The current system had been in place since 2005 and was becoming increasingly unpopular because of inconsistent rulings and penalties.

Abbas’ knee injury more serious than anticipated.

Centre Loukas Mavrokefalidis’ injury sours well fought win.

The club is still on the lookout for strong players to help the team enter the VADA Club 18 section.

A resurgent Wellington Phoenix got their revenge, thumping Melbourne City 5-1 after their last meeting saw the Phoenix fall 5-0.

Endurance driver Mark Webber gives the thumbs up after being stretchered away from a crash in a World Endurance Championship race in Brazil.

The Saints hope McCartin will be the successor to captain Nick Riewoldt as their main key forward.

Greece also loses a lot of ground, falling outside the top 20 in the FIFA world rankings.

Asteras Tripolis the worst hit in the Europa Leauge after a well-fought draw still sees them out of qualification.

It’s been a tough week for Brisbane Roar. Will the team bounce back to its championship winning ways under new leadership?