Michael Lynch
Michael Lynch, The Age's expert on soccer, has had extensive experience of high level journalism in the UK and Australia. Michael has covered the Socceroos through Asia, Europe and South America in their past three World Cup campaigns. He has also reported on Grands Prix and top class motor sport from Asia and Europe. He has won several national media awards for both sports and industry journalism.
Soccer
Melbourne mecca will 'G up Liverpool
Michael Lynch Reds legend Ian Rush says Liverpool will find the MCG to its liking.
Heart plan to home in on finals berth
Michael Lynch IN CRICKET we have flat-track bullies - batsmen who cannot be blasted out with dynamite when the wicket is offering little to the bowler, but who struggle when there is some movement in the pitch.
Soccer
Neill's change of heart
Michael Lynch Melbourne Heart says it is happy to get the chance to take on Socceroos skipper.
Soccer
Melbourne Heart looms large as Neill chases first-team football
Michael Lynch and Sebastian Hassett Brisbane Roar's Asian Champions League defeat on Wednesday night looks set to tip the balance in Melbourne Heart's direction as the chase to sign Socceroo captain Lucas Neill intensifies.
Heart pumped to keep Sydney on losing streak
Michael Lynch Pressure on Heart as it travels north to take on managerless Sydney FC.
Soccer
New faces get time to shine
Michael Lynch Necessity is the mother of invention, as Holger Osieck, the Socceroos' coach, is fast discovering.
Osieck offers a glimpse of the future without stars
Michael Lynch Necessity is the mother of invention, as Holger Osieck, the Socceroos coach, is fast discovering.
Soccer
No room for complacency
Michael Lynch The Socceroos still have much to do, not least is reinvigorating an ageing team.
Soccer
The tough choices
Michael Lynch Tim Cahill's decision to move to the US rather than the A-League isn't the end of the world.
Soccer
Squad shows Osieck has locals sussed
Michael Lynch When it comes to watching A-League players, Holger Osieck likes to lurk in the shadows.
Late burst seals it for Socceroos
Michael Lynch Australia produces remarkable three goals in as many minutes to destroy Saudi Arabia.
