Montemurro’s stamp all over Matildas revolution
Joe Montemurro’s Matildas won’t play like Tom Sermanni’s or Tony Gustavsson’s did. Erin Smith lifts the lid on the big change fans can expect with Montemurro in charge.
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The $400,000 reason ALW won’t expand this season
Auckland FC’s inaugural men’s team won the A-League premiership this season but the APL have squashed its chances of creating the same magic with a women’s team.
Kerr makes surprise return to Matildas camp
Sam Kerr has made a surprise return to the Matildas camp as the Joe Montemurro era gets underway in the Chelsea superstar’s home city of Perth.
‘Sent me into a spiral’: Mental anguish of Matilda’s ACL battle
Amy Sayer felt like her knee had “dislocated five metres to the left”. It started a harrowing journey back to the Matildas that took more than 450 days. This is her story.
Matildas stars one step closer to English powerhouse reunion
Matildas star Ellie Carpenter appears to be one step closer to signing a massive transfer deal from Lyon to WSL club Chelsea, setting up a reunion with national teammate Sam Kerr.
The World Cup dream fuelling Tillies’ latest teenage sensation
When the Matildas triumphed in a dramatic penalty shootout against France at the last World Cup, Brisbane schoolgirl Grace Kuilamu was in the crowd. Now, the Brisbane Roar teenager is set to join the Tillies squad.
Star Matildas missing as Montemurro names first squad
With key players absent and many overseas based players only available for some of the Matildas’ upcoming matches, Joe Montemurro is in a race against the clock to prepare the national side for its first trophy in 15 years.
Socceroos get new naming sponsor, Aus football receives financial boost
After four years supporting the Matildas, CommBank is expanding its footprint in Australian football by strengthening ties with the Socceroos and helping community clubs throughout the country.
‘I just want the right fit’: Dilemma confronting Matildas hopeful
With the Asian Cup fast approaching, Teagan Micah has set her sights on winning back the goalkeeper’s jersey for the Matildas. But first she has to work out where she’ll be playing football next season.
Matildas star Gorry ties knot with long-time partner
Katrina Gorry has become the second Matildas player to tie the knot in a week, with the veteran midfielder marrying her long-time partner is a beautiful Hamilton Island wedding. SEE THE PICTURES.
Love, weddings and the ‘really difficult’ reality Matildas face
Matildas defender Charli Grant has opened up about the challenges of maintaining a long-distance relationship with fiance Lachlan on the other side of the world and juggling wedding plans with her sporting career.
The Matildas review Football Australia doesn’t want you to see
After promising a far-reaching investigation into the Matildas’ Olympics “trainwreck”, the Australian public has still not been told why the expensive campaign ended in shock, tears and embarrassment.
Bayern Munich thrash amateurs Auckland City 10-0 at Club World Cup
Bayern Munich showed no mercy to amateurs Auckland City at the Club World Cup, beating the minnows from New Zealand 10-0 in their opening game.
Arnold holed up in Iraq hotel as Iran-Israel conflict explodes
A “safe, but unsettled” Graham Arnold is holed up in his Baghdad hotel, though the former Socceroos coach is unable to get out of Iraq, as missiles fly between Israel and Iran.
How Popovic turned Socceroos’ ‘impossible task’ into reality
Tony Popovic made the “impossible task” for direct qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup a reality for the Socceroos. ERIN SMITH uncovers the attributes which made him the man best suited to make the North American dream come true.
Hint over Ange’s next club as link to big-money suitor emerges
Ange Postecoglou might soon have a new job as reports suggest a trophy-winning club have set their sights on the Australian manager.
Spurs players’ love of Ange overshadows his replacement
As Tottenham were unveiling their new manager, players were continuing to tribute Ange Postecoglou – while seemingly ignoring his replacement.
Aussie star ties knot with famous footballer
Matildas and Lyon star Ellie Carpenter has tied the knot with a footballer in a stunning European wedding. See the pictures here.
Latest generation of Socceroo heroes to enjoy the spotlight
Unlike the Matildas, these Socceroos players aren’t yet household names. But after qualifying for the World Cup it’s time for the men to take centre stage.
Fringe players, tactics, game styles: Popovic’s World Cup task list
One job done, work to do. After sealing World Cup qualification Tony Popovic has plenty to ponder. Erin Smith analyses how the Socceroos got here, and what’s ahead before the 2025 World Cup.
World Cup here we come! Socceroos qualify in style
The Socceroos are going to a sixth successive FIFA World Cup after sealing qualification with a 2-1 win over Saudi Arabia in Jeddah.
Why star English coach chose to assist Matildas
By Emily Husband taking the role as Matildas’ assistant coach, she continued a meteoric rise that started as an NPL assistant in 2020. Here she shares the reasons for taking the job.
Player tributes for ‘legend’ Ange hint at shameful Spurs theory
The outpouring of support from his players has confirmed sacked Tottenham coach Ange Postecoglou never lost the dressing room – only the support of the owner, who is now facing the heat.
Where to next for Ange as eye-watering payout figure revealed
16 days after a securing a drought breaking trophy, Ange Postecoglou is no longer the manager of Tottenham but the massive payout he is reported to be in line for will soften the fall.
Slater: Ange was right — and Spurs have made a big mistake
First trophy in 17 years. A united squad. Champions League spot secured. None of that was enough to save Ange Postecoglou’s job at Tottenham. Robbie Slater writes, good luck without him, Spurs.
Tottenham sacks Postecoglou despite Europa League victory
Tottenham sacked manager Ange Postecoglou just two weeks after he ended the club’s 17-year trophy drought by winning the Europa League.
What the Socceroos win means for our World Cup hopes
The Socceroos 1-0 win over Japan in Perth took us one step closer to direct World Cup qualification, but it isn’t guaranteed. What would it take for Saudi Arabia to leapfrog the Aussies? We take a look at the state of play.
The silver lining in Socceroos’ ‘ugly’ win against Japan
It was ugly, but all that matters is Aziz Behich’s 90th screamer gave the Socceroos their first win over Japan in 16 years and, crucially, a foot in the door of the 2026 World Cup. ERIN SMITH unpacks what went wrong, and what’s to learn, from the win.
Behich the hero! Socceroos on the road to the FIFA World Cup
A 90th minute Aziz Behich strike has all but secured direct qualification for the FIFA World Cup after the Socceroos’ 1-0 win against rivals Japan.
On the move: Rumours swirl around shock Carpenter transfer
Ellie Carpenter could be in for a shock club move that would see her link up with another Matildas teammate. Plus the latest transfer moves in the A-League. FULL LIST OF FREE AGENTS.
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