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Sydney FC appoints new chairman

‘Evolution’ of Sydney FC results in Scott Barlow being replaced as Sky Blues chairman by board member with ‘global perspective’.

HANGZHOU, CHINA - MARCH 25: Ryan Teague of Australia competes the ball during the FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers Group C match between China and Australia at Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium on March 25, 2025 in Hangzhou, China. (Photo by Lintao Zhang/Getty Images)

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‘That’s three’: Socceroo’s grand final agony

A win for the Socceroos on Thursday night would help Ryan Teague forget about the heartache of another grand final loss.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 27: Referee Alex King shows the yellow card to Riku Danzaki of Western United during the round 28 A-League Men match between Western United and Sydney FC at Ironbark Fields, on April 27, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

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Watch A-League star’s ‘dangerous tackle’ at centre of betting rort investigation

A yellow card received by Western United midfielder Riku Danzaki that led to him being charged by police was described by a commentator as “undeniably” deserving a card.

Japanese recruit Riku Danzaki and another player from a lower-level competition could face potential jail time after beingentangled in an inquiry by the Victoria Police sporting integrity intelligence unit.

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A-League star at centre of betting scandal revealed

A Japanese recruit who plays for Melbourne club Western United is one of two men charged by police after a major probe into betting corruption.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 31: City Head Coach Aurelio Vidmar, Kai Trewin and Aziz Behich embrace after winning the A-League Men Grand Final match between Melbourne City and Melbourne Victory at AAMI Park on May 31, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

How Vidmar shaped City and enacted his ultimate revenge

A grand final win is Aurelio Vidmar’s crowning achievement as a coach. But in true ‘Viddy’ style, the title isn’t about him, it’s about his players. Plus, ROBBIE SLATER and MARCO MONTEVERDE’s A-League men’s team of the year.

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SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - MAY 17: Referee Victor Rivas issues a yellow card during the first half of the game between the San Diego FC and the Sporting Kansas City at Snapdragon Stadium on May 17, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images)

A-League rocked by betting scandal

Victoria Police have charged two soccer players, including one A-League player, for allegedly manipulating yellow cards.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 31: Aziz Behich of the City holds aloft the A-League Men Championship trophy after winning the A-League Men Grand Final match between Melbourne City and Melbourne Victory at AAMI Park on May 31, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

City crowned kings of Melbourne football with A-League triumph

If there was any doubt about who were the kings of Victorian football, Melbourne City ended the debate with a grand final performance that mirrored their excellent season. Full analysis, and player ratings, inside.

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Leckie needs ‘really good break’, out of Socceroos squad

Battered and bruised after his man-of-the-match performance in the A-League grand final, Mathew Leckie has withdrawn from the Socceroos squad.

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City’s Yonatan Cohen celebrates his goal. Picture: Getty Images

Cohen goal the difference as City wins historic A-League title

Yonatan Cohen’s tenth minute strike proves the difference as City prevails 1-0 over Victory in a historic A-League grand final. Relive how it unfolded here.

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