Melbourne Football Academy

France won the World Cup for the second time in spectacular style on Sunday by ending battling Croatia's dreams of a first major title with a 4-2 victory in one of the most entertaining and action-packed finals for decades. France triumphed thanks to an own goal from Mario Mandzukic, an Antoine Griezmann penalty awarded after a VAR review and second-half strikes by Paul Pogba and teenager Kylian Mbappe. Ivan Perisic and Mandzukic replied for Croatia. There were as many goals in 90-action-packed minutes in Moscow as in the last four finals combined, and three of those went to extra time. The game featured the first final own goal and the first VAR-decided spot-kick one that Croatia were furious about and that was arguably the turning point of the game. But the only statistic France will really care about is that the result makes them world champions for the second time following their triumph on home soil 20 years ago. #mfaoffootballexcellence #melbfa #smartgoalsfootball #sptfootball #melbournefootballacademy #preausportsaustralia #fifaworldcup #fifaworldcup2018

And then there were two. 63 games filled with drama, intrigue, set-piece goals and surprise results have determined our finalists: France and Croatia. It all comes down to this France and Croatia stand on the brink of greatness. Will Les Bleus rule the world again 20 years on or can Vatreni seal a fairy tale story in Moscow?

A special thank you to James Galanis for speaking to the Melbourne Football Academy students and parents. We are grateful for your time and effort, sharing your philosophy of teaching in the sport we love and proven in the success of your academy in the USA, Universal Soccer Academy, and as personal coach and mentor to Carli Lloyd, two-time Olympic gold medalist, FIFA Women’s World Cup Champion, 2015 & 2016 FIFA Player of the Year. Your insights into key attributes of a champion athlete and sharing personal stories of your training regime with Carli Lloyd was invaluable. Your advice to our students on how to apply themselves on and off the training ground was very enlightening for all. Thank you again for this exclusive opportunity. #melbfa #universalsocceracademy #sptfootball #mfaoffootballexcellence #melbournefootballacademy #smartgoalsfootball #footballforlife #JamesGalanis

MFA July School Holiday Classes Melbourne Football Academy™ Holiday Classes offer the perfect opportunity for children to stay active and take part in organised football coaching during the July school holidays. FREE 2018 FIFA WORLD CUP ADIDAS SOCCER BALL *** As the 2018 FIFA WORLD CUP is upon us, Melbourne Football Academy will be giving a 2018 FIFA WORLD CUP soccer ball to the first 30 students enrolled for the 3 DAY Holiday Classes*** This will be held on : Day: ‪Wednesday 4th July‬ ‪Thursday 5th July‬ ‪Friday 6th July‬ Time: ‪10am till 1pm‬ Location: Melbourne Football Academy Training Centre Doncaster Secondary College ‪123 Church Rd‬, Doncaster What To Bring -Football kit (Any jersey and shorts of your favourite team) -Shin guards (Must be worn) -Football boots and training shoes (Sneakers or Synthetic or Astro Turf footwear) -Packed lunch (No Nut Based Food) & Drink or Water bottle -A Cap (On Sunny Days) & Sunscreen applied Game Plan -3 hours of Soccer skills coached by qualified Melbourne Football Academy coaches featuring: -Warm-ups and Reaction Games, Fun Time Trials -Technique training classes: Passing, Dribbling, Shooting, Attacking and Defending -Fun Games to practice techniques - Small Sided Games, Half Pitch Games. Register NOW!!! All 3 Days / Any 2 Days /Any 1 Day Registration and payment can be made online via the website @ http://www.melbournefootballacademy.com.au/. Limited positions are available. Melbourne Football Academy holiday classes are a great way for young students to develop their skills and have fun playing the game. MFA coaching classes aim to improve students overall understanding of the game. All students will have the chance to learn the essential techniques of the game: dribbling, passing, turning, defending and finishing. Exclusive use of the innovative SMARTGOALS system Use of SKLZ rebounders and SKLZ Goalshot. This individual approach to our coaching program maximises students enjoyment and confidence, to make sure they get the most from each holiday class. For further information ring 1300 MFA(632) 000 or email info@melbournefootballacademy.com.au #melbfa #sptfootball #mfaoffootballexcellence #melbournefootballacademy #mfa #smartgoalsfootball

Let the games begin!!!! The next 4 weeks all eyes will be on the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia 🇷🇺. We'll all experience the joy and excitement along with sadness and tragedy a World Cup can only bring. But more importantly we wait with anticipation to watch the brilliance of each and every player giving their all representing their country. Enjoy the most beautiful football festival. #melbfa #mfa #theworldgame #soccerplay #fifaworldcup #melbournefootballacademy #sptfootball #smartgoalssports #mfaoffootballexcellence #preausports