Brian Kaltak: back-to-back A-League champion

The Vanuatu international Brian Kaltak could not have a better final day of season in Australia; with a lot of emotion, his Central Coast Mariners managed to overcome Melbourne Victory in the extra-time thanks to the supersubs introduced by the coach Mark Jackson; Ryan Edmondson scored twice and the youngster Miguel Di Pizio once. TheContinue reading “Brian Kaltak: back-to-back A-League champion”

Hall and Kaltak: Pacific duo set to shine for Central Coast Mariners in A-League Grand Final

As the Central Coast Mariners prepare to defend their A-League Men title in the grand final against Melbourne Victory, the spotlight is firmly on their formidable centre-back pairing: Dan Hall and Brian Kaltak. This duo, hailing from the Pacific Islands, has not only anchored one of the league’s tightest defenses but also brought a uniqueContinue reading “Hall and Kaltak: Pacific duo set to shine for Central Coast Mariners in A-League Grand Final”

Brian Kaltak shines as Central Coast Mariners reach A-League Grand Final again

The Central Coast Mariners have secured their place in the A-League grand final for the second consecutive season, following a hard-fought 0-0 draw against Sydney FC in the second leg of their semifinal. This result, combined with a crucial 2-1 away victory in the first leg, ensured the Mariners’ progression to the championship decider. NextContinue reading “Brian Kaltak shines as Central Coast Mariners reach A-League Grand Final again”

Brian Kaltak earns spot in PFA “Team of the Year” for second consecutive season in A-League

Brian Kaltak, the 30-year-old central defender from Vanuatu and standout player for the Central Coast Mariners, has once again been honored with a spot in the Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) “Team of the Year”. This marks the second consecutive season that Kaltak has received this accolade, proving his exceptional performances and consistent contributions on theContinue reading “Brian Kaltak earns spot in PFA “Team of the Year” for second consecutive season in A-League”

Brian Kaltak’s Central Coast Mariners beats nine-men Sydney FC in A-League’s semifinal first leg

Brian Kaltak led Central Coast Mariners to a thrilling 2-1 victory over Sydney FC in the A-League semifinal first leg, showcasing his defensive prowess for the full 90 minutes. Despite Sydney taking the lead through Joel King’s goal in the 25th minute, Mariners fought back before halftime with Josh Nisbet’s injury-time equalizer. The momentum shiftedContinue reading “Brian Kaltak’s Central Coast Mariners beats nine-men Sydney FC in A-League’s semifinal first leg”

Brian Kaltak wins continental tournament as Central Coast Mariners beats Al-Ahed in AFC Cup grand final

In a match full of drama, Vanuatu international and national team captain Brian Kaltak has etched his name in Oceania football history by leading the back of Central Coast Mariners in the victory in the AFC Cup. In a match filled with nail-biting tension, Mariners secured the win with a late strike from Alou Kuol,Continue reading “Brian Kaltak wins continental tournament as Central Coast Mariners beats Al-Ahed in AFC Cup grand final”

Brian Kaltak’s Central Coast Mariners ready for the final showdown in continental stage

The Vanuatu national team captain Brian Kaltak is going to be one of the leaders of his Central Coast Mariners this Sunday (05th May) as they take on Al-Ahed from Lebanon in the grand final match of the AFC Cup – the second most important club competition of Asian continent. After a long road, MarinersContinue reading “Brian Kaltak’s Central Coast Mariners ready for the final showdown in continental stage”

Brian Kaltak and Central Coast Mariners celebrate the Premier’s Plate in A-League

In a rainy night in Gosford, Australia the Vanuatu superstar Brian Kaltak achieved one more key milestone in his exceptional football career. The central defender helped his side Central Coast Mariners to win the Premier’s Plate of the 2023/24 season, a feat the club did not achieve for 12 years. The plate is awarded toContinue reading “Brian Kaltak and Central Coast Mariners celebrate the Premier’s Plate in A-League”

Role Model: Vanuatu’s Brian Kaltak named “Coach’s Player of the Year” for Central Coast Mariners

In a momentous recognition of talent and dedication, Vanuatu international Brian Kaltak has been awarded the coveted title of “Coach’s Player of the Year” for his stellar performances with the Central Coast Mariners in Australia. Affectionately known as the “Brick Wall of Gosford,” Kaltak’s defensive prowess has not only secured victories for his team butContinue reading “Role Model: Vanuatu’s Brian Kaltak named “Coach’s Player of the Year” for Central Coast Mariners”

Brian Kaltak is very close to achieve another milestone in Australia

The Vanuatu football star, captain of the national team, Brian Kaltak is very close of reaching another impressive milestone in his professional football career in Australia. The central back is just one match away from clinching the Premier’s Plate for Central Coast Mariners in the A-League, the title given to the top-placed team of theContinue reading “Brian Kaltak is very close to achieve another milestone in Australia”