A-Leagues Alumni Weekly Update: Nieuwenhof shines for Hearts, Muscat’s winning start in China, and more!

Calem Nieuwenhof, formerly of Western Sydney Wanderers, stood out in a crucial victory for Hearts over Celtic, assisting in the 2-0 win and earning praise for his defensive efforts. Nieuwenhof expressed a desire to emulate high-performing midfielders like Callum McGregor and John Lundstram. Kye Rowles, a Socceroos defender, played a pivotal role in the defensive unit for Hearts.

Kevin Muscat, formerly of Melbourne Victory, achieved his first league win as coach of Shanghai Port in the Chinese Super League. Notable players in Muscat’s squad include Brazilian midfielder Oscar. Roy Krishna, a former Johnny Warren Medalist, scored for Odisha FC in the Indian Super League but was outdone by Jordan Murray, who secured a dramatic win for Chennaiyin FC.

Jason Cummings and Dimi Petratos showcased their scoring abilities for Mohun Bagan in a 3-0 victory, with Cummings hitting the milestone 250th goal of the ISL season. Charles Lokolingoy continued his scoring streak in Indonesia, netting his fifth goal in four games for Arema FC, contributing to their battle to avoid relegation.

On the other hand, Jonathan Aspropotamitis had a debut to forget for Pohang Steelers in the K League 1, as he received a red card in a defeat to Ulsan Hyundai. Aspropotamitis will face suspension for the upcoming match against Daegu.Overall, Australian talents are making waves overseas across various leagues, showcasing their skills and adaptability on the global stage.

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