Rookie winger’s pleasant selection ‘shock’
A potential Socceroos debutant’s coffee plans quickly changed after he was notified he had been chosen in the national squad.
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Striker targeting maiden Socceroos goal
Adelaide Oval looms as the perfect place for a proud South Australian to score his first goal for the Socceroos on Thursday night.
Victory reacts to shareholder’s collapse
Melbourne Victory isn’t concerned by the collapse of one of the A-League club’s shareholders.
Dutch great tied to ‘Golden Generation’ dies
A Dutch great who left an indelible mark on the Socceroos’ “Golden Generation” has died aged 73.
‘Deeply saddened’: Football world in mourning as legend, Guus’ Socceroos assistant dies
Socceroos manager Guus Hiddink’s assistant at the 2006 FIFA World Cup and Ajax and Barcelona legend Johan Neeskens has died aged 73.
Report fears A-League W could collapse within just two years
A scathing report into professional women’s football PFA fears the A-Leagues’ Women’s will crumble within two years if the league doesn’t turn full-time professional by the 2026 Asian Cup.
Matildas production line in peril
There are fears that the A-League women’s competition will fail to produce future Matildas or attract top quality players unless it turns professional.
‘Unnerving time’: Socceroos’ new coach anxiety
A leading Socceroo admits players are on edge following the appointment of Tony Popovic as Australia’s new coach.
Wanderers star races clock for derby
With the start of the A-League season and a Sydney derby looming, an injured Wanderers star is running out of time to prove his fitness.
‘Humiliated’: Ange furious as team torched
A “gutted” Ange Postecoglou has let his team have it after an embarrassing game where he could barely believe what he saw.
‘Worst since I’ve been here’: Ange ‘gutted’ as Aussie left seething over ‘unacceptable’ Spurs choke
Ange Postecoglou has not held back with a scathing assessment of his player mentality after Tottenham blew a golden chance to move up the Premier League table.
Fowler follows Cleary with starring role
Mary Fowler couldn’t be in Sydney to cheer on her superstar NRL boyfriend as he won the grand final because she was too busy starring herself in England.
Matildas’ stunning sellout streak hits hurdle after Olympic shocker
The last time the Matildas played a friendly on home soil, the last tickets were snapped up only an hour after going on sale. But Football Australia isn’t ready for the streak to end just yet.
Luongo’s Roos’ return shelved
An A-League veteran has a chance to make his Socceroos debut after injuries, including an ankle problem that has sidelined Massimo Luongo, forced changes to Australia’s 26-man squad for games against China and Japan.
‘Fool’: Storm erupts as Socceroo snubs King
Socceroos legend and former Australian of the Year Craig Foster is being torn to shreds over a public snub of King Charles.
Star’s mum confused for his girlfriend
Football fans were left stunned after realising the woman posing in photos with Leon Dajaku was not his partner but his mother.
Mariners captain ‘aiming for the top’ in 2024/25 A-League Women season
The Central Coast Mariners are looking to build on a hugely impressive re-debut last season. Read why captain Taren King believes they can make it to the top.
The sliding doors moment that cost Matildas Australia’s best coach
About 30 days – that is how much Football Australia missed signing one of the world’s best women’s football coaches as Tony Gustavsson’s successor.
Shock retirement flip for Socceroo
An English Premier League midfielder has been named in the latest Socceroos squad by the new coach after coming out of international retirement.
Champion of Champions: 35+ young guns set to star in football semis
The best clubs from across NSW are in the midst of a battle for ultimate glory at the 2024 Champion of Champions. Check out 35+ players to watch ahead of the semi finals.
Matildas star saluted by peers
One of the Matildas’ most popular players has been recognised by her peers for her good form.
Fan favourite wins young player of the year, as star snubbed
An Aussie fan favourite has joined an exclusive club as a second time winner of the FPA’s best young footballer award, while one of the nation’s fastest rising talents was snubbed by their peers.
Veteran keeper opts against Socceroos return
Having already come out of international retirement only to be overlooked, one of Australia’s best goalkeepers has closed the door on a Socceroos return.
Matildas record-holder makes big call
A Matildas legend is calling time on an international career that has included selection in five of Australia’s FIFA Women’s World Cup squads.
‘I’ve given everything’: Much loved Matilda hangs up the boots
The Matildas’ most capped player has revealed she has called time on her glittering national career that has spanned almost half her life, but she will get one last chance to say goodbye to her home fans.
‘Really poor’ Mariners beaten
The Central Coast Mariners have plenty of work ahead of them if they want to match the success they had last season.
One reason for Socceroos’ poor start
Getting the best consistently out of several younger and inexperienced Socceroos is a challenge that awaits the national team’s new coaching staff.
Young Matildas captain opens up on ‘no-brainer’ move to Mariners
Young Matildas captain Jessika Nash has opted for a sea-change for her fifth A-League season. Read why her move to the Mariners was a ‘no-brainer.’
Aussie strike stuns Mariners in shock Champions League defeat
An Australian once on the books of a Premier League club has sunk Central Coast Mariners in a stunning AFC Champions League Elite defeat to Thai club Buriram United.
Ex-Socceroos coach in line for top Asian award
Despite standing down as Socceroos boss last month, Graham Arnold’s efforts have been recognised by the Asian Football Confederation.
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