Inside the youth revolution that can transform Australian football
A-Leagues’ planned new salary cap will force clubs to change their philosophies around building their squads. But Melbourne City is already showing the way on how it must be done.
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Aloisi laments ‘poor’ United display
Having been in A-League premiership contention two weeks ago, Western United’s top-two hopes have dipped after successive losses.
Ange renews battle with journos after career-saving European win
Ange Postecoglou delivered one of the most stirring victories of his career as Tottenham surged into the semi-finals of the Europa League – before the embattled coach took a shot at the media.
Team plays hours after star plunges to death
There has been widespread outrage as footballers were made to play despite a police investigation into the tragic death of a teammate.
Wild scenes, drama as Postecoglou survives
Ange Postecoglou’s neck is on the chopping block, but one image from his team’s massive win on Friday shows there is a long way to go.
The true cost of Sydney’s embarrassing Champions League exit
Sydney FC’s loss in their AFC Champions League Two semi-final could be costly in more ways than one given a pending revamp of the A-League Men’s salary cap.
Brisbane Roar ends 13-month win drought at home
Brisbane Roar’s first A-League home win in 13 months has put Western United’s premiership prospects out of their control.
Reds stalwart desperate to celebrate milestone with a win
A new record for most appearances for Adelaide United is likely to be set at Coopers Stadium on Friday night.
Postecoglou feels ‘no burden’ with 30-year journey hanging by thread
Win in Frankfurt and Tottenham Hotspur can still aspire to the trophy that may earn Ange Postecoglou a third season. Lose, and the defining job of his career may be doomed.
Players hit out at ‘half-baked’ A-League salary cap shake-up
The PFA has slammed the A-Leagues’ bosses “half-baked cost-cutting” salary cap plan, saying it breaches the CBA and would “weaken the product”.
A-League salary cap to be revamped
The A-League and its players are set to clash over salary cap reforms announced on Wednesday.
New salary cap to shake-up A-League Men’s competition
Significant changes by the Australian Professional Leagues are set to impact every single A-League Men’s club. ERIN SMITH reports.
The Tackle: Why leaving Costa on the bench was the best decision
Sydney FC boss Ufuk Talay left Douglas Costa on the bench in the absorbing draw with Auckland. Socceroos great Robbie Slater and Marco Monteverde argue why it was the right decision in The Tackle.
Ange nears axe, Spurs face historic low after fresh humiliation
Ange Postecoglou is on the verge of unwanted history – as he zeros in on being remembered as the worst manager in Tottenham history following another disastrous defeat.
Arsenal held by Brentford as faint title hopes fade
Arsenal’s faint Premier League title hopes were effectively extinguished as a late equaliser from Yoane Wissa earned Brentford a 1-1 draw. EPL WRAP
Ange witch hunt after mole leaks private info
Ange Postecoglou has been betrayed with revelations the Aussie manager is hunting a mole in the ranks inside his team’s dressing room.
Free-kick masterclass puts Gunners on brink of CL semis
Declan Rice had never scored directly from a freekick in his professional career. In the space of 12 minutes, he scored two absolute stunners against Real Madrid. Champions League wrap >>
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Six contenders to save Matildas after Fowler injury disaster
The Matildas were dealt a devastating blow when Mary Fowler’s ruptured ACL was confirmed. With the Asian Cup firmly in sight, we look at the contenders to fill in for the star attacker.
Arsenal make Champions League statement amid penalty drama
In a game that saw one penalty overturned and another missed, Arsenal stormed Real Madrid’s Bernebau fortress to secure their spot in the Champions League semi-finals.
Sports power couple split in marriage shock
One of the world’s biggest sporting power couples appear to have split up and are living apart after nearly a decade of marriage.
Sydney FC falls short in bid to reach lucrative final
They won on the night, but the Sky Blues failed to advance to the AFC Champions League Two final.
Mary Fowler cops heartbreaking news
The Matildas have been dealt a crushing blow after Mary Fowler’s injury news was confirmed in heartbreaking news.
Matildas star suffers ruptured ACL injury
Mary Fowler has vowed to ‘stay positive’ following confirmation that the Matildas star has suffered a ruptured ACL injury.
Mary Fowler’s worst injury fears confirmed
Mary Fowler was taken off the field early in Manchester City’s FA Women’s Cup semi-final on Sunday and her worst fears have been confirmed wreaking havoc for the Matildas’ Asian Cup campaign.
‘We thought it was over’: PSG’s great Champions League escape
The Champions League picture is becoming clearer – with two absolute heavyweights marching into the semi-finals. But for Paris Saint-German, it could’ve so easily unravelled.
Prince William loses his mind in utter agony
Spare a thought for Prince William after his beloved football team suffered a heartbreaking exit in the Champions League that left him in tatters.
Internet melts over Matildas star’s big news
Matildas star Emily van Egmond and her partner have taken to social media to share some life-changing news.
Fans condemn star over sickening tackle
One of the worlds best football players has been torn to shreds after delivering one of the worst tackle attempts you’ll ever see.
Change of date for Cup playoffs
The decision to contest the Australia Cup playoffs in May rather and July has been well-received by A-League clubs
Key Socceroo’s surprise early injury return
In good news for the Socceroos ahead of June’s FIFA World Cup qualifiers, a talented defender is set to be available for selection after recovering from a serious knee injury.
Matildas rocked by brutal Mary Fowler blow
Matildas superstar Mary Fowler has picked up a horror blow, which could see her miss the Asian Cup.
Postecoglou done: ‘X-rated horror show’
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou has made unwanted history as fans demand the Aussie is sacked immediately.
‘Catastrophic’: Fowler knee injury fears
With Sam Kerr still a while away from a return a knee injury to Matildas teammate and star Mary Fowler is not good news.
Wanderers strike blow to Western’s premiership hopes
Western Wanderers have dealt Western United’s A-League premiership hopes a major blow after prevailing 2-0 in a meeting between the competition’s most in-form sides. Catch up on all the news from the weekend.
Sam Kerr’s nan breaks silence on crash
Sam Kerr’s grandmother has defied the odds to celebrate her 90th birthday, after suffering horrific injuries when she was struck by a car while getting off a bus.
A-League Women’s premiership race set for photo finish
Melbourne City almost locked up top spot on the A-League Women’s table with their win over Newcastle, but the race is still alive, with their cross town rivals a big threat.
Coach makes ‘difficult’ Sam Kerr admission
The truth about Sam Kerr’s future has slipped out with her coach dropping news her fans desperately didn’t want to hear.
Ange determined to weed out ‘mole’ in Spurs ranks
Embattled Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou is determined to embody the spirit of George Smiley and weed out the ‘mole’ leaking Tottenham injury and selection news.
Arzani in a ‘really good spot’ after Popovic blast
Star playmaker Daniel Arzani is ready to have an ‘impact’ in Melbourne Victory’s bid for A-League glory.
Sky Blues seeking revenge on A-League leaders
Sydney FC can ill-afford a loss to Auckland FC on Saturday such is the tight battle for an A-League top-six berth.
Secret hint in Matildas coach hunt revealed as favourite firms
Tom Sermanni’s reign as interim Matildas mentor will continue for another two games – but the latest delay gives the biggest hint yet at who looks set to be announced as the next coach.
‘Done my best’ says departing Reds coach
Carl Veart says “time will tell” whether he coaches elsewhere after being told his Adelaide United coaching contract will not be renewed.
Sydney FC cops raw deal in Champions League push
Sydney FC have a mountain to climb in the AFC Champions League but their campaign hasn’t been helped by the Australian Professional Leagues’ lack of flexibility.
How Brisbane Roar plan to channel Ted Lasso for finals bid
Laini Freier knows the Brisbane Roar have a bit of work to do if they want to play finals but says the key to success is to simply ‘believe’ in a tight finals race.
Soccer player dies after terrifying collision
A football match in Peru was brought to a standstill after a horrifying collision that resulted in a 21-year-old player passing away.
Postecoglou’s job hangs in the balance as Spurs draw
Australia’s Ange Postecoglou will be hoping the pressure on his coaching career will ease after Tottenham’s game in the first leg of the Europa League quarter-final ended in a draw.
Wasteful Spurs leave Postecoglou’s trophy bid teetering
Ange Postecoglou’s bid to end Tottenham’s long trophy drought is delicately poised after his Spurs side squandered several chances in the first leg of their Europa League tie against Frankfurt.
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