How a forced restart brought winning feeling back to Matildas
The Matildas were without a number of their Olympic stars and yet, the forced restart caused by line-up and combination changes did the trick for a much needed confidence boost.
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The power of Sam Kerr
Through all the controversy, sensational headlines and injury lay-offs, there’s a simple fact that has been overlooked with Sam Kerr: She loves representing her country.
Van Egmond strike the difference as Matildas scrape home
The Matildas have ended a three-game losing run with a 1-0 victory over the Korea Republic in Sydney as the interim coaching spell of Tom Sermanni draws to a close.
‘Don’t know what you’re doing’: Pressure piles up on Ange
Tottenham fans turned on beleaguered boss Ange Postecoglou, chanting “you don’t know what you’re doing” as Spurs’ poor run continued with defeat at Chelsea.
Why blockbuster A-League clash could decide coaches’ fates
Socceroos great Robbie Slater and Marco Monteverde assess the coaches under immense pressure heading into a blockbuster clash, an exodus at the Jets, and the blowtorch on Melbourne clubs.
Slater: Kerr brings positive vibes as Matildas search for killer blow
The match against Korea Republic may be a ‘friendly’, but there is a lot riding on this match for the Matildas, as ROBBIE SLATER explains.
Matildas rocked as star duo ruled out, another in doubt
The Matildas have suffered a major blow heading into their two-match series against Korea, with two key players ruled out, and a third in significant doubt.
Postecoglou hopes ex-Tottenham boss gets Spurs return wish
Already a man under pressure, Ange Postecoglou says he does not feel ‘disrespected’ by former Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino’s stated desire to manage the club again one day.
Kerr keeping mum, but still sends a message
Sam Kerr’s return to the Matildas camp has been welcomed, as she took to the streets in Sydney with not a hint of the bother from her hellish past year.
Matildas’ dilemma: The question Australian football wants answered
Last year the stars almost aligned for the Matildas to land their dream coach. They’ve been coachless, and on a downhill slide, since. And everyone in Australian football wants one question answered.
Major blow sours Arsenal win, wonder goal burns Utd
EPL WRAP: Arsenal has kept its title hopes alive, but victory came a potentially serious cost against Fulham. Elsewhere, a length of the field goal from a United reject burnt the Red Devils.
‘Definitely not’: Matildas speak up over controversial Kerr call
Sam Kerr is back – but should she be captain? It’s a debate which has raged ever since news broke of the superstar’s police racism saga. And now her teammates have had their say.
Football’s Perry Park dream lives despite Olympic oversight
It won’t play host to any matches but Football Queensland is not giving up on its dream to see Perry Park transformed into a 20,000 seat stadium in time for the 2032 Olympics.
Slater: Kerr must quit as Matildas captain despite weak FA stance
Football Australia has failed in its role as guardians of the game in this country, writes ROBBIE SLATER. Sam Kerr needs to take matters into her own hands.
Football Australia make final Kerr call over ugly court saga
More than a month on from Sam Kerr’s much publicised court case, Football Australia has reached the conclusion of its review.
Kerr meets Football Australia top brass; no action to be taken for London cop episode
Sam Kerr and Football Australia power brokers have finally met, with the Matildas captain admitting ‘sincere regret’ for a drunken incident in London; after reviewing the events, FA has concluded no further action was warranted.
Why A-League season has been lacklustre for comp heavyweights
While Sydney FC may have ended the weekend the same way they started it, Robbie Slater and Marco Monteverde still believe it’s been an underwhelming A-League season. It’s all in The Tackle.
Auckland continue A-League dominance in blistering debut season
A remarkable debut season for Auckland continued on Sunday with the Black Knights win further extending its lead at the top of the A-League table. More here.
Bloom or bust? The quest to make Melbourne’s A-Leagues teams profitable
Melbourne Victory has a new white-knight in the shape of British poker legend Tony ‘The Lizard’ Bloom. But how do the teams of the A-League turn on-field wins into off-field success?
A race in six: Why this week is crucial for top two hopefuls
Socceroos great Robbie Slater and Marco Monteverde discuss one of the most important weekends of the season, as the contenders eye a run to the finals.
Matildas head behind paywall under new broadcast deal
After achieving some incredible broadcast numbers through free-to-air access in recent years, the Matildas are set to join other Australian sporting teams behind a television paywall.
World Cup spots filling up, how Socceroos can make it
Everything you need to know about the men’s FIFA World Cup qualifiers, where each conference around the world currently stands and how the Socceroos can secure automatic qualification.
‘Horrific’: How Go Bubble and Pride Round is combating abuse
Melbourne Victory star Alex Chidiac says despite the Go Bubble initiative and the impact of a united Pride Round, there is still a long way to go in the fight against the ‘horrific amount’ of abuse.
Socceroos on road to the World Cup after win over China
The Socceroos have defeated China and received a boost in their push to to cement a spot for the 2026 World Cup after a Japan and Saudi Arabia stalemate.
Overlooked A-League star on Socceroos snub
A ‘disappointed’ Noah Botic has revealed to Robbie Slater and Marco Monteverde how faith and mentorship continues to guide him after being overlooked for the latest Socceroos squad. It’s all in The Tackle.
Jets captain hits out at refs after controversial decision
Newcastle Jets captain Cassidy Davis has labelled the refereeing “disappointing” as a controversial call could well have ended her side’s hopes of playing finals football.
Mega bucks up for grabs as Melbourne City seek history
Lucrative prizemoney awaits if City can translate their unbeaten form in the women’s A-League to the Asian Champions League. Midfielder Mariana Speckmaier speaks about the prospect.
The standout stars in the run to the A-League finals
With the A-League finals series fast approaching, Socceroos great Robbie Slater and Marco Monteverde nominate their standout players from each club, and who needs to do more in the run to the post-season.
Luck finally returns as Socceroos thump Indonesia
Luck has rarely been on Australia’s side in the beautiful game but it arrived at the perfect time during a 5-1 thumping of Indonesia in a World Cup qualifier both teams desperately needed to win.
Life without Kerr: Matildas slow to replace star striker 15 months on
It has been 15 months without Sam Kerr yet there has been little effort to replace the super striker. Former national team players Grace Gill and Tim Cahill explain why.
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