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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.

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.

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)

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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.

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)

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A-League rocked by betting scandal

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

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)

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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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Melbourne Victory face Melbourne City in the A-League grand final.

Burning questions ahead of the A-League grand final

A rollercoaster of an A-League season is poised to end on a high in a grand final that doubles as a derby between two of the competition’s fiercest rivals. These are the five burning questions.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 16: Andreas Kuen of Melbourne City warms up ahead of the the A-League Men Semi Final match between Western United and Melbourne City at AAMI Park, on May 16, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

City star to welcome hostile atmosphere

Playing in a finals series has been something new for Melbourne City midfielder Andreas Kuen, who wants to celebrate his first A-League season with championship glory.

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