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.
A striking career
Michael Lynch Emile Heskey talks about his time in the English Premier League and the England national team, joining the A-League and why he is not a big cricket fan.
Soccer
Osieck opts for Cahill, youngsters
Michael Lynch Holger Osieck has brought midfielder James Holland into the Socceroos squad, kept faith with youngsters Jason Davidson and Ryan McGowan and recalled the now New York-based Tim Cahill for the coming...
Soccer
Osieck resists talk of fresh faces
Michael Lynch Socceroos boss makes it clear he will not be pressured into picking a host of fresh faces for international friendlies.
Soccer
Socceroos gear up for friendly against Denmark
Michael Lynch Socceroos due in Copenhagen in ones and twos for weekend friendly against Denmark.
Soccer
Socceroos beaten but still upbeat
Michael Lynch, Copenhagen There was still plenty of optimism in the Socceroo camp as the players took off for Oman following their loss to Denmark in a friendly.
Soccer
Goalkeeper Jones grabs his chance
Michael Lynch Brad Jones is a penalty-saving hero poised to line up between the posts at Wembley Stadium this weekend.
Soccer
Herd joins Socceroos
Michael Lynch Holger Osieck's stealthy transformation of the Socceroos continues apace.
