Melbourne Knights Football Club is pleased to confirm the senior men’s coaching staff and leadership group for the 2025 season.
Assisting Head Coach Ivan Franjic will be Josip Loncaric, who joins as Assistant Coach while continuing in his role as the club’s Director of Football. Adam Hrehoresin remains as Goalkeeper Coach, while Kamal Tasbas joins as Head Physiotherapist. The off-season has also seen the addition of Strength and Conditioning Coach Connor Le Vagueresse, while Donna Bondin completes the senior coaching staff as Head Analyst.
In addition, the club welcomes back Marijan Cvitkovic, the 2013 VPL Player of the Year, as Head Coach of the Under-23s side.
On the field, experienced goalkeeper Chris Oldfield will wear the captain’s armband for the 2025 season. He will be supported by Steve Whyte as Vice-Captain, with Joseph Franjic, Anthony Duzel, Ciaran Bramwell, and Kaine Sheppard rounding out the leadership group.
You can catch the team in action this Thursday at 7:30 PM at Knights Stadium, as we take on old rivals Heidelberg United in the opening match of the 2025 NPL Victoria season.
Beat the rush and purchase your 2025 Membership before Round 1! https://www.melbourneknights.com.au/the-club/membership/
Stay tuned for further matchday details, including venue access information.