Quote Originally Posted by Doc Sark
Maybe the ASA should think about organising an Australian League Select XI (if they do not already I don't know) to showcase the talent there is in Australia. They could organise friendlies against other countries, Botswana and Chad are often available, and then you would have some matches to go to while the European season is still in effect. In the Euro off season there is no reason why the top players should not play their home friendlies in Australia.
Yeah, we have the Oceania Cup, where we fielded a roughly fifth XI and lost the final to New Zealand...

But seriously in cricket, there is no International 'off-season'. The time of year dictates where, not whether, matches are played. But seriously, when Hampshire signed Shane Warne, they deal with the fact that they will not have his services for half of the season.

And with regards to football, I agree that yes, playing in London is the best thing for Australian soccer. I just think it's a shame that Australians hardly ever get to see a full strength team play in Australia. The problem is with the way football works. Too much money ruins the game.