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Jets bank on attacking Angus

Jets bank on attacking Angus

Newcastle Jets coach Ernie Merrick has put his faith in makeshift striker Angus Thurgate after forward Abdiel Arroyo was ruled for at least six weeks through injury. 12 Dec 2019
Jets coach hails evergreen Topor-Stanley

Jets coach hails evergreen Topor-Stanley

Newcastle coach Ernie Merrick has hailed Nikolai Topor-Stanley as one the best leaders he's worked with ahead of the stalwart's 300th A-League match. 11 Dec 2019
Watch out, here come the Jets...

Watch out, here come the Jets...

Newcastle coach Ernie Merrick has sounded a warning to rival A-League clubs that the Jets are on the brink of hitting their straps, as they look to maintain their excellent recent record against Western Sydney. 29 Nov 2019
Merrick praises 'outstanding' Moss after Jets' upset win

Merrick praises 'outstanding' Moss after Jets' upset win

Newcastle Head Coach Ernie Merrick has praised goalkeeper Glen Moss, as well as his team’s fighting-spirt, after the Jets were able to hold on and record their first win of the 2019/20 A-League season with a 1-0 win over Western United on Saturday night. 17 Nov 2019
Angus Thurgate taking his chances as Jets record first win

Angus Thurgate taking his chances as Jets record first win

It was difficult going, but Newcastle Jets finally got their first three points of the 2019/20 season on Saturday as they recorded a 1-0 win over Western United at Kardinia Park, and they had teenager Angus Thurgate to thank for their winner. 16 Nov 2019
Merrick still el loco at Spanish-speaking ref

Merrick still el loco at Spanish-speaking ref

Ernie Merrick believes referee Jonathan Barreiro shouldn't speak Spanish to any players during an A-League match as it sets an unwanted precedent. 11 Nov 2019
The very best moments of round five

The very best moments of round five

A look at round five of the A-League, headlined by Western United's win over Western Sydney. 11 Nov 2019
Jets coach confident a win is close

Jets coach confident a win is close

Newcastle coach Ernie Merrick remains confident the A-League season isn't getting away from the Jets despite not winning a game so far. 10 Nov 2019
Jets' coach fumes over ref's 'Spanish' call

Jets' coach fumes over ref's 'Spanish' call

Newcastle coach Ernie Merrick has levelled a stunning spray at an A-League referee after his Jets had been held to a 1-1 draw at home by Perth. 9 Nov 2019
No quick fix for Jets...

No quick fix for Jets...

Newcastle coach Ernie Merrick suggests there's no quick fix to his team's failure to score from open play. 2 Nov 2019
Jets ready for next test: Merrick

Jets ready for next test: Merrick

Newcastle coach Ernie Merrick is welcoming the prospect of hosting a buoyant Adelaide United in their A-League game. 25 Oct 2019
Bigger benches on the way?

Bigger benches on the way?

Newcastle Jets boss Ernie Merrick is relishing the winds of change blowing through football in Australia – and especially the prospect of an extended subs bench. 4 Oct 2019
Newcastle Jets eye Young Socceroo clash

Newcastle Jets eye Young Socceroo clash

Newcastle Jets may face the Young Socceroos in their final warm-up match before the start of the new A-League season. 25 Sep 2019
Jets launch hunt for a new hero

Jets launch hunt for a new hero

Newcastle Jets have launched a hunt for a new hero after visa star signing Wes Hoolahan was ruled out until 2020 with an ankle injury. 24 Sep 2019
Reduce A-League visa numbers: Merrick

Reduce A-League visa numbers: Merrick

Allowing more foreign players into the A-League is "ridiculous" and will threaten the survival of some clubs, veteran coach Ernie Merrick says. 18 Sep 2019
Refs haven't improved in 15 years: Merrick

Refs haven't improved in 15 years: Merrick

A-League veteran coach Ernie Merrick says refereeing standards haven't improved in 15 years. 18 Sep 2019

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