Arthur Diles appointed permanent head coach of Melbourne Victory

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Melbourne Victory has confirmed that Arthur Diles will continue as Head Coach of the Isuzu UTE A-League Men’s team until the end of the 2025/26 Season.

After 18 months at the Club as the Senior Assistant under both Tony Popovic and Patrick Kisnorbo, the first six weeks have been a whirlwind for the Melbourne Victory Head Coach.

“Stepping into the role in the circumstances I did, is obviously unusual and it was a busy period through Christmas and New Year with trips to Sydney and New Zealand and a heavy schedule, but I think the group navigated the upheaval well,” said Diles.

“As a Club, our expectations and standards have not changed over the period. We want to keep following our processes, ensure we deliver consistent and high-quality performances playing the exciting style of football our fans expect from us, and importantly see those processes and performances translate into points and trophies this season and beyond.”

Originally from Sydney, Diles enjoyed strong success at National Youth League level and spent time coaching with the Wanderers, in Europe and with the Newcastle Jets before landing at Melbourne Victory under now Socceroos coach Tony Popovic.

Diles played a significant role in Victory reaching the 2023/24 Isuzu UTE A-League Men’s Grand Final, as well as supporting our VPL1 team throughout 2024 which ultimately went on to win the championship, and promotion to the NPL for the 2025 Season.

He continued in that role at the start of this season, playing an important part in helping the team both qualify for the 2024/25 Australia Cup Final, and have an impressive start to the A-League Men’s season.

“Since joining the Club almost two years ago, Arthur has demonstrated his commitment and his capacity to instil a game model that we want to see, build a team that taps into the great talent that sits within our Academy and to have the absolute respect of everybody within our program,” said Melbourne Victory Director of Football, John Didulica.

“Our focus in recent weeks has been building support for Arthur and the players and ensuring we maintain the highest possible standards of performance and commitment. 

“Whilst we have dropped points through this process, we are confident we have the calibre of squad to reset, and we are still well positioned to achieve silverware in 2025.”

Diles has been joined by newly appointed Assistant Coach Nick Stavroulakis and Football Analyst Patrick Hooper, both of whom commenced with the Club in the past fortnight and arrive at Victory not only as emerging talents within Australian football but with extensive experience in the game.

Stavroulakis guided Rockdale City to the Premiership and Championship double in the NSW NPL last season, whilst Hooper has spent time in competitions such as the Europa League with leading Danish side FC Midtjylland.

Melbourne Victory Chairman, John Dovaston, said the Club welcomes the continuity presented by Diles appointment.

“During 2024, we have made the Grand Final, Australia Cup Final and won promotion to the NPL, all of which Arthur has contributed to in a meaningful and positive way.  

“While we want and expect more, Arthur has earnt the opportunity to continue to lead our Men’s program and deliver the success that our members and fans deserve.”

Source: Melbourne Victory.

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