Author: George Kouroumalis

South Melbourne FC is excited to announce the signing of Spanish Forward, David Barca Moreno.

Moreno will arrive in Australia following a successful stint playing with Getafe B in Spain, where he was able to play in many different roles in the front third, including both as a striker and as an attacking midfielder.

The 24-year-old Spaniard will provide another quick attacking option for Chris Taylor, providing the club with someone who can link up with Milos Lujic up front.

Speaking to smfc.com.au, SMFC Senior Coach Chris Taylor was pleased with the signing. “We’re excited to add another attacking option to our roster and someone who we think can assist the club throughout a very tough second half of the season. With the club still involved in three competitions, its important we added depth to our front third and provide support to those currently in the squad”.

We’d like to welcome David to the club and look forward to seeing him in our colours shortly.

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South Melbourne FC, in conjunction with the Victorian Government, Football Federation Victoria and Alamein FC are pleased to launch a historic double header at AAMI Park this Sunday June 11th.

As part of the day, Alamein will host the SMFC Senior Women from 4pm, with South Melbourne to then host Heidelberg United in the men’s fixture from 6.30pm.

The women’s match will also create history, being the first WNPL Match to be played at AAMI Park, with South Melbourne’s Women’s Ambassador and current Matilda’s Captain Lisa De Vanna leading the team, along side Captain Alex Cheal.

Lisa De Vanna was excited of the prospect of playing at AAMI Park. “It’s been a long time coming, but it’s great to finally see aWNPL game get equal billing at Victoria’s premier football arena AAMI Park. South is a club with very strong ambitions moving forward and I am personally excited to see the Club continuing to provide such wonderful opportunities for its female footballers”

The South Melbourne Senior Men will then host current league leaders and arch rivals Heidelberg United in the second match commencing at 6.30pm. Both clubs share a rich history spanning over 55 years, with the traditional derby between both sides being one of the more iconic matches in Victorian football.

Speaking to smfc.com.au, Senior Vice Captain Michael Eagar echoed De Vanna’s thought’s. “It’s been an exciting few weeks for the club and to also have the opportunity, along with our girls, as one club to play at this wonderful stadium. We urge all of our fans to support us in a must win derby match.”

South Melbourne FC Director and A-League / W-League Bid Team Member Gabrielle Giuliano stressed the importance of these events. “South is a club moving forward as one and we are excited to see both our senior women and men playing on AAMI Park this weekend. It’s an exciting opportunity for our male and female players of all ages, members and football fans alike to attend both matches and to experience something quite new.”

The Match Day is also considered a SMFC Home Match, with the same privileges applying for all our 2017 SMFC Season Pass Holders and Financial Members to the matches at AAMI Park. To receive entry, members must show their membership to the SMFC Ticket booth to receive a special entry ticket for the day.

We urge all football fans and the SMFC Family to attend this historic double header, as we expect a large crowd in attendance in what promises to be an exciting day for Victorian Football.

South Melbourne FC would like to confirm the signing of Bardhi Hysolli from NPL Victoria club Bulleen Lions.

The dynamic and hard working youngster will add depth in the SMFC midfield, as well as another creative option through the attacking third. He joins the club following a 12 year spell at the Veneto Club, where he has been highly regarded as a standout performer throughout his junior career.

Speaking to smfc.com.au, SMFC Football Director Nicholas Maikousis. “We’re excited to be adding another young talented footballer to our senior roster. Bardhi is an energetic and hard working individual, who we think will add some depth to our squad.

We look forward to having him in our colours for the remainder of the season.”

We wish Bardhi all the best for the rest of the season.

South Melbourne FC is saddened to hear of the passing of Life Member Vicky Sagiakos.

Mrs Sagiakos was a long-time supporter and member of the club, while also being the wife of former Board Member, Club Secretary and Volunteer Nick Sagiakos.

Speaking to smfc.com.au, Club President Leo Athanasakis passed on his condolences from everyone at the club. “We were all saddened to hear of the passing of Vicky Sagiakos, a wonderful South person and someone who was a huge part of the SMFC Family. We would like to also offer our support to her husband Nick Sagiakos, who continues to be a much loved member of the club.”

Our players honoured the Sagiakos family by wearing black arm bands during last night’s win against Kingston City FC​

The funeral will be held on Thursday May 18th at St Dimitrios Greek Orthodox Church, 1 Gladstone St, Moonee Ponds at 10.30 am.

South Melbourne is excited to announce that we will be hosting World Cup Winning Brazilian and Real Madrid Legend Roberto Carlos in Melbourne later this month.

Carlos will arrive in Melbourne during the final week in May, where there will be a special event held at Crown Casino on Tuesday May 30th to honour the legendary left-back.

Carlos has played in over 500 competitive matches throughout Europe and South America, while establishing himself as one of the world’s best international defenders in his 125 competitive matches for Brazil. This includes winning the UEFA Champions League on 3 occasions with Real Madrid, as well as the World Cup once and Copa America twice with Brazil.

Tickets for the event are selling fast, with only minimal tickets remaining.

To purchase tickets or more information, contact Despina on 9645 9797 or events@smfc.com.au

South Melbourne FC confirms the following entry details for our double header against the Pascoe Vale and Geelong Galaxy.

Membership Purchase & Collection

All SMFC members, including Life Members and Hall of Fame Members, can collect their cards from the Lakeside Futsal entrance (traditional social club entry point).

Those wishing to purchase or pick up their 2017 Membership can also do so at this entry.

Game Day Entry Points

Please note the following ground entry points for Sunday’s game at Lakeside Stadium.

SMFC Social Club / Admin Entry (opens 1pm) for the following:
– 2017 SMFC sponsors
– 2017 SMFC members

Lakeside Futsal entrance (opens 1pm, ticket sales from 2.15pm) for the following:
– General / Day ticket purchases only, including for ALL Pascoe Vale supporters.
– 2017 Player / Official pass holders (all clubs)
– 2017 FFV season pass / media holders

Please note Gate 2 WILL NOT be open for entry.

Food and drink will be available for purchase in the 1959 Bar and Grill (SMFC social club).

South Melbourne FC confirms the following entry details for our double header against the Hume City and NTC.

Membership Purchase & Collection

All SMFC members, including Life Members and Hall of Fame Members, can collect their cards from the Lakeside Futsal entrance (traditional social club entry point).

Those wishing to purchase or pick up their 2017 Membership can also do so at this entry.

Game Day Entry Points

Please note the following ground entry points for Sunday’s game at Lakeside Stadium.

SMFC Social Club / Admin Entry (opens 1pm) for the following:
– 2017 SMFC sponsors
– 2017 SMFC members

Lakeside Futsal entrance (opens 1pm) for the following:
– General / Day ticket purchases only, including for ALL Hume City supporters.
– 2017 Player / Official pass holders (all clubs)
– 2017 FFV season pass / media holders

Please note Gate 2 WILL NOT be open for entry.

Food and drink will be available for purchase in the 1959 Bar and Grill (SMFC social club).

South Melbourne FC confirms the following entry details for our Easter Monday derby against the Melbourne Knights. Please note that the Under 20s match will kick off at 12:30pm and will be played at Albert Park Field 7/8 instead of Lakeside Stadium.

Membership Purchase & Collection

All SMFC members, including Life Members and Hall of Fame Members, can collect their cards from the Lakeside Futsal entrance (traditional social club entry point).

Those wishing to purchase or pick up their 2017 Membership can also do so at this entry.

Game Day Entry Points

Please note the following ground entry points for Monday’s game at Lakeside Stadium.

Lakeside Futsal entrance (opens 1pm) for the following:
– 2017 SMFC sponsors (cards available for pickup here)
– 2017 SMFC members (memberships available for purchase and pickup here)
– 2017 FFV season pass / media holders
– 2017 Player / Official pass holders (both SMFC and Melbourne Knights)

Traditional Gate 2 entrance (opens 2:15pm) for the following:
– General / Day ticket purchases only, including for ALL Melbourne Knights supporters.
– Please note that no SMFC members can access through this entry point.

Food and drink will be available for purchase in the 1959 Bar and Grill (SMFC social club).

South Melbourne FC is excited to confirm that Australian Football icon, Olympian and current Matilda Lisa De Vanna has joined the club.

De Vanna will have a dual role with club, where she will immediately join our NPL Victoria Women’s team for the 2017 season. She will also take up a newly formed role of Women’s Football Ambassador at the Club, which will allow her to work with the club on numerous and exciting projects relating to increasing the profile of women’s football at our club and throughout the country.

De Vanna is a household name with football fans across the world through a career spanning 11 years across England, Australia and the United States.

The attacking player however is best known for her long and decorated career with the Australian National Team, The Matildas. With 121 international caps and 40 goals to her name, she remains only 2 goals behind Kate Gill to become Australia’s all-time leading goalscorer.

Speaking at the SMFC Jersey Night, De Vanna was excited to have joined the club. “It’s wonderful to have joined a club with great history and ambition.

I am looking forward to playing a role on the park throughout 2017, but assisting the club in its goals off the park promoting women’s football and assisting young players achieve their dream. Thank you to Gabrielle Giuliano and Socrates Nicolaides for this wonderful opportunity.”

SMFC Women’s Football Director Gabrielle Giuliano was pleased with her acquisition. “I am delighted that Lisa has joined SMFC as an ambassador for women’s football. Whilst still focussed on her national journey, South will partner with her to help transition into her future after football. From a capacity of mentoring, coaching and identifying upcoming talent, this partnership will help propel us to the next level.”

We look forward to seeing her in our colours in the coming weeks.

South Melbourne FC is excited to confirm new entry details for our first home game of the 2017 NPL Victoria season this Sunday.

Membership Purchase & Collection

All members, including Life Members and Hall of Fame members can collect their cards from the Lakeside Futsal entrance (traditional social club entry point).

Those wishing to purchase or pick up their 2017 Membership can also do so at this entry.

Members may also do this at the SMFC Family Open Day at Lakeside Stadium on Saturday from the same point.

Game Day Entry Points

Please note the following ground entry points for Sunday’s game at Lakeside Stadium.

Lakeside Futsal entrance for the following:
– 2017 SMFC sponsors (cards available for pickup at this entrance)
– 2017 SMFC members (memberships available for purchase & pickup at this entrance)
– 2017 FFV season pass and media holders
– 2017 Player/Official pass holders

Traditional Gate 2 entrance for the following:
– General (day) ticket purchases only. Please note that no members can access through this entry.

Those entering through Lakeside Futsal will then proceed through the new South Melbourne social club to enter the stadium.

Food and drink will be available for purchase also in our new social club.