Football legend son’s unbelievable goal stuns
The son of Arsenal legend Paul Merson left his teammates in absolute awe as he scored a stunning wonder volley.
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How horrific injury challenged A-League star’s greatest strength
Claudia Mihocic executed a slide tackle so powerful the impact with the ball shattered her ankle – the pain so great it took her mind longer to heal than her body.
Super-sub hands Liverpool thrilling Champions League win over PSG
Harvey Elliott scored with his first touch after coming on as a late substitute to give Liverpool an unlikely 1-0 win away to Paris Saint-Germain.
Sky Blues seeking ‘smart’ display
Sydney FC is facing a ‘massive’ test against South Korean club Jeonbuk in the AFC Champions League Two quarter-finals.
Roar pair opts to stay home as cyclone approaches
With Cyclone Alfred approaching, a couple of experienced Brisbane Roar players have opted to remain at home with their families rather than travel to Adelaide for an A-League match.
Former Socceroo defends rape allegations
The former A-League defender has fronted a Sydney court charged with aggravated sexual assault in company.
Games moved, postponed: How TC Alfred has sidelined sport
Tropical Cyclone Alfred has wreaked havoc on sports across all levels in Queensland, with AFL and NRL among those forced to reconsider their plans for this weekend.
Socceroo makes timely return
While it’s good news for one Socceroo, another has been sidelined for the rest of the season with an ankle injury.
Blueprint for Aussie success in Asia
The Young Socceroos’ AFC Under-20 Asian Cup success came on the back of meticulous planning from coach Trevor Morgan and his staff.
The Matilda in the best shape of her career… except she can’t run
Kyah Simon has opened up about her ongoing injury battles, why she refuses to give up and the lengths she is going to make sure her she is fit for an A-League return.
United’s disaster season hits fresh low in FA Cup shocker
A miserable season for former heavyweights Manchester United took another bitter twist with a gut-wrenching defeat ending their last hopes of a domestic trophy this year.
How A-League’s secret gift landed historic Asian Cup triumph
A-League clubs deserve credit for shaping future Socceroos after young stars won the U20 Asian Cup, while leaving a young striker out of the next squad seems “near impossible.” More in The Tackle with Robbie Slater and Marco Monteverde.
Clinical Wanderers climb into A-League top-four
Western Sydney Wanderers overcame a slow start to secure a thumping 4-1 victory over Perth Glory, a result which saw Alen Stajcic’s men move into the top-four. Catch up on all the latest news.
Young Socceroos win Asian Cup in thrilling finish
The Young Socceroos are champions of Asia for the first time in a huge moment for Australian football — thanks to some penalty shoot-out heroics.
‘Scum’: Football rocked by ‘worst ever’ hit
An international star has been rushed to hospital after a sickening karate kick with the football world in disgust over a vile crowd chant.
Soccer star hospitalised after ‘most reckless challenge ever’
The FA Cup turned nasty on Saturday, with star French striker Jean Philippe-Mateta hospitalised after a red-card challenge dubbed the most reckless of all time.
ALW Tackle: No fairytale exit for Johnson, huge broadcast win
As Kahli Johnson prepares to depart for Canada, she has revealed a key trait in Western United’s squad which is a “great representation” of the A-Leagues club. Erin Smith brings you the latest in this week’s ALW Tackle.
Matildas issue no one is talking about
A core group of Matildas players that have been part of the national team for several years need to take responsibility for the side’s current form.
‘Response’ needed from rattled Reds
Having lost two successive matches, Adelaide United can ill-afford a third consecutive defeat on Saturday against Auckland FC.
Aussie legend calls out damning Kerr issue
Australian football legend Mark Bosnich has laid into Football Australia for what he believes has been a costly blunder.
‘No drop-off’ for Young ‘Roos
The Young Socceroos are one win away from being crowned under-20 champions of Asia.
How Aussie star arranged move to Canada over Facetime
Kahli Johnson is willing to do anything to achieve her dream of playing football overseas – including moving halfway around the world to an apartment she has only seen via Facetime.
Cleary rushes to Fowler amid Matildas furore
Panthers star Nathan Cleary has broken camp in Las Vegas, rushing to be with Mary Fowler with the Matildas in crisis.
‘Cancel Culture at work – people can’t handle the truth anymore’
Marty Sheargold’s controversial comments about women’s sport may have opened up an even bigger can of worms. HAVE YOUR SAY
Slater: The men who hold their A-League teams’ finals fortunes
Socceroos great Robbie Slater and Marco Monteverde reveal the men who must stand tall in a crucial derby clash, why Zach Clough is so important to Adelaide United’s fortunes, and how the Wanderers can make the most of this week.
Radio star’s wild Sheargold theory
On Thursday, Ben Fordham went into bat for Sheargold with a bizarre argument for the ‘comedian’.
Sydney clinches 2026 Asian Women’s Cup final
Sydney has pulled off another sporting coup by being awarded the final of the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup, with details of the 21-day festival locked in.
Slater: Three glaring questions facing the Matildas
There are three glaring questions that need to be answered if the Matildas want to be challengers at the Asian Cup in 12 months time, and they need to move fast, writes ROBBIE SLATER.
Matildas want coaching ‘surety’ from Football Australia
The Matildas have lost a third successive match in a ‘massive wake-up call’ ahead of next year’s AFC Women’s Asian Cup.
Ratings: Who flopped hardest in Matildas’ disaster tournament
Australia weren’t expected to win the SheBelieves Cup – but their shallow showing suggested they are on a slippery slope down the rankings. Every Matilda rated from a disappointing tournament.
Embarrassing defeat ends Matildas’ nightmare tournament
The Matildas miserable SheBelieves Cup hit a fresh low, with Colombia slamming home a pair of goals to consign the Australians to a trio of losses.
Matildas knocked out, horror run continues
The Matildas’ poor form has continued with the team knocked out of the She Believes Cup after a loss to Colombia on Thursday.
PM’s scathing words for radio host
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has weighed in on the controversial comments from a radio host regarding the Matildas
Olympian exposes sad truth in Marty sacking
Olympic legend Cate Campbell has not held back, lashing Marty Sheargold while calling out a wider issue in his anti-women’s sport rant.
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