Fears revealed over extreme A-League salary cap gamble
The PFA fears the proposed new salary cap will make it impossible for any Australian team to compete with Asian sides in the Champions League.
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PSG power past Arsenal to reach Champions League final
Paris Saint-Germain will play Inter Milan in the Champions League final – but defeated Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta remained defiant, arguing his side was the best side in the competition.
World erupts over ‘broken’ football laughing stock
They’re one of the most famous clubs in world football but their drought has continued with a heartbreaking Champions League exit.
Donald Trump’s bizarre Russian ‘incentive’
Donald Trump has shared a questionable left-field idea that he believes could end the long-running war between Russia and Ukraine.
How FA will keep young stars primed during long off-season
Future Matildas will be given the rare opportunity to train with current stars as Football Australia looks to find a way to keep players competitive during the lengthy A-League’s Women’s offseason.
Matildas’ huge boost in hunt for next coach
After a nine-month search and lengthy wait, Football Australia look to be closing in on the next Matildas coach with the lead contender reportedly walking away from his job in Europe.
The serial winner at the heart of Matildas’ 279-day coach hunt
A serial winner who took the hard road to the top of world football, Joe Montemurro is the reason the Matildas were willing to wait for a new head coach. Meet the man who could save them.
Young guns hoping for fond A-League farewell
Helping their clubs win this season’s A-League championship would be the ultimate way for two of the competition’s best young forwards say goodbye to Australia.
A-League battlers reveal ‘right move’ for club
Brisbane Roar wants a smaller home ground but aren’t ready to totally cut ties with Suncorp Stadium.
New Roar coach has lofty ambitions
Brisbane new coach Michael Valkanis intent on lifting the struggling Roar out of the A-League doldrums.
Socceroos great handed mighty new task
The coaching merry-go-round in the A-League has continued with a famous Australian football name given a big job.
‘New course’: Roar confirms coach’s sacking
Brisbane Roar officials have finally acted on the club’s poor form by parting ways with coach Ruben Zadkovich and naming his replacement.
‘We deserve finals spot’: Reds coach
There is no doubt in Carl Veart’s mind that his Adelaide United team is worthy of a place in this season’s A-League finals series.
Alexander-Arnold confirms Reds exit
Football: Trent Alexander-Arnold has confirmed he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season.
Forest miss chance to climb into top 4
Football: Nottingham Forest have dropped points two games in a row to once again miss a chance climb into European spots.
Blues down new champions Liverpool
Football: Chelsea have taken a huge step towards champions league football with a big win at home against Liverpool.
Chelsea sink champions Liverpool, Man Utd crash at Brentford
Chelsea improved their chances of qualifying for the Champions League with a vital 3-1 victory over Liverpool, while Manchester United’s winless league run reached six games.
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UCL chaos: Save of season, extra-time decide semi-final epic
Inter Milan will face either Arsenal or Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final after surviving an epic semi-final against Barcelona thanks to the heroics of keeper Yann Sommer.
Former Socceroos boss Graham Arnold to coach Iraq
Former Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has reportedly signed with a rival Asian outfit ahead of next round of World Cup qualifiers.
Socceroos coach’s challenge to young guns
Staying in the A-League for another season and scoring 20 goals could earn talented young Australian forwards a place at next year’s World Cup.
Victory and Jets battle out heated final round draw
Rob Stanton’s time at Newcastle ended with a final-round draw against Melbourne Victory on Sunday with all eyes now shifting to the A-League finals. Read all the final round action here.
Brilliant Bunge guides Melbourne to victory in ALW semi
A pair of Claudia Bunge goals has given Melbourne Victory the early advantage over Adelaide United in the ALW semi-final series on Sunday.
Doubt cast over Sydney FC’s re-signed coach after failed season
Sydney FC have just re-signed coach Ufuk Talay, but after the club’s failure to reach the finals, doubt is creeping in. Click for full Sky Blues analysis, a memorable finals clash to come and why the sky is the limit for Adelaide.
‘Frustration, rage, anger’ set in for Gunners after latest PL loss
Chasing momentum ahead of their Champions League semi-final, Arsenal’s latest Premier League defeat left a sour taste in their manager’s mouth. PREMIER LEAGUE WRAP.
City keen to exploit ‘weak’ Sydney defence
Melbourne City has the chance to not only end Sydney FC’s season on Saturday but also secure an AFC Champions League Elite spot.
How a broken wrist turned a benchwarmer into a bona fide star
In one short off-season, Claudia Jenkins has gone from bench warmer to star performer for Adelaide United. The key to her turnaround? A broken wrist.
Billionaires save Aussie club in eyewatering deal
Fears about Western United’s future have been quashed following an investment of more than $70m in the A-League club by a US-based business.
Embattled A-League club’s $70m lifeline
Fears about Western United’s future have been quashed following an investment of more than $70m in the A-League club by a US-based business.
The US billionaires behind $100m A-League club rescue
Meet the billionaire US property tycoons who have saved A-League strugglers Western United with what is believed to be the richest deal in Australian sporting history.
Late twist as Ange’s Spurs claim big Euro win
Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham dominated their home leg of the Europa League semi-final, but a late twist leaves things delicately placed.
Ange’s trophy dream alive as Spurs control in Europa League
Ange Postecoglou’s dreams of lifting a trophy with Tottenham are on track, but a late goal conceded by Spurs means the return leg will be a nervous occasion for the beleaguered boss.
Inside the lives of Australian sporting power couples
Among the most recognisable faces in the country, Australia’s sporting power couples are taking over. But behind the movie star smiles the challenges they face, and sacrifices they make, can paint a very different picture.
Total disaster confronts the much-hyped Sky Blues
Sydney FC failing to make finals was fantasy when the A-League Men’s season began. Yet that is the stark possibility. Robbie Slater and Marco Monteverde discuss why.
A-League club hit with FIFA ban
An A-League club’s hopes of bringing new players in has been dealt a severe blow by a FIFA ban.
‘Unbelievable’ teen freak blows world away
The teenage heir apparent to Lionel Messi has stolen the show in a thrilling Champions League semi-final were the goals kept coming.
Teen freak makes CL history with wonder goal in all-time classic
Seventeen year old sensation Lamine Yamal has lit up the Champions League semi-finals, scoring a goal for the ages in a six-goal classic.
Popovic seeking midfield ‘solution’
An “unexpected” selection could be the answer for the Socceroos in their bid to replace injured star Jackson Irvine.
Next best thing for A-League premiers
Being unable to compete in the AFC Champions League Elite competition has A-League premiers Auckland FC exploring other options.
Dembele sinks Arsenal as PSG seize Champions League edge
Ousmane Dembele’s fourth-minute strike proved the difference as Paris Saint-Germain won 1-0 away to Arsenal to gain the upper hand in their Champions League semi-final.
GPS First XI football’s players of the week; Rd 1 debut boys
GPS First XI football: The Southport School sounded a premiership alarm in round 1 as Queensland’s top schoolboy competition returned in stunning fashion. See who starred for all eight schools here.
Major concession as Kerr mystery deepens
More than 14 months after suffering an ACL injury, the mystery surrounding Matildas star Sam Kerr is just getting deeper.
Import striker finds form at perfect time and saves Mariners’ season
28 hours after they were meant to play, the Central Coast Mariners have produced a major comeback over Canberra United, with English import Jade Pennock finding form at the perfect moment.
Apology rejected, commentary storm erupts
Ian Wright has condemned Eni Aluko’s comments about the struggles of females in the sports broadcasting world, which was quickly met with swift backlash.
Sydney FC star under injury cloud
A key member of Sydney FC’s side is battling a groin injury ahead of one of the Sky Blues’ most important games of the A-League season.
Star Matildas trio set to play for club football’s biggest prize
Major trophy success has eluded the Matildas’ golden generation – but now a trio of Australian stars are gunning for the biggest club prize in world football.
Hard truths, crash bags, coffee bars: the making of champions
When Jurgen Klopp left, Liverpool’s glory days were meant to be numbered. Instead, it looks like Arne Slot’s winning machine is just getting started. The key factors behind their title win.
Aussie great says Ange is ‘gone’
Such has been Tottenham’s disastrous Premier League campaign, Europa League glory isn’t expected to be enough for Ange Postecoglou to keep his job as Spurs manager.
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