| Thursday October 25, 2007 |
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John Aloisi's return to Australia this week has made me realise just how many big names we have in the A-League this year. He joins an already impressive list: Juninho, Popovic, Moore, Tiatto, Heffernan, Hernandez, Jardel... Perhaps it's taken me by surprise because of the number of defenders on the list who operate under the radar. One addition to the A-League that certainly hasn't snuck in quietly is Wellington's marquee Ahmad Elrich - did you see his wondergoal last weekend?! If not, check it out on YouTube.
So this weekend, as you're watching all the A-League action, check out just how many big names there are out on the pitch.
Richard Cann
Deputy editor, Australian FourFourTwo
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