considered inconceivable 22 years ago.

en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?...
"This is an old revision of this page, as edited by MarcPrux (talk | contribs) at 03:00, 9 January 2004. The present address (URL) is a permanent link to this revision, which may differ significantly from the current revision. (diff) ← Previous revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)"
January 14, 2026 at 2:55 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
@texismith.com, you titled this image appropriately.

"Death Knell"

i0.wp.com/texismith.co...

Was last night the end of Ante Juric's time at Sydney FC? It looks like that with this post match huddle.

Sydney FC remain 11th on the ladder and have now gone six games without a win.

#SYDvNEW #ALW
January 14, 2026 at 2:33 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
Presidents of FIFA and UEFA,

We call on you to urgently intervene to stop the demolition of Aida refugee camp’s football pitch near Bethlehem and protect Palestinian children’s right to play. Football is for everyone.

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Please consider signing this petition.

secure.avaaz.org/campaign/en/...
"We're writing from the Aida refugee camp, near Bethlehem. Our football pitch means the world to us. It's where we train, laugh, and feel like kids. This pitch is where we can forget, even for a moment, about the separation wall, watchtowers, the military base, and checkpoints. Hundreds of children and young people come here to train with Aida Youth Center's Aida Football Academy. It's a rare place of safety amid weekly Israeli military incursions, often involving tear gas, rubber bullets, and live ammunition. But now, Israeli authorities want to take it from us, and bulldozers could arrive at any moment to destroy it. We have less than a week - and you can help: If millions of people around the world speak up, football fans, players, and athletes will follow. People like Infantino (FIFA) and Čeferin (UEFA) won't be able to look away anymore. When the football world pays attention, FIFA, UEFA and governments listen. Sign now and share our call to Gianni Infantino & Aleksander Čeferin." The children of Aida camp near Bethlehem, with Aida Youth Center and Avaaz
January 13, 2026 at 11:13 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
"The Nike Australia 2026 home football shirt will be available for purchase starting in March 2026".

As in... just in time for the Women's Asian Cup?!!

The current kit isn't even a year old yet!

www.footyheadlines.com/2026/01/aust...
www.footyheadlines.com/2026/01/aust...

#Matildas #Socceroos
Football Australia 2026 home kit design as leaked at: https://www.footyheadlines.com/2026/01/australia-2026-home-kit.html Design: The Australia 2026 home kit maintains a classic design, avoiding bold experimentation and sticking to the nation's traditional identity. Color Scheme: The jersey features a golden yellow base, complemented by dark green accents on the collar, side panels, and inner detailing, reinforcing Australia's iconic gold-and-green combination. Availability: The Nike Australia 2026 home football shirt will be available for purchase starting in March 2026. Football Australia 2026 away kit design as leaked at: https://www.footyheadlines.com/2026/01/australia-2026-away-kit.html Kit Design: The Australia 2026 World Cup away kit features an unconventional two-tone gradient design, transitioning from coral-pink at the top to teal green at the bottom. Design Details: The jersey includes a rounded crew-neck collar with teal detailing, a white Nike Swoosh on the right chest, and a white Australia crest. Release Date: The Nike Australia 2026 away shirt will be available for purchase starting in March 2026.
January 11, 2026 at 12:10 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
Since both Ho Chi Minh City and Stallion Laguna were both in Melbourne City's group, they can't be drawn with City.

This leaves Melbourne City only being able to be drawn with Nasaf or Suwon.

Will it be the Uzbek or South Korean club visiting Melbourne in March?

#AWCL #ALW #ALeagues
Logos of both Nasaf and Suwon
January 10, 2026 at 10:14 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
It's sort of similar to the Joker Lap in the FIA World Rallycross Championship which adds about 2 seconds to a lap time. It's not used as a penalty though as all drivers must take it once in a race.
Joker lap The joker lap is a traditional feature on rallycross circuits. Each course is equipped with two routes: the main route, and the joker lap route, which each driver must only take once per race. The GRC joker lap route typically shortens the length of the track significantly (while in the FIA World Rallycross Championship the JL detour is longer than the main route, to slow the cars down for a minimum of two seconds), forcing a driver to make strategic decisions about when to take it. On one hand, taking it on the first lap allows a driver to get it over with; on the other, waiting until the end of the race can allow a driver to gain positions before the finish. Depending on venue, the joker lap route may have additional obstacles which significantly slow the cars thus making the main route faster.
January 10, 2026 at 9:37 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
AFC Women's Champions League
Knockout Stage Draw

Date: Thursday, 15 January 2026
Time: 6pm AEDT
Location: AFC House, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Livestream: AFC Hub on YouTube www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ymbm...

Who will Melbourne City draw?

#AWCL #ALW #ALeagues
Pot 1: Melbourne City FC (AUS), Wuhan Jiangda Women’s FC (CHN), Tokyo Verdy Beleza (JPN), Naegohyang Women’s FC (PRK) Pot 2: Ho Chi Minh City Women’s FC (VIE), PFC Nasaf (UZB), Suwon FC Women (KOR), Stallion Laguna FC (PHI)
January 10, 2026 at 6:25 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
The starting 11 for tonight's U23 Asian Cup opening match for Australia.

Australia conceded early from a corner and the subsequent deflected shot was on target.

Thailand then went down to 10 players after a red card confirmed after a VAR check.

#AUSvTHA 0-1 after 25'

#Olyroos #U23AC
U23 MEN'S STARTING 11 2026 AFC U23 ASIAN CUP AL-SHABAB CLUB STADIUM 10:30PM AEDT 1. HALL (GK) 2. SIMMONS 3.RAWLINS 5.BOVALINA 8, VALADON 10. HAMMOND 11. DUKULY 14. ALAGICH (C) 15.PAULL 16. JOVANOVIC 23. MACALLISTER SUBS: 4. VIDMAR, 6. MAJEKODUNMI, 7. DREW, 9. BLAIR, 12. ALLEN (GK), 13. PIOL, 17. PEARMAN, 18. PERAIC-CULLEN (Gk), 19. YOUNIS, 20. AGOSTI, 21. OVERY, 22. HUMBERT
January 8, 2026 at 11:56 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
I'm curious what your thoughts might be of the #OnlyFans sponsorship.

I'm support it and appreciate them providing the funds to compete in Europe for Relph's third season in World WCR.

Relph says she's challenging stereotypes and will be posting PG-rated content related to racing.

#WorldWCR
Screenshot from Instagram https://www.instagram.com/p/DTM33FHiNjK taylarelph_ @onlyfans x @taylarelph_ 🤘 l'm proud to officially announce that I'm an OnlyFans supported athlete!! OnlyFans will be joining me as major partners for my 2026 season 💙 A birthday announcement like no other - 29 has never felt so good!🥂 This makes me the first Australian motorcycle professional athlete to be supported by OnlyFans, which I know will come with a lot of questions. I've spent my career breaking stereotypes and changing perceptions of what it means to be a woman in this sport, and this partnership is no different. So - let's start the conversation! OnlyFans gives me the freedom to connect with fans in a more authentic way, and get your mind out of the gutters, it is strictly PG- rated content. Exactly like all other motorsport athletes like Joe Roberts, Josh Herrin, Davey Todd, and the whole Moto2 OnlyFans American Racing Team who are partnered with OnlyFans just to name a few - and I now get to join this prestigious list of athletes! My page is free to subscribe here (https://onlyfans.com/taylarelph), bringing you daily posts, monthly livestreams, and VIP behind-the-scenes access to life as a professional motorcycle racer - basically sharing all the technical and data driven works that Ted doesn't want me to show on Instagram and YouTube 🤣 This is a massive step in my racing career, and I can't wait to bring you along for what's shaping up to be the biggest year of my racing to date! I cannot thank @onlyfans enough for this incredible opportunity - I will be making the most of it ✊️✊️ *All content is strictly PG-rated*
January 8, 2026 at 3:14 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
I support women's sport and motorsport.

Tayla Relph is an Australian motorbike racer. She's competed in the World Women's Circuit Racing Championship for the last 2 years funded by small sponsors.

She's announced that for 2026 she will be sponsored by #OnlyFans

onlyfans.com/taylarelph

#WorldWCR
Photo of a smiling Tayla Relph seated with her white, blue and pink OnlyFans sponsored helmet on her lap. She is wearing a black t-shirt with an OnlyFans logo and black shorts.
January 8, 2026 at 3:14 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
Also, I'd love to see the A-League YouTube stats on Samba related content.

I haven't seen so much viewer engagement, with lots of likes and comments on the Dub Zone videos in a while.

Samba is doing numbers for the Dub. Look at all their recent video thumbnails...

#DubZone #ALeagues #ALW #Samba
All of the most recent Dub Zone YouTube videos from the Dub Zone playlist. The common factor on the thumbnails through most of them is either Samba, her club Wellington Phoenix or her coach, Bev Priestman.
January 7, 2026 at 12:12 PM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
Canberra United captain, Michelle Heyman, spoke to @herwaysportsmedia.bsky.social for this exclusive.

I've seen referees identify jewellery but overlook nails. Looking at some of the nails these days, Freddy Krueger could get a start!

www.instagram.com/p/DTKCoytk_x6

#ALW #ALeague
MATILDAS VETERAN EXPRESSES CONCERN ABOUT A-LEAGUE PLAYER SAFETY Canberra United skipper Michelle Heyman spoke to HER WAY Sports Media about the length of players fingernails, and dangers in causing cuts and scratches. "I really think they should change the rules, and nails should be cut, because yeah, it's getting a bit dangerous." "It used to be in the rules - they used to check your nails beforehand." - Canberra United Captain Michelle Heyman speaking to HER WAY Sports Media.
January 6, 2026 at 6:05 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
Thanks to @johniadarola.bsky.social and @bretterlich.bsky.social on today's @thedamagereport.bsky.social, tonight I'll be watching the 1990 classic, "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles". It's available to stream on Paramount+ in Australia.

#ilostasai #90s #tmnt #filmsky #TCM
"I LOST A SAI" .... Raphael from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) wearing the red mask. Available to watch in Australia on Paramount+.
January 3, 2026 at 1:15 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
I'm glad VAR was plugged in and working during a Jets game for a change. 😏

What a crazy game!

#AKLvNEW #ALeague
Rose is behind Natta when Natta plays pass though. Rose then places the ball into an empty net with Auckland's GK, Woud, down the opposite end.
January 1, 2026 at 9:33 AM
atomicelbow.bsky.social
Macarthur FC have been drawn against Bangkok United in the AFC Champions League Two Round of 16.

1st leg will be in Bangkok on 11/12 Feb.
2nd leg is in Campbelltown on 18/19 Feb.

#ACLTwo #ACL2 #ALeague
December 30, 2025 at 7:25 AM