John Aloisi will cement his iconic legacy at Western United after signing a new two-year contract to continue as the Club’s Isuzu UTE A-League Men Head Coach.
The Socceroos legend remains Western United’s longest serving coach, surpassing 100 matches in charge of the Green and Black amongst a record-breaking 2024/25 campaign, one where Aloisi led the team to best-ever marks in wins, points and goals scored while giving an array of young talents the opportunity to shine.
The 2022 finals series and ultimate Grand Final win remains at the very top of the list of Aloisi’s achievements list, his first campaign in charge and a stunning story of belief and dedication.
Since then there has been a long list of famous wins, spectacular goals and marvellous moments as the boss has spear-headed the Club in its permanent move to Ironbark Fields in Tarneit.
With renewed motivation for success, Aloisi sent a message to the Western United family as he commences his fifth season at the Club.
“The reason I re-signed is I still see so much growth left on and off the pitch and I can’t wait to continue this journey together as a Club, with the support of our fans who have stuck by us through the highs and the lows,” he said.
“First season at Ironbark last season, and we already started to make it our fortress. It was so special to play there in front of our home fans and I’m eager to see them all there again cheering our boys on.
“I am super excited to continue working with this group of players, we played some great attacking football last season and I know this group is still hungry to keep learning and improving.”
Western United General Manager of Football Mal Impiombato labelled Aloisi a difference maker for the Club, both on and off the pitch.
“Since he joined the Club, John has revolutionised the culture from our football department through to the admin office and left an indelible impression on everyone at the Club,” he said.
“His leadership through all of the ups and downs of a football season, his ability to encourage the very best out of our players and staff and the way he represents the Club and our values in the public domain are of the highest quality and aptitude.
“We firmly believe we have one of the brightest Australian coaches and leaders at our Club and we are delighted to have John guiding our group into an increasingly exciting future.”
Aloisi is straight back on the training track as the team reconvenes at Ironbark this week, 20 days before United’s Australia Cup Round of 32 fixture against Sydney FC.
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