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  Adelaide United FC Football News > ePitch
Adelaide United has signed Brazilian defender Cassio in a move calculated to strengthen its defence, the Australian A-League side said on Wednesday.
ADELAIDE United officials are set to meet Football Federation executives today about Hindmarsh Stadium's small capacity and outdated facilities.
ADELAIDE United coach Aurelio Vidmar wouldn't confirm or deny that the club is close to securing Miami FC defenders JP Rodriguez and Cristiano, plus Preston Lions wing-back Issy Erdogan.
www.epitch.co.uk /a-league/adelaide-united-fc   (332 words)

  
  Encyclopedia :: encyclopedia : Adelaide   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Adelaide was established as the centre of a planned colony of free immigrants, promising civil liberties and freedom from religious persecution and as such does not share the convict history of other Australian cities, like Sydney and Hobart.
Adelaide is connected to Port Wakefield Road and the Sturt Highway in the north, and the South Eastern Freeway in the South East.
Adelaide is the midpoint of the Indian Pacific railway between Perth and Sydney, as well as the terminus of The Overland to Melbourne and The Ghan via Alice Springs to Darwin.
www.hallencyclopedia.com /Adelaide   (3256 words)

  
 Adelaide United FC - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Adelaide United were founded in 2003, to fill the place vacated by Adelaide City Force in the former National Soccer League (NSL).
Adelaide United's sudden rise from nothing serves as a reminder that there is an untapped underlying support for the game across Australia.
Adelaide United were announced as one of eight teams to compete in the first season of the Hyundai A-League, and are, along with the Perth Glory, one of only two teams to survive from the National Soccer League's last season.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Adelaide_United   (1037 words)

  
 Adelaide united in serious approach - A-League - Fox Sports
United coach John Kosmina ran his players rugged at Santos Stadium to ensure the team would be suitably fired up for the trip to melbourne.
United captain Ross Aloisi said he was now in his preferred angry frame of mind to meet Melbourne, which has failed to scored against Adelaide in the seven games between the clubs.
Adelaide has noted the greater regard in which it is held this season, and it has also digested the greater expectations of all sides after a first season that was experimental as well as successful.
www.foxsports.com.au /story/0,8659,20239481-5000940,00.html   (504 words)

  
 South Australia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The majority of its people reside in the state capital, Adelaide, with most of the remainder settled in fertile areas along the south-eastern coast and River Murray.
All are based in Adelaide, although the University of South Australia also has campuses in Whyalla and Mount Gambier.
South Australia's soccer team in the new A-League is Adelaide United.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/South_Australia   (1733 words)

  
 A-League 2005-06 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Adelaide United FC were the named premiers after finishing the season seven points clear at the top of the league.
Of the A-League participants, four come from the National Soccer League (1977-2004): Perth Glory (established 1995), NZ Football Kingz (1999), Newcastle United (2000) and Adelaide United (2003).
Adelaide United, as the holder of the top position on the league ladder, were named the 2005-06 premiers.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/A-League_2005-06   (882 words)

  
 Adelaide United drowns the Roar - Football - Sport - smh.com.au
Adelaide United skipped five points clear in second place on the A-League table last night with a 1-0 away win over the Queensland Roar.
The Roar, who have never beaten Adelaide, had their chances to equalise but, like a litany of missed opportunities in the first half, squandered promising build-ups.
Adelaide's skinny first-half pickings came from long-range free kicks but the Roar defence was up to the challenge.
www.smh.com.au /news/football/adelaide-united-drowns-the-roar/2006/11/12/1162661954320.html   (519 words)

  
 Adelaide United > News
United coach John Kosmina has brought in Fernando Rech and under 20 Nathan Burns on to the bench, while Shengqing Qu will be in the starting eleven sending Angelo Costanzo to the subs bench.
United has been restricted in its attacking options up to this stage, but Kosmina is hoping to go over to Melbourne in an attacking frame of mind.
Six of Adelaide United’s last seven games have been on the road but Kosmina is not using the travel factor as a hindrance to his team’s chances.
adelaideunited.com.au /default.aspx?s=newsdisplay&id=1477&pageid=147   (336 words)

  
 Adelaide - university, zoo, australia, map, airport
Adelaide E Mathers Memorial services for Adelaide E Mathers, 98, of Willoughby, a homemaker, will be 4 p m Tuesday at Willoughby United Methodist Church, 15 Public Square, Willoughby 44094 A reception will follow at the church
Adelaide not on Aka's wish list Former Brownlow medallist Jason Akermanis says it is unlikely he will play with an Adelaide-based club in the 2007 AFL season Akermanis was controversially dumped by Brisbane last month despite having a year remaining on his contract and several clubs have expressed interest in his services
Adelaide United gets serious for opener The time for celebrating is over, it's back to business for Adelaide United The newly-crowned A-League pre-season Cup champion underwent a gruelling training session ahead of the season opener against Melbourne Victory at Olympic Park
www.marketwatchnow.com /adelaide   (766 words)

  
 ESPNsoccernet: Adelaide United Team Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Adelaide United coach John Kosmina says new signings Bobby Petta and Nathan Burns can help take the Reds further in the A League.
Adelaide United has lured midfielder Greg Owens from Sydney United for the looming A-League soccer season.
Adelaide United coach John Kosmina has blamed poor finishing for the minor premier's exit at the hands of the Mariners in the A-League preliminary final.
soccernet.espn.go.com /team?id=5321&cc=5739   (151 words)

  
 ABC Sport - Soccer - Dream start for Adelaide United
United set up the win with a brilliant first half in front of an estimated 15,500 fans.
United produced six clear scoring chances before Carl Veart found the back of the net in the 38th minute to become the club's first ever goal scorer.
Adelaide United was created almost five weeks ago to fill the void caused by Adelaide City's shock withdrawal from the NSL.
www.abc.net.au /sport/content/s969748.htm   (366 words)

  
 Sports Australia - Football Match Report: Sydney FC win spiteful match against Adelaide United [Oct 9, 2005]
Adelaide United opened the scoring in the 51st minute when consistent defender Michael Valkanis leapt high above Alvin Ceccoli to meet Shengqing Qu’s corner with a header past stranded Sydney FC custodian Clint Bolton.
The equaliser was born from a wonderful bit of opportunism by Sydney FC flanker David Carney who pounced on the ball in front of goal after Adelaide United goalkeeper Daniel Beltrame failed to control a rocketed shot from outside the box by Terry McFlynn.
Adelaide United suffered a crushing blow early in the game when forced to replace injured skipper Ross Aloisi in the 12th minute.
sportsaustralia.com /articles/oct05/artid3896.html   (774 words)

  
 The World Game
Adelaide United's Brazilian import Cassio has arrived in the South Australian capital in preparation for pre-season training.
Adelaide United’s new marquee signing Paul Agostino has arrived in Adelaide to begin his time with the Reds.
Veteran Newcastle United Jets capatain Paul Okon has retired, calling an end to a sparkling career at the age of 35.
www.theworldgame.com.au /a-league/index.php?pid=tm§ion=news&tid=118   (202 words)

  
 Adelaide United beats Knights 1-0
Adelaide United has all-but confirmed its place in the A-League pre-season cup semi-finals after a 1-0 win over the New Zealand Knights at Hindmarsh Stadium.
The win elevated Adelaide to top of group A. It has eight points after two wins and two draws, one point ahead of Central Coast, which plays Queensland on Sunday.
While pleased with the win, United coach John Kosmina was also disappointed the Reds failed to hammer home their advantage on the scoreboard.
news.ninemsn.com.au /article.aspx?id=61997   (503 words)

  
 South_Australia
South Australia is known as both the Festival State and the Wine State and its capital is Adelaide.
Education is compulsory for all children until the age of 16, however, the majority of students stay on to complete their South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).
It is the responsibility of the South Australian government, but Adelaide's public and private education-systems are funded jointly by it and the Commonwealth Government.
www.brainyencyclopedia.com /encyclopedia/s/so/south_australia.html   (1378 words)

  
 Back of the Net - News & Reviews - 2005-2006 A-League
Adelaide United when into the game as the favourites but their recent form has been patchy.
Adelaide took the more direct route to goal while Central Coast looked to use their pace up front to get behind the Adelaide defence.
In the 87th minute an Adelaide long throw into the box was flicked on and landed at the feet of Travis Dodd inside the box.
spirit.webcity.com.au /AFN/2005-2006/F3/F3-AUvsCC.htm   (2021 words)

  
 Aussie Soccer Freak! MANUTD FC ---- Championship Manager Blogs
Adelaide United and the Pickard Group have withdrawn their bid to be a part of the new Australian Premier League!!!
But i cant see a new national soccer league go ahead without a representative from south australia especially seeing as adelaide united had the highest average attentance in the NSL by far last season, their debut season.
I missed adelaide city force when they folded but Adelaide United was a new lease of life for football in South Australia and it will be a shame if adelaide united does not eventually take part in the Australian premier League next year...
www.championshipmanager.co.uk /blogs/n/nicko77_mufc   (1782 words)

  
 Adelaide United gets serious for opener
Coach John Kosmina ran his team rugged at Santos Stadium to ensure the team would be suitably fired up for the trip and was over its celebrations to mark their pre-season cup success.
United captain Ross Aloisi said he was now in his preferred angry frame of mind to meet Melbourne, which has famously not scored against Adelaide in all seven games between the clubs.
Adelaide has noted the greater regard it is held in this season, and also digested the greater expectations of all sides after a first season that was experimental as well as successful.
news.ninemsn.com.au /article.aspx?id=64340   (629 words)

  
 A-League News: The Latest News and Results: Adelaide United signs two - SBS   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The World Game: "Adelaide United has announced the signings of Dez Giraldi and Jason Spagnuolo as it continues its preparations for the upcoming A-League season.
Giraldi, who had a spell with the Central Coast Mariners earlier this year, 'has agreed to terms with Adelaide, but is currently on the books of Serie A club Empoli' the club said in a statement.
The team has got a great vibe about it and one of the main reasons I did come to Adelaide United is because of the setup and the coaching staff,' 20-year-old Giraldi said.
www.neurotribe.net /aleague/2006/05/adelaide-united-signs-two-sbs.html   (168 words)

  
 Sports Australia - Football News Article: Adelaide United defeat Young Socceroos [Apr 30, 2005]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The first goal was scored in the 32nd minute when a free kick awarded to Adelaide United found its way to Veart who headed home from close range.
However it was the Young Socceroos who came closest to scoring in the second half when captain Vince Lia latched on to a loose ball from 20 metres out, but his curling effort cannoned back off the left post.
Adelaide United will have their next competitive outing on the opening day of the Australian Club World Championship qualifying tournament when Melbourne Victory are the opponents at Hindmarsh Stadium next Saturday (7 May).
sportsaustralia.com /articles/apr05/artid3027.html   (565 words)

  
 Adelaide United lures Agostino home - Breaking News - Sport - Breaking News
Beleaguered A-League grand finalists Adelaide United finally got some good news on Saturday, luring former Socceroo Paul Agostino home from Europe on a two-year deal.
"I'm very proud to be able to say that I have signed for Adelaide United," Agostino said in a statement.
Agostino's signing comes after a week of turmoil for United, who lost last weekend's decider 6-0 to Melbourne and controversial coach John Kosmina on Thursday.
www.smh.com.au /news/Sport/Adelaide-United-lures-Agostino-home/2007/02/24/1171734064248.html   (293 words)

  
 Adelaide United Down Melbourne Victory - SoccerPulse Community
It was a wet night in Adelaide tho and all the hype is re: showdown final (crows and power tomoz night) so I'd expect the next game vs CCMariners to attract more like 13,000 plus.
Liverpool FC and Adelaide United FC Tough performance but we needed it after Richie got sent off.
Adelaide in the end defender adequately and finished ahead.
www.soccerpulse.com /forum/index.php?showtopic=57676   (354 words)

  
 Adelaide United FC
Ivory Coast Import Jonas Salley commenced pre-season training with Adelaide United Football Club this morning at Santos Stadium, with the majority of the United squad back in training for Version 3 of the Hyundai A-League.
Adelaide United FC signing Jonas Salley has arrived in Adelaide ahead of the squad’s pre...more
Adelaide United FC have wound down on another successful, fun-filled school holiday clinic.
www.adelaideunited.com.au   (138 words)

  
 Queensland Football - Adelaide United Get Second Chance   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Sydney’s triumph, their third consecutive 2-1 win over Adelaide at Aussie Stadium, assured the sky blues of a place in Australian football’s showpiece, with the remaining place to go to either the Mariners or Adelaide United.
Adelaide United’s sole Hyundai A-League sojourn to Central Coast Stadium was a happy one for the Reds, who claimed a come from behind 2-1 win courtesy of late goals to Travis Dodd and Fernando Rech.
Following today’s result, Adelaide are now winless from their past five outings, whereas the Mariners are currently enjoying a Hyundai A-League record eleven matches without loss.
qldfootball.com /content/view/172/1   (391 words)

  
 News and Events in and around Rydges South Park Adelaide - Rydges Hotels And Resorts   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The Adelaide Cabaret Festival is held every year in June starting on the Queen’s Birthday long weekend and continuing for 16 nights of music, satire, comedy, performance...
The Australian Calisthenic Federation presents the 19th National Calisthenic Championships to be held at the Festival Theatre.
Adelaide will host its first battle between netball’s fiercest rivals, Australia and New Zealand, in 11 years when the sides travel to South Australia this July...
www.rydges.com /14/event/RSADEL/Rydges-South-Park-Adelaide/2364/Adelaide-United-soccer-team-home-games-Accommodation-available.htm   (276 words)

  
 Adelaide United links with Miami FC - Breaking News - Sport - Breaking News
A pair of young Brazilian talents will trial with Adelaide United as part of a newly-announced partnership with American club Miami FC.
The two clubs were first brought together by United's pursuit of World Cup winner and now Miami FC striker Romario, and the relationship has blossomed into an ongoing arrangement to share players and commercial operations.
United chief executive Michael Petrillo said the signature of Romario had been a more than handy window into the world of South American football.
www.theage.com.au /news/Sport/Adelaide-United-links-with-Miami-FC/2006/11/15/1163266608918.html   (303 words)

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