michael valkanis

The former Socceroo, A-League star revamping Greek football

The former Socceroo, A-League star revamping Greek football

Former Socceroo Michael Valkanis says Greece is headed in a good direction as the country approaches its final two Nations League fixtures. 28 Oct 2020
'This is a wonderful feeling for me...' - Reds name their new boss

'This is a wonderful feeling for me...' - Reds name their new boss

Adelaide United have appointed Carl Veart as their full-time A-League head coach after he impressed as interim boss in the final five games of last season. 18 Sep 2020
Valkanis: 'This could help our game'

Valkanis: 'This could help our game'

Ex-Melbourne City boss Michael Valkanis is excited to represent Australia as he undertakes a new journey as assistant coach with Eredivisie side PEC Zwolle. 13 May 2018
Valkanis earns European gig: "It started as a dream. It is now a reality"

Valkanis earns European gig: "It started as a dream. It is now a reality"

Former Melbourne City boss Michael Valkanis has been appointed assistant-coach of Eredivisie side PEC Zwolle. 9 May 2018
EXCLUSIVE: Why Valkanis left Melbourne City

EXCLUSIVE: Why Valkanis left Melbourne City

Former Melbourne City head and assistant coach Michael Valkanis has spoken out for the first time since leaving the club and has backed his football philosophy in embarking on a new journey. 28 Dec 2017
Joyce hints at new assistant...

Joyce hints at new assistant...

Melbourne City coach Warren Joyce hints Patrick Kisnorbo will have his work cut out juggling his W-League coaching role as assistant to the A-League team. 1 Dec 2017
Valkanis unconcerned by own future

Valkanis unconcerned by own future

Melbourne City coach Michael Valkanis has confirmed Thomas Sorensen and Nicolas Colazo will not be at the club next season. 24 Apr 2017
'Selfish' players will be City's downfall - Keogh

'Selfish' players will be City's downfall - Keogh

Perth Glory coach Kenny Lowe and striker Andy Keogh are confident Glory can expose Melbourne City’s frail defence in Sunday night’s Elimination Final. 22 Apr 2017
Valkanis: No Good news for City

Valkanis: No Good news for City

Melbourne City coach Michael Valkanis has ruled out any talks between the club and forgotten Socceroo Curtis Good. 15 Apr 2017
Risk-taker Bouzanis had a 'good game' - Valkanis

Risk-taker Bouzanis had a 'good game' - Valkanis

Melbourne City coach Michael Valkanis has backed goalkeeper Dean Bouzanis and his risky passes into midfield. 8 Apr 2017
Former England boss now at Melbourne City

Former England boss now at Melbourne City

Former England, Inter Milan and Liverpool coach Roy Hodgson has undertaken a mentoring role for City Football Group which involves consulting coaches and players at Melbourne City for the remainder of the season. 6 Apr 2017
City's speedsters delivered - Valkanis

City's speedsters delivered - Valkanis

Melbourne City coach Michael Valkanis was delighted his plan of injecting Bruce Kamau and Nick Fitzgerald in the second half of the 4-0 thumping over Newcastle Jets “worked to a tee”. 19 Mar 2017
Valkanis: Jakobsen A-League's best centre-back

Valkanis: Jakobsen A-League's best centre-back

Melbourne City are taking a cautious approach coming into the finals, ruling out Michael Jakobsen once again with a calf injury. 4 Mar 2017
Valkanis frustrated by dodgy calls

Valkanis frustrated by dodgy calls

Melbourne City coach Michael Valkanis is frustrated with the A-League officiating and has called for more “responsibility” on decisions rather than focusing on the club’s culture and discipline. 12 Feb 2017
Valkanis proud of City kids

Valkanis proud of City kids

Michael Valkanis has defended Melbourne City’s culture and praised the club’s youngsters after his understrength side came from behind to draw with Brisbane Roar on Saturday night. 11 Feb 2017
Valkanis all for expansion

Valkanis all for expansion

Melbourne City coach Michael Valkanis is looking forward to his first Melbourne Derby as City coach as the club aims to thwart Victory’s second position on the table. 3 Feb 2017