It’s a round ball shame

HOW good was that Western Sydney Wanderers and Brisbane Roar A-League trial at Cbus ... according to the team managers?

For a code that needs attention Down Under, the world game has a funny way of keeping a lid on things.

As we get set to become immersed in AFL and NRL finals, some extra A-League publicity went begging as the sides played out a Gold Coast trial behind closed doors.

Sure, the costs associated with opening the venue have to be considered, but precious little thought appears to be given towards the value of publicity.

For a code desperate to grow, it might be time to start helping itself.