ISUZU UTE A-LEAGUE - UNITING FOOTBALL FANS
Isuzu UTE Australia are the Official Automotive Partner of the A-Leagues Men, Women, Youth and E-Sport Leagues, supporting the A-Leagues in uniting Australian football fans, and expanding the many ways fans can connect with the sport.
The A-Leagues are part of Isuzu UTE's partnerships portfolio, which also includes Surf Life Saving Australia, Royal Flying Doctor Service and its own Local Sports Sponsorship Fund, which has been supporting grassroots sporting clubs in local communities across the country for many years.
WATCH THE PARTNERSHIP IN ACTION
Resilience Runs Deep
The Central Coast Mariners made history, becoming the first Australian team to win the treble. For them, overcoming challenges, fostering a strong community and giving back are their fundamental values. Find out more about what drives the Central Coast Mariners continued success.
Isuzu UTE A-League Alex Tobin Medal
The winner of the prestigious award will win their choice of a brand new, top of the range Isuzu D-MAX or 7-seat MU-X. Plus the Isuzu UTE Alex Tobin medallist will nominate a junior football club to receive $10,000! Make sure you’re watching this season’s Grand Final when the winning player and club will be revealed.
Creek To Coast Talk Football & Fishing with Macklin Freke
Brisbane Roar Football Club’s Goalkeeper, Macklin Freke jumps in the D-MAX to tow his beloved tinnie in search for a new local fishing spot! Join Macklin and Liz Cantor on a Creek To Coast episode as Macklin talks about two of his passions: football and fishing.
Supporting the Teams On & Off the Pitch
Isuzu UTE are providing support on and off the pitch, with a dedicated fleet of vehicles for the A-Leagues and clubs to use for on-the-ground support.
It’s not only the style and comfort of our Isuzu D-MAX ute and 7-seat MU-X SUV that the clubs enjoy, the spacious cabin and storage assist clubs with the varying operational demands that come with running a successful club and football program.
Player Profiles
Roderick Miranda - Melbourne Victory
Nickname: Roddy
Birthplace: Odivelas, Portugal
Game Day Superstitions: Tapping my boot three times before I enter the pitch.
Favourite Football Player: Ronaldiniho
First Car: Fiat Bravo
Current Car: 4x4 D-MAX LS-U+ Crew Cab
Favourite Thing About Your Isuzu: The space and comfort.
Bucket List Destination In Your Isuzu: The Great Ocean Road, Victoria
Rhyan Grant - Sydney FC
Nickname: Busta
Birthplace: Canowindra, New South Wales.
Favourite Football Player: Alex Brosque
Favourite Meal: Mum's rissoles and Aunty Suz's pavlova.
First Car: Toyota Corolla
Current Car: 4x4 D-MAX LS-U+ Crew Cab
Favourite Thing About Your Isuzu: I love everything - the spaciousness, off-road capabilities and the modern tech.
Bucket List Destination In Your Isuzu: Mount Kosciuszko, New South Wales
Macklin Freke - Brisbane Roar
Nickname: Macca, Mac, Freaky
Birthplace: Brisbane, Queensland
Favourite Football Player: Bukayo Saka/Jan Oblak
Game Day Superstitions: On the day of the game, I must have a nap and strap my fingers and wrists. I also have to touch all the posts and kiss one of them before every game.
Current Car: 4x4 D-MAX LS-U+ Crew Cab
Favourite Thing About Your Isuzu: I like how easily it tows my boat. I also like Apple Car Play which I can use for maps so I never get lost and I have full control of my music at all times.
Bucket List Destination In Your Isuzu: Camping on Fraser Island in winter to chase tailor and tuna off the beach.
Carl Jenkinson - Newcastle Jets
Nickname: Jenko
Birthplace: Harlow, England
Favourite Football Player: Tony Adams
Game Day Superstitions: When I put on my shin pads, I always have to put my left one on first.
First Car: Vauxhill Astra Sport
Current Car: 4x4 MU-X LS-T
Favourite Thing About Your Isuzu: I love everything about it. In particular, it's interior and safety features make it a great car all-round.
Bucket List Destination In Your Isuzu: I’m looking forward to taking it out to the Hunter Valley, around Newcastle and also explore up the North Coast.
Aaron McEneff - Perth Glory
Nickname: Azza / Macca
Birthplace: Derry, Nothern Ireland
Favourite Football Player: Its hard to pick one but Roy Keane, Paul Scholes & Christiano Ronaldo are definitely on my list.
Favourite Meal: Spicy Chicken Pasta.
First Car: BMW 1 Series
Current Car: 4x4 D-MAX LS-U+ Crew Cab
Favourite Thing About Your Isuzu: The comfort of the D-MAX is my favourite part. The seats are comfortable and supportive, with plenty of legroom even when the cab is full.
Bucket List Destination In Your Isuzu: Margaret River, Western Australia
Zach Clough - Adelaide United
Nickname: Cloughy
Birthplace: Manchester, England
Favourite Football Player: Kevin De Bruyne
Favourite Meal: All Italian Food!
First Car: Renault Clio
Current Car: 4x4 D-MAX LS-U+ Crew Cab
Favourite Thing About Your Isuzu: The way it manoeuvres on Australian beaches. No matter where I go, it can't be stopped.
Bucket List Destination In Your Isuzu: Esperance, Western Australia
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THE MINI D-MAX
Hand-built in Brisbane using the latest in 3D scanning, CAD design, and 3D printing technology, the Mini D-MAX is a 1/6th scale replica of the Isuzu D-MAX X-TERRAIN, measuring in at 860mm in length, 340mm in height, and tipping the scales at 15kg.
Reaching speeds of up to 40kph, the remote-controlled Mini D-MAX is tasked with delivering the match ball to officials at the top of each game. Keep an eye out for the Mini D-MAX.
THE HOME OF A-LEAGUES FOOTBALL
The A-Leagues website and APP gives you access to the A-Leagues and your favourite club with features that will enhance your pre, during and post-match experience. The website and APP is the home of all news, videos, fixtures and results, ladders, stats, fantasy and tipping for the Isuzu UTE A-League Men and Ninja A-League Women.
Fans are able to purchase tickets, membership and merchandise, access streams and find venues all through a central location. Explore everything that the Isuzu UTE A-Leagues has to offer by visiting the website using the link below.
EXCLUSIVE A-LEAGUES CLUB MEMBER OFFER
To support the A-Leagues family, including Club Members, we’re proud to offer exclusive pricing> across the entire Isuzu range. Plus for every vehicle purchased by a member we will donate $500^ to the club.
Download Flyer To Find Out More*Proof of current Full Ticketed Club Membership with the A-Leagues Club is required to access this pricing. Isuzu UTE Australia (IUA) reserves the right to verify all claims. Offer only applicable on new Isuzu D-MAX & MU-X purchases, excludes Demonstrator vehicles, Accessory Special Models & Limited Editions. Excludes Dealer pre-delivery charge & statutory registration charges. Offer not available with any other offer. IUA reserves the right to modify or cancel this offer. Subject to stock availability - please contact your local Isuzu UTE Dealer for stock availability. Offer not available in New Zealand. ^For every vehicle purchased by a Full Ticketed Club Member, IUA will contribute a $500 donation per vehicle to their A-Leagues Club (paid on an annual basis). Subject to change at the discretion of IUA.