Culina vows form will return with fans Nov 7, 2009
Culina's own form has been subjected to intense scrutiny - not least by Socceroos boss Pim Verbeek, who this week damned him with faint praise in the lead-up to the Asian Cup qualifier in Oman. Pim and I haven't spoken about my form at all, and I haven't really seen his comments,'' Culina said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Record crowd could cap off rollercoaster week for GCU Nov 6, 2009
Sterjovski has joined Craig Moore (Brisbane Roar) and Jason Culina (Gold Coast United) in the A-League contingent for the forthcoming Asian Cup qualifier in Oman, and with coach Pim Verbeek making it clear he expected the home-based players to keep playing right up until the World Cup finals in June, the pressure is on to complete loan deals before the January 31 deadline. The A-League grand final is in late March. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
McDonald axed as Verbeek goes on the attack Nov 5, 2009
SOCCEROOS coach Pim Verbeek says his shock 00004000 decision to cut striker Scott McDonald from the squad to face Oman in next weekend's crucial Asian Cup qualifier has come about because he already ''has enough strikers'' in his squad. The prolific Celtic marksman has scored four times this season at club level - only one less than the Scottish league's top scorers - and has been playing regularly since missing recent international matches against the Netherlands and Oman with injury. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Thrashers The good, the un-good and the ugly Nov 3, 2009
His +6 leads the team, he only has 8 PIM andhas chipped in with 5 assists ... If anyone wasnt sold that Atlanta got the better end of that deal on July firstcompare Kubinas numbers with that of Garnet Exelby while in a Maple Leafs jersey0 goals, 0 assists, -5 and 13 PIM in 8 games played ... 5 PIM per game including 13 majors, 3 misconducts, 2 game misconducts and two bench minors. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Frustrated Mariner advised to go back to basics to reclaim his mojo Nov 2, 2009
Simon burst to prominence last season and was rewarded by Socceroos coach Pim Verbeek with a call-up to the national team for the Asian Cup qualifiers against Indonesia and Kuwait early this year. While Verbeek since recalled the overseas-based players for the double-header against Oman [the return match is in Muscat on November 14], it's expected the A-League contingent will get another opportunity for the qualifier in Kuwait in early January. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
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And the nominees are … Oct 30, 2009
And the nominees are - Sports Performer Awards - Sport - smh. The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Heart on hold as Colosimo drops anchor in Sydney Oct 30, 2009
I haven't really been a part of Pim's [Verbeek] plans because of injuries and not being in good form but now that I am, that's great. Maybe Pim will think 'Simon's a chance' today, but if I start playing poorly for the next month or leading into the World Cup, he might not. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Dutch pass law to expel failed asylum seekers Oct 26, 2009
The issue has brought bitter confrontation to Dutch politics, which in turn has been more volatile since the party led by the radical populist Pim Fortuyn burst from nowhere to win second place in the 2002 election. Fortuyn, who highlighted mounting antipathy to Muslims, was assassinated days before the vote. (Yahoo News -- Netherlands)
A-League starting to play the field as it outgrows its Oranje crush Oct 19, 2009
Pim Verbeek's strident criticism of the domestic league has had a ripple effect. Most obviously, in terms of the career choices of players such as Jade North, Scott Chipperfield, Jason Culina and others. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Time-wasting is a part of Asian football: Verbeek Oct 19, 2009
SOCCEROOS coach Pim Verbeek has weighed into the time-wasting debate, saying that Australia had to get used to the way international teams, particularly Asian teams, try to unsettle opponents ... au/ffximage/2009/10/18/th_pim_verbeek_index-lgthumb__90x60 ... au/ffximage/2009/10/18/th_pim_verbeek_mobile__240x160. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
On target - thumbs up as greats rate A-League an 'A' Oct 18, 2009
Socceroos coach Pim Verbeek has equated the domestic football centrepiece to little more than a European league training session. Crowds, ratings and playing standards are unpredictable. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Creative Zen X-Fi2 Oct 17, 2009
There is PIM functionality for syncing calendar and contact information from your PC to X-Fi2, but it is pretty basic. While it may not be the most technically impressive or popular portable media player, the Creative Zen X-Fi2 succeeds with its personal touches. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
No Cahill, no chance: Pim admits Roos need talisman Oct 16, 2009
For coach Pim Verbeek, Cahill is not just a luxury, he is a necessity ... au/news/sport/football/no-cahill-no-chance-pim-admits-roos-need-talisman/2009/10/15/1255195875776. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
King of the Socceroos Oct 15, 2009
Socceroos coach Pim Verbeek paid tribute to Cahill's quality, saying the Everton midfielder's unique gift for bobbing up late in the box for goals was priceless for Australia. "Timmy is special. Sometimes he's invisible in the box and this was a great goal," Verbeek said. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Oman coach fumes after Cahill matchwinner Oct 15, 2009
We scored one goal more than the opponent, we have four points, we are back in the race,'' Socceroos coach Pim Verbeek said. I think we had more than enough chances to score more than one goal, especially the first 15 minutes of the first and second half. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Roar expected to announce Farina's exit once severance deal isagreed Oct 14, 2009
Photos: Pim Verbeek adds the final touches to the squad in Melbourne's Etihad Stadium ahead of their clash against Oman. Poll. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
No easybeats: Neill sounds warning over Oman Oct 14, 2009
Photos: Pim Verbeek adds the final touches to the squad in Melbourne's Etihad Stadium ahead of their clash against Oman ... While the Socceroos have disposed easily enough of Qatar twice and Bahrain at home in recent World Cup qualifiers, that was when coach Pim Verbeek had his first-choice squad available to him. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
FC likely to thwart Colosimo's need for pre-cup game time Oct 14, 2009
Socceroos coach Pim Verbeek has made it clear to A-League players they need to be playing competitive football right through until mid-May if they want to be considered for the World Cup ... I don't think any club in Asia will be interested in taking a player from March 21, the day after the grand final, until mid-May, when I believe Pim wants his squad in camp ... By the time decisions have to be made, I guess I'll have some idea whether I'm in Pim's plans or not. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Verbeek predicts a long night of kicking against a sturdy brick wall Oct 14, 2009
Photos: Pim Verbeek adds the final t 00004000 ouches to the squad in Melbourne's Etihad Stadium ahead of their clash against Oman ... SOCCEROOS boss Pim Verbeek is taking nothing for granted. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Revenge-seeking Roos are men on Oman mission Oct 13, 2009
This time, Pim Verbeek will be fielding a full-strength line-up, with few changes expected from the side that drew 0-0 with the Netherlands in Sydney at the weekend. Vince Grella, who was withdrawn early in that game with an injury, did not train yesterday. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
World Cup before Glory for Perth trio Oct 13, 2009
The issue of how A-League players can keep themselves in Pim Verbeek's plans will come to a head by January 31 - the deadline for the completion of overseas loan deals ... That's the agreement we have in place, and Pim was part of those discussions ... There's no use taking this any further if Pim doesn't want to use them,'' he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
No superpowers, but Omanis are top of group on merit Oct 13, 2009
A loss for the Socceroos would leave Pim Verbeek's men probably needing to win all three remaining fixtures (away to Oman and Kuwait, home to Indonesia) to progress. Football in Oman, as in many of its neighbouring countries, is improving rapidly. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Fifth and the Fury: Simon rues late slip against NQ Oct 13, 2009
Mariners coach Lawrie McKinna has made overtures to Socceroos counterpart Pim Verbeek to consider Simon as a potential bolter for his World Cup squad, but the 23-year old would rather get his club form right first. I think everyone's goal is to get themselves in the national set-up but you have to be playing a lot better than what we did to get [Verbeek] to see you,'' Simon said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Socceroos confident of overcoming Oman Oct 13, 2009
Graham Arnold has been shunted sideways on the bench to make room for Asia-savvy coach Pim Verbeek. And the Socceroos have made next year's World Cup finals by dominating both their Asian qualifying groups and are easily Asia's No.1 team - ranked a lofty 14 in the world. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Socceroos stingy, but still lack attacking flair Oct 12, 2009
Everybody is pushing to be in [coach Pim Verbeek's] head and everyone's fighting for places. We want to win every game. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Socceroos struggle to fluster the Dutch Oct 11, 2009
For the Australians, coach Pim Verbeek was sad to lose Vince Grella, who left the field early with a leg muscle complaint and is doubtful for Wednesday's crucial Asian Cup qualifier against Oman in Melbourne. However, he said the match last night was a ''a very good test. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Oman are world-class opponents, warns Cahill Oct 11, 2009
Coach Pim Verbeek has made no secret of his intentions to dominate Oman and stay alive in the Asian Cup. He is set to play his full-strength side in competition for the first time since qualifying for next year's World Cup in South Africa. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Verbeek set to start with his A team Oct 10, 2009
SOCCEROOS coach Pim Verbeek is set to stick to his assertion that the time for experimentation is over after vowing to select a full-strength starting XI for tonight's glamour friendly against the Netherlands at the Sydney Football Stadium. Australia will go into the game fielding their now-customary 4-2-3-1 formation - which Verbeek still describes as a 4-3-3 - which could well feature the same players to be deployed when Australia play their first game at the World Cup next year. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
All Whites can kick off a Kiwi revolution Oct 10, 2009
While Pim Verbeek might not fancy A-League players, his counterpart Ricki Herbert does - albeit because he has less choice. It could be that four of his Phoenix boys will be joined by Mike McGlinchey of Central Coast Mariners in the side that starts the first leg of the Oceania-Asia World Cup play-off. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Lose crucial qualifier to Oman, and Verbeek's goose could be cooked Oct 9, 2009
If Pim Verbeek wants to hang around after next year's World Cup, he'd better get Australia to the next Asian Cup ... au/ffximage/2009/06/16/pimverbeek_wideweb__470x319,0 ... au/ffximage/2009/06/16/th_pimverbeek_index-lgthumb__90x60. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
It's double Dutch on the inside information Oct 8, 2009
Thankfully for coach Pim Verbeek, Brett Holman and David Carney may be able to provide him with exactly what he's looking for. Verbeek may spend up to a quarter of the year in his native country but with Holman and Carney recently plying their trade in the Eredivisie, and Luke Wilkshire having enjoyed a recent stint at FC Twente, the Socceroos' won't be short of intelligence on the opposition. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
The death of food porn? Oct 8, 2009
Look at the power of Pim Techamunvivit, with her hugely followed food/travel/recipe blog Chez Pim. And Aun Koh, whose Singapore-based Chubby Hubby blog has 400,000 readers. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Controversy rules over Sydney's newest team | Gold Coast held Oct 3, 2009
Going by their performance last night, in front of the club's smallest crowd of 4,209 - which included Socceroos coach Pim Verbeek, 00004000 who came to watch Jason Culina - maybe he should dock their wages. United's opening 45 minutes was the worst of the season. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Experiment is over: Verbeek switches to full-strength Socceroos Oct 2, 2009
WITH the World Cup just nine months away, Socceroos coach Pim Verbeek has declared that the time for experimenting is over after naming a full-strength squad for this month's matches against the Netherlands and Oman ... au/news/sport/football/no-glory-in-pims-purview-as-glass-ceiling-hits-home-for-starsreturning-to-aleague/2009/10/01/1253989999045 ... No Glory in Pim's purview as glass ceiling hits home for stars returning to A-League. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
No Glory in Pim's purview as glass ceiling hits home for starsreturning to A-League Oct 2, 2009
No Glory in Pim's purview as glass ceiling hits home for stars returning to ... No Glory in Pim's purview as glass ceiling hits home for stars returning to A-League ... It's generally difficult to find a common denominator to the revolving door of Pim Verbeek's selections. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Kennedy fires Nagoya in ACL finals Oct 1, 2009
Kennedy's performances, and the fact he is now playing regular football, will delight Socceroos coach Pim Verbeek heading into next year's World Cup. Knowing they needed at least a 1-0 victory to progress to the semi-finals, Nagoya started strongly at the Mizuho Stadium, with Yoshizumi Ogawa and Yoshida Maya putting them up 2-0 after 35 minutes. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Cahill, Kewell and Neill return for Socceroos Oct 1, 2009
Overseas-based stars Harry Kewell, Tim Cahill and Lucas Neill were on Thursday included in Pim Verbeek's 24-man squad for both games after missing the Socceroos' last match, a 3-1 loss to South Korea in Seoul. Blackburn midfielder Brett Emerton is also set to make a return to the Socceroos after recovering from a knee reconstruction in January. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Friday Follies From Waterlogged Thrasherville Sep 26, 2009
He had 48 PIM and was a -23 ... In 46 games that season, he scored 4 goals on 51 SOG and 12 assists, had 24 PIM and was now get this. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
World Cup gamble: Coyne does give a toss Sep 25, 2009
This close Chris Coyne, who last played for the Socceroos in June, hopes to return to Pim Verbeek's squad against Holland next month ... CHRIS COYNE insists he's not desperate to be named in Pim Verbeek's national squad for next month's glamour friendly against the Netherlands 00004000 but admits he's ''getting close ... This close … Chris Coyne, who last played for the Socceroos in June, hopes to return to Pim Verbeek's squad against Holland next month. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Carle express way can lead Nick to Socceroos via Newcastle Sep 17, 2009
Carle knows he needs to play regularly to remain in Pim Verbeek's World Cup plans. Carle, 27, has this season fallen out of favour at his English second-tier side Crystal Palace, where manager Neil Warnock has intimated he is free to leave if the price is right. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Can Mark Pop A Surprise? Sep 15, 2009
He played for two years with the John Anderson-coached Chicago Wolves where he played in 138 games scoring 28 goals and 50 assists in Andersons system and racking up 117 PIM. During 15 playoff games in 2007 he netted 3 goals and 9 overall points. Will Mark Popovic earn a spot in the Thrashers' lineup. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Socceroo Neill yet to confirm future amid Madrid move reports Sep 8, 2009
Australia coach Pim Verbeek has encouraged his players to take part in as much top-level football as possible ahead of next year's World Cup in South Africa. AAP. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Michael Lynch There are a few positives to be drawn from Australia's 3-1 loss to South Korea. Read more Sep 7, 2009
Coach Pim Verbeek was unhappy with the delivery they received. POSITIVES. (The Age, Australia)
Pim in SOS to stars to shore up the defence Sep 7, 2009
Pim Verbeek wants a full-strength team to play against Holland and Oman ... SOCCEROOS boss Pim Verbeek will look to plug the alarming gaps his team showed at the back for next month's friendly against Holland in Sydney and the crucial Asian Cup qualifier against Oman in Melbourne by recalling his first-choice defenders if they are fit and available ... au/news/sport/football/pim-in-sos-to-stars-to-shore-up-the-defence/2009/09/06/1252201133851. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Sloppy Roos punished Sep 6, 2009
Coach Pim Verbeek said the performance, more than the result, was the important thing about this match and he gave fringe players an opportunity to impress with several first choice players unavailable. For 30 minutes he would have hardly dared to look as the South Koreans created numerous chances against a hesitant Australian rearguard which was all too often pulled this way and that by the mobility and movement of their opponents. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Green back line out to strike gold Sep 5, 2009
AUSTRALIA are set to field another inexperienced defence and will be captained by goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer as Pim Verbeek's side seeks to shut down South Korea's high-tempo, pressing game and inflict upon them their first defeat in 24 games. Verbeek is set to leave Rhys Williams on the sidelines, mindful of the heavy workload the young Middlesbrough utility has endured since the start of the English season, and shift Jade North from a central position to right back for Saturday's game. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Bleiberg confident his side still sets the standard, even withoutCulina Sep 5, 2009
Bleiberg admitted he was curious to see if Socceroos boss Pim Verbeek recalled Brisbane skipper Craig Moore: ''Maybe I should take Pim out for a coffee and ask him if he can drop Jason and pick Moore. . (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Foreign affairs bring it home Sep 4, 2009
We all know how hard Pim Verbeek tried to dissuade European-based Socceroos from coming home. Happily, he failed. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Korea path: chance for fringe players to state their case Sep 4, 2009
Seoul searching Pim Verbeek will be testing the Socceroo's depth ... If Socceroos coach Pim Verbeek was looking to finetune his first-team line-up against difficult opposition in a testing environment, then the answer is no. ... au/ffximage/2009/09/03/pimverbeek_narrowweb__300x428,0. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Fringe Socceroos get chance Sep 4, 2009
Socceroos coach Pim Verbeek will move closer to filling out the fringes of his World Cup squad after the clash with fellow Asian powerhouse South Korea in Seoul on Saturday night. Minus several of his star turns, including the injured Tim Cahill and Harry Kewell and clubless Lucas Neill, Verbeek gets a chance to road-test Australia's depth in the friendly. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
We need to keep stars on the field: Bleiberg Sep 2, 2009
Culina is one of only two A-League players called up by Socceroos coach Pim Verbeek for Saturday night's friendly against South Korea in Seoul - a match played at almost the same time as Gold Coast host the Sky Blues in a top-of-the-table encounter. Although it is a FIFA-designated internation 00004000 al window, unlike many competitions around the world the A-League will still play fixtures, and according to Bleiberg, that doesn't make sense. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
McLaren splashes out Twente dollars on Carney Sep 1, 2009
GLOWING endorsements from Luke Wilkshire and Pim Verbeek have helped Socceroos midfielder David Carney secure a long-anticipated switch to Dutch club FC Twente just a day before the transfer window shut at midnight last night ... We've seen Carney and have also obtained information from Luke Wilkshire and Australian coach Pim Verbeek,'' he said on the club's website. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Maltese Mariner eyes date with Ronaldo Aug 30, 2009
Hutchinson was called into Pim Verbeek's Socceroos train-on squad early last year but has since accepted his chance of playing for Australia has passed. I always wanted to play for Australia, but I'm on the wrong side of my twenties now and my chances are very slim, so I decided to play for Malta,'' he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Verbeek tries new mix but game plan still set in stone Aug 27, 2009
SOCCEROOS coach Pim Verbeek will do the unthinkable in Saturday week's friendly against South Korea by finally playing Scott McDonald and Josh Kennedy in the same side - though perhaps not as the striking pair. Verbeek is determined to push ahead with his plan of playing just one true striker at next year's World Cup and it seems he wants one of the duo, almost certainly McDonald, to try his hand as an attacking midfielder. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Window of opportunity open for North Aug 26, 2009
North signed a three-year deal believed to be worth $2 million, at the end of last year, encouraged in part by the support of Socceroos coach Pim Verbeek. While North continues to be picked by Verbeek - he started the recent friendly international against Ireland - he accepts he needs to be playing regularly at club level to stay in the reckoning for next year's World Cup. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
We can't go cold on expansion Aug 22, 2009
You must think you made the right call on Pim Verbeek ... Q. Any chance of Pim continuing after the World Cup. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
After Kovy, Waddell Should Have Little On His Mind Aug 18, 2009
He is also 2nd in PIM and got in a fight against Russia. What is more refreshing is the number of times he and Jordan Schroeder (top scorer and 1st round pick last draft) get an assist on each other s goals so they must be on the top line together. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Culina case puts focus on fixtures Aug 17, 2009
Culina's return from Europe in his prime has raised speculation about the impact it will have on his international career, and Socceroos coach Pim Verbeek has made no secret of his failed attempts to talk him out of the move. Culina stuck to his guns, partly encouraging other World Cup hopefuls Chris Coyne, Jacob Burns, Mile Sterjovski and Shane Stefanutto to follow suit. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Socceroos' style needs a tougher challenge Aug 16, 2009
An appearance in South Africa appears remote given the imminent return of Brett Emerton and subsequent reversion of Luke Wilkshire to right fullback, but he is a valuable find by Pim Verbeek and a 50-cap player in the making. There were other areas of promise. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Viduka turns down Fulham move for 'new life' Aug 16, 2009
Australia coach Pim Verbeek on Tuesday said he believed the lure of the next World Cup would help keep Viduka's career alive. A central figure in Australia's 2006 World Cup campaign, Viduka has never featured in Verbeek's squad and last represented his country at the 2007 Asian Cup. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Only four players assured of a Cup place Aug 15, 2009
WITH spots in Pim Verbeek's squad at the 2010 World Cup up for grabs, the next nine months are shaping as a crucial time for Australian players across the globe to stake their claims for a spot in South Africa. Only 23 players will be included in the final World Cu 00004000 p squad but many of those will naturally come from the English Premier League, which kicks off tonight and will roll through until May. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Wonder goal puts Carney in European shop window Aug 14, 2009
With the Socceroos bound for the World Cup in South Africa next year, coach Pim Verbeek is anxious for his men to be playing as much top-level club football as possible ... Socceroos coach Pim Verbeek made several more changes as the match drew to a close with his Ireland counterpart, Italian Giovanni Trappatoni, doing the same. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Top Linux Apps to Make The Switch Easier Aug 13, 2009
For quite some time after making the switch full time as a Linux user, I found that I was still missing my old Outlook PIM, because at the time, the web-based alternatives were simply not syncing with my phone yet. Thankfully, was available for the GNOME desktop. (IntranetJournal)
Cahill brace hands Australia friendly victory Aug 13, 2009
Socceroos manager Pim Verbeek made several more changes as the match drew to a close and Ireland counterpart Giovanni Trappatoni also rotated his players. Keith Andrews, a 63rd-minute substitution for Gibson, almost pulled a goal back for Ireland in the closing stages, but his attempt hit the left post. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
