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Erin Smith is a sports reporter for the National Sports Network and CODE Sports. She is die-hard sports fan with a passion for football, women’s sports and Olympics.

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Socceroos

MANAMA, BAHRAIN - NOVEMBER 19: Kusini Yengi of Australia scores his team's first goal past Ebrahim Lutfalla of Bahrain during the FIFA World Cup Asian 3rd Qualifier Group C match between Bahrain and Australia on November 19, 2024 in Manama, Bahrain. (Photo by Christopher Pike/Getty Images)

He saved the Socceroos but wasteful star almost cost them the lot

Kusini Yengi came to the rescue for the Socceroos deep into stoppage time, but if the striker really does want to be the next Tim Cahill he has a long way to go, writes ERIN SMITH.

ExclusiveFootball

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 10: Nestory Irankunda of Australia looks on before taking to the field during an Australia Socceroos press conference and training session at HBF Park on June 10, 2024 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

Irankunda, young stars, fuel A-Leagues’ historic transfer surge

A-League’s Men’s transfer fees hit an all time high last season – exceeding broadcast revenue for the first time – and while crowd numbers might look poor, there are positive signs for the future.

Football

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 06: Kristie Mewis and Sam Kerr attend the Reimagining The Future Gala Dinner for Lewis Hamilton's Charitable Foundation, Mission 44 at The Design Museum on November 06, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Shane Anthony Sinclair/Getty Images for Mission 44)

‘Shocked, saddened’: Kerr-Mewis’ joy soured by homophobic trolls

The excitement of Sam Kerr’s baby news overnight has been marred by homophobic comments, forcing her club to step in and leaving the wider community ‘shocked’ and ‘saddened.’

A-League

Dodgy Leichhardt Oval, industrial action, causes A-League chaos

The A-League has been dealt a major double blow just days out from Unite Round, with strike action across public transport adding to the forced move of fixtures to a new stadium.

Football

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 16: Taylor Otto of Melbourne City warms up before during the round three A-League Women's match between Melbourne City and Central Coast Mariners at City Football Academy, on November 16, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

The football star who had her ACL removed and has not looked back

A ruptured ACL – it is the most dreaded injury in women’s football. But while most are stuck on the sidelines for 12 months afterwards, Taylor Otto removed the problem altogether.

Football

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 16: Emily Van-Egmond and Sam Kerr of Australia applaud fans after the team's 1-3 defeat and elimination from the tournament following the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Semi Final match between Australia and England at Stadium Australia on August 16, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

‘Results don’t lie’: Matildas veteran opens up on disastrous Olympics

Emily van Egmond breaks down the Matildas “disappointing” Olympics campaign and how interim coach Tom Sermanni has helped turn it around.

Football

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 08: Juan Mata of the Wanderers warms up during the round four A-League Men match between Western Sydney Wanderers and Newcastle Jets at CommBank Stadium, on November 08, 2024, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Matt King/Getty Images)

Football legend’s move to the bench labelled ‘disrespectful’

He has won a World Cup and is a football legend yet Juan Mata has been relegated to the bench in the A-League’s a move experts have labelled ‘disrespectful.’

Women's Football

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 03: Cortnee Vine of Australia attempts a shot at goalduring the international friendly match between Australia Matildas and China PR at Accor Stadium on June 03, 2024 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

‘I’ll return stronger’: World Cup hero breaks silence on Matildas absence

Matildas winger Cortnee Vine has revealed the reason why she has withdrawn herself from a second national team camp. ERIN SMITH has the story.

Sport

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 16: Mary Fowler of Australia looks dejected after the team's 1-3 defeat and elimination from the tournament following the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Semi Final match between Australia and England at Stadium Australia on August 16, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

Victoria snubbed as superstar Matildas banned from friendlies

Matildas coach Tom Sermanni has named an extended 36 player squad for their upcoming friendlies, but Victorian fans are set to miss out in a big way. Here’s why.

Football

WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND - NOVEMBER 10: Michelle Heyman of Canberra celebrates after scoring a goal during the round two A-League Women's match between Wellington Phoenix and Canberra United at Porirua Park on November 10, 2024 in Wellington, New Zealand. (Photo by Masanori Udagawa/Getty Images)

Player exodus: Why Matildas could up-end A-League season

The Matildas’ upcoming clashes with Brazil and Chinese Taipei could have a major impact on the A-League Women season with clubs braced to be missing their stars.

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