mack Posted September 6, 2019 Matthew Jurman Date Of Birth: 08/12/89 Nation: Australia Birthplace: Wollongong, Australia Squad Number: Position: Central Defender Secondary Positions: Left Fullback Joined Wanderers: 06/09/19 Contract Details: 1 Year Initial Contract Contract Finish: 2019/20 Previous Club: Al-Ittihad Wanderers Debut: 12th October 2019 vs Central Coast Mariners Wanderers A-League Appearances: 18 Wanderers A-League Goals: 0 Wanderers ACL Appearances: Wanderers ACL Goals: Wanderers FFA Cup Appearances: Wanderers FFA Cup Goals: Wanderers Club World Cup Appearances: Wanderers Club World Cup Goals: Wanderers Total Appearances: 18 Wanderers Total Goals: 0 Yearly Appearances & Goals: International Team: Australia International Caps: 8 International Goals: Individual Awards: Team Honours: Highlight: Highlight: Highlight: Description: Veteran central defender who began his professional career at Sydney FC. After a stint in Korea he was called up to the Australian national team, playing 8 games, and was part of the 2018 World Cup Squad. View full record 2 wendybr and Burgerman reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul01 Posted September 6, 2019 Is he our 4th player from Wollongong. The first one worked out well (Santalab). The last 2 not so well in McDonald and Scott. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BeefB Posted September 6, 2019 It's been a long time since I was involved with Matt - 15 years ago to be exact. This was for a State Titles team for Sydney Met West. I was lucky enough to grab Matt and a few other Premier Youth players in this team (most were from Youth League Div 1). He was playing for Parramatta Eagles (formerly Melita Eagles) at that time & I recognised his talents early on. I've followed his senior career and whilst he has had some tough spells I think that has made him a better person and player. His time in Asia would have even amplified this. I just hope our fans give him a chance to prove himself at our club. It's not going to be easy to make the starting lineup but given the chance I'll back him to become a regular in the backline once he establishes himself. Give him some time to gel guys ! 5 wendybr, EmMac, Burgerman and 2 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Taurus Posted September 6, 2019 Welcome to the Red & Black hoops neighbour #2170Represent Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FCB Posted September 7, 2019 I have fond memories of Reddy flicking the ball into Jurman's face and being pushed into the net by Hamill and Jamo in the aftermath. I prefer him in red and black rather than Smurf blue. It will be something to get used to, but it will be easier for us than the Smurfs. As he considers himself as Westie of sorts, and talks about about a home coming of sorts: welcome (I guess). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sonar Posted September 7, 2019 https://www.wswanderersfc.com.au/video/first-interview-jurman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EmMac Posted September 7, 2019 Welcome! 1 Wanderboy reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
teddies Posted September 8, 2019 On 07/09/2019 at 11:01 AM, FCB said: I have fond memories of Reddy flicking the ball into Jurman's face and being pushed into the net by Hamill and Jamo in the aftermath. I prefer him in red and black rather than Smurf blue. It will be something to get used to, but it will be easier for us than the Smurfs. As he considers himself as Westie of sorts, and talks about about a home coming of sorts: welcome (I guess). Definitely something to get used to! I remember his reaction to reddy. Hands on. In his face. It's like he hated the opposition. I'm hoping this fire shows this season! Bring on the derby already. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
