ISUZU UTE A-LEAGUE - UNITING FOOTBALL FANS
Isuzu UTE are the Official Automotive Partner of the A-Leagues Men, Women, Youth and E-Sport Leagues. With the 23/24 season under way for the Women's and Men's League, Isuzu UTE will continue to support 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.
Isuzu UTE Continues to Support the A-Leagues
Isuzu UTE is happy to announce an extension to support the A-Leagues for an additional two seasons of thrilling football following a successful first two seasons of partnership. The A-Leagues competitions have continued to break records and showcase spectacular Australian talent. With the new agreement, Isuzu UTE Australia is looking forward to growing the partnership with a commitment to continue supporting the A-Leagues, both on and off the pitch, through to 2026.
WATCH THE PARTNERSHIP IN ACTION
Growing The Game, Growing The Community
Western United Football Club is a relatively new expansion club that has achieved the holy grail in only their third season of existence by being crowned as the Isuzu UTE A-Leagues Champions in 2022. Go behind the scenes to see how Isuzu UTE are helping Western United grow the game and give back to the community through a variety of development initiatives travelling in their Isuzu D-MAX to local soccer clubs, schools, communities and multi-cultural groups around the state.
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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INTRODUCING 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 NEW HOME OF A-LEAGUES FOOTBALL
The new A-Leagues APP gives you even more access to the A-Leagues and your favourite club with new features that will enhance your pre, during and post-match experience. The new website is the home of all news, videos, fixtures and results, ladders, stats, fantasy and tipping for the Isuzu UTE A-League Men and Liberty A-League Women.
Fans will also be 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 new website using the link below.
CAN YOU MAKE IT TO
THE GRAND FINAL?
Do you have what it takes to drive the Mini D-MAX through the obstacles as you make your way to the A-LEAGUES Grand Final Stadium? Go as far as you can in the game and challenge your mates to see who make it to the top of the high-score leader board.
Play NowEXCLUSIVE 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.