Returning stars make A-league shine: Cahill
TIM Cahill believes the swath of Socceroos returning to the A-League will make for compelling viewing, but he has no idea who will claim the championship.
The A-League season begins next weekend with an opening-night clash between the league’s most successful clubs – Brisbane Roar and Melbourne Victory – and a blockbuster Sydney derby.
A host of internationals have returned to their home competition, with decorated Socceroos Brett Holman (Brisbane Roar) and Cahill (Melbourne City) top of the list.
James Troisi (Melbourne Victory), James Holland (Adelaide United) and Rhys Williams (Perth Glory) bring their international class, as do emerging Australians like Adam Taggart (Perth) and Kerem Bulut (Western Sydney).
“We’re all going to add our own flavour and our own uniqueness to each team,” Cahill said at the season launch.
“This is a compliment to the A-League. To be finally home as international Australian players, it’s good for us, good for our families and great for the game.” The all-time leading Socceroos goalscorer said returning to Australia allowed him to walk down memory lane.
“I’m having lunch together with Rhysy (Williams) and chatting about some of the boys in the league,” he said.
“We all end up quite close to each other.”