Australian football has revealed its new identity, with the men’s, women’s and youth leagues brought together under a unified “A-Leagues” banner. Men’s, Women’s and Youth football united under new ‘A-Leagues’ brand New A-Leagues 2021-22 season kicks off November 19 for A-League Men and December 3 for A-League Women Recasting the men’s and women’s elite competitions as partners at the top of the game, the A-Leagues will use football’s position as the country’s most inclusive sport to grow the game for everyone.
Last week saw the announcement for the first six A-League rounds and we can’t wait get underway with our season starting on Sunday 21 November. Getting off on the right foot is key, so in preparation for the 2021/22 season kick-off, we’ve analysed each of our first opponents and what to expect from the upcoming bouts. SEE THE DETAILS OF THE OPENING ROUNDS HERE Central Coast Mariners (Round 1 - Home)
Many Newcastle Jets fans may not be familiar with new striker Beka Mikeltadze, but he’s determined to change that with a season based around gold. Mikeltadze comes to us from Xanthi FC in Greece where he spent time playing with Matt Jurman and under Head Coach, Arthur Diles, but has also spent time playing for Russian heavyweight, Rubin Kazan. The 23-year-old Georgian international will be the first man from his home country to ever play in the A-League, but he made clear that it’s only an achievement if he captures success.
We just love gold. We love winning it, and we love wearing it at home, although it’s been some time that we did either. In Season 2021/22, it returns. To celebrate the announcement that your Newcastle Jets will be once again donning it on our playing kits, we’ve looked back through the archives to pick out some of our favourite moments we’ve experienced whilst wearing the famous colour. CHAMPIONSHIP GOLD
He’s been with the Club for almost three months, but new Manager, Arthur Papas has already made an impact. Since his arrival, Papas has been tasked with reassembling an A-League squad that can challenge for trophies and it’s included a host of new names who are in the process of gelling together in preparation for Round One. And there’s still one more to come.
The opening six games of the A-League season, and first four of the W-League season have been released with start dates for both competitions moved back with the anticipation of crowds returning to stadiums. The released fixtures sees us opening the season with a huge F3 Derby at home, enjoying two double headers, as well as a Christmas Eve bout. Our Newcastle Jets men will kick-off their season on Sunday 21 November against the Central Coast Mariners at McDonald Jones Stadium, and will receive three home games in 2021.
After ten years, the gold is back where it belongs - on the Newcastle Jets. While we can't wait to wear it come Round One, you can order your new 2021/22 home jersey right now via our online store! BUY YOUR JERSEY HERE While the Online Store is open for pre-order, delivery will start from 30 October 2021. MEMBERSHIP PACKAGES
The gold is back. For the first time in ten years, Newcastle Jets will return to their roots for their home kit with Port of Newcastle featuring as the major partner on a new gold jersey for the A-League team. While the Club has most recently played in blue and red primarily, some of our greatest moments have come in gold. From the 2021/22 season onwards, the Jets will return to gold as the primary strip colour. This connection to the Club’s heritage will bond our future with the great players and moments of the past.
If there is one word that could sum up Angus Thurgate’s career, it’s sacrifice. While still only 21 and in the early knockings of what looks set to be a promising career, the sacrifices that Thurgate has made to get to where he is today highlights his passion and determination to be a Newcastle Jet. This is his journey so far. THE BEGINNING Before it was red and blue, it was black and blue.
In the coming days, we reveal our 2021/22 playing kits and anticipation is growing to see the return of the Gold. With that in mind, we decided to sift back through our archives to relive the journey our jersey and playing kits have taken since the beginning of the A-League. There’s been gold, red and blue, white and black, green and cinnamon, and even some camo - tell us your favourite! GALLERY: See the full history of our kits OUR START IN GOLD
Newcastle Jets are pleased to announce the signing of goalkeeper Michael Weier for the upcoming A-League Season. Weier, who stands at 6-foot-5, joins the Club making his way from the National Premier League (NPL) in Victoria. The 24-year-old spent time playing at Hume City, where he won consecutive Goalkeeper of the Year awards and the knockout Dockerty Cup, and Brisbane Strikers where he won multiple premierships. Weier said he’s excited for the opportunity to be compete at the A-League level.
What a ride it’s been for Matt Jurman. It’s one that’s taken him all the way to the top of Australian football, to championships and appearances in green and gold, and now he’s found himself in Newcastle Jets colours for the first time. This is Matt’s journey so far. THE BEGINNING It started at Wollongong where Matt Jurman grew up, before moving to the western suburbs of Sydney, graduating high school and heading to the AIS.