Culina joins Jets

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http://news.theage.com.au/breaking-news-sport/branko-culina-added-to-jets-staff-20090204-7xkg.html


Branko Culina added to Jets staff
February 4, 2009 - 3:54PM

Newcastle Jets have appointed former Sydney FC coach Branko Culina as their new technical director.

Culina, who coached Sydney during their Asian Champions League campaign in 2007, will replace Ian Crook who has returned to the UK to become assistant manager at Championship club Norwich City.

"We see Branko as someone who can certainly add a high level of experience, professionalism and expertise to our club," said Jets chief executive John Tsatsimas.

"Obviously we have ambitions not only to ensure that every possible measure is undertaken in this upcoming AFC Champions League campaign, but also looking to the future his experience in general is a very valuable asset."

The move will see Culina come up against his son, Socceroos star Jason Culina, next season when the Jets face A-League newcomers Gold Coast United.

 

[Mariner Girl]

Oh Bugger - I really like Branco. To see him go to the Scummers makes me shake my head. Glad to see him working again.

 

[David Votoupal]

Am I the only one who has the gut feeling he might end up in the coaching job before too long?

 

[loyalist]

i see this as a good move for them

 

[FFC Mariner]

But a shit move for him - the scum? C'mon Branko

Agreed, GVE will walk/get shafted fairly soon IMHO (like the 1st training session when he sees the shit they have bought)

 

[NewyForever]

Great move by Jets management

 

[bulldogmariner]

Newcastle are getting desperate before ACL.