Clare Polkinghorne is revered by her teammates as being the toughest on the field – so tough she didn’t even flinch when her coach almost knocked her out at training. ERIN SMITH reveals more to that story, and other tributes, inside.
For the third time in five games, Champions League holders Real Madrid have been toppled – with Liverpool exacting revenge on the champions in a breathtaking upset.
Ahead of their return to Suncorp Stadium this week, ERIN SMITH revisits the most memorable Matildas goals of the past decade.
Five years ago taking a mental health break would have been the end of an athlete’s career with the Matildas, but a huge cultural shift has put players back in control of their welfare.
Explosive leaked letter reveals A-League’s men’s clubs are not happy with the prospect of losing their development players to Football Australia’s new pilot academy.
A damning report from the player’s union has revealed an alarming rate of dissatisfaction and lack of trust towards the governing body in managing, improving and growing the game.
Several Matildas players are racing the clock to prove their fitness for this week’s friendlies against Brazil after three potential debutants suffered injuries during the ALW Unite Round.
EPL WRAP: Mohamed Salah inspired a dramatic Liverpool win against Southampton, while Ruben Amorim was given a stark illustration of the size of his task at Manchester United.
Star Matilda Mary Fowler has withdrawn from the latest national squad for upcoming matches against Brazil and Chinese Taipei, citing mental and physical fatigue.
Manchester City’s losing skid in all competitions has extended to five games after Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham stunned the reigning champions 4-0 at Etihad Stadium.
Emily Gielnik has revealed how one tackle 18 months ago cost her both a home World Cup berth and Paris Olympic dream. Now, she’s eyeing minutes for the national team.
Heading into Unite Round, Socceroos great Robbie Slater says it’s the Wanderers’ time to pounce on NSW rivals, declares the reigning champions under the most pressure and more in On the Attack.
Ahead of a milestone match for Tameka Yallop during Unite Round, the Matilda veteran is confident she is part of something special at the Brisbane Roar which could give her a long-awaited shot at title glory.
Homophobic comments levelled at Matildas legend Sam Kerr over her baby announcement have been condemned by the superstar’s Premier League club.
Kusini Yengi came to the rescue for the Socceroos deep into stoppage time, but if the striker really does want to be the next Tim Cahill he has a long way to go, writes ERIN SMITH.
The Socceroos have escaped with a 2-2 draw against Bahrain in Riffa, conceding two goals inside two disastrous minutes before scoring an equaliser deep into stoppage time.
A-League’s Men’s transfer fees hit an all time high last season – exceeding broadcast revenue for the first time – and while crowd numbers might look poor, there are positive signs for the future.
The A-League has been dealt a major double blow just days out from Unite Round, with strike action across public transport adding to the forced move of fixtures to a new stadium.
The Socceroos’ will be counting on winger Craig Goodwin’s impact to turn the tables against Bahrain as he returns from suspension, while Nishan Velupillay tends to an ankle injury.
Sam Kerr is going to be a mum, with the Matildas superstar and partner Kristie Mewis revealing the exciting news on Instagram.
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