Mbappe named by newspaper over rape allegation in Sweden
The French football superstar has been identified by a Swedish newspaper as being a suspect in a rape probe that police are currently investigating.
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A-League shock as Central Coast Mariners owner quits
Richard Peil has quit the Central Coast Mariners, with drastic funding cuts made by the governing body making it impossible for him to keep the club afloat from his own pocket.
Sermanni reveals plan to tackle Fowler problem
Where to play football sensation Mary Fowler was a problem former Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson struggled with – interim coach Tom Sermanni is on a mission to find the answer.
Sermanni’s bold move to recall injured Sam Kerr
Sam Kerr isn’t ready to take the pitch but interim Matildas coach Tom Sermanni revealed he is trying to convince the captain to join the squad for their upcoming camp.
Popovic delivers brutal home truths as real test awaits
The Socceroos kicked off the Tony Popovic era with a win – but the new coach gave his team a brutal assessment of their victory, as they warm up for the first real test against Japan.
How ‘next Sam Kerr’ will fight back from 3rd ACL in six years
Experts questioned if Holly McNamara would recover from her third ACL tear but the City striker never once doubted her ability to return to the pitch during her most gruelling rehab yet.
Analysis: Popovic needs to turn Socceroos’ spark into fire
New Socceroos coach Tony Popovic wasn’t scared to shake things up in his first match at the helm and while his side played with a spark he needs to make sure it turns into a fire, writes ERIN SMITH.
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’ 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.
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.
Chelsea gun’s historic four-goal blitz as Reds cash in on City slip
Manchester City felt the absence of star midfielder Rodri as the Premier League champions were held to a damaging 1-1 draw at Newcastle while a Chelsea star made history.
How Wayne Bennett convinced Arnie to quit Socceroos
Graham Arnold has broken his silence on his decision to step down as Socceroos coach, revealing crucial advice from a sporting supercoach which cemented his decision to leave.
How Kerr will help decide next Matildas coach
The Matildas are set for an epic homecoming – and it’s still unknown if they’ll have a new coach, or star captain Sam Kerr, back by then. But how much of a say will Kerr have on the former?
44-year-old Matildas veteran signs on for stunning 28th season
Former Matildas captain Melissa Barbieri will be back in action in the A-Leagues this season – signing on for another year with Melbourne City. The 44-year-old reveals the real reason she can’t hang up her gloves yet.
Mental scars, underdone squad: Slater pinpoints Popovic’s biggest challenges
With just 17 days until the Socceroos’ must-win clash, ROBBIE SLATER breaks down the monumental challenges facing Tony Popovic with the 2026 World Cup just around the corner.
What the road to 2026 looks like for Popovic’s Socceroos
With change afoot for the struggling Socceroos there is no time to waste on their mission to reach the 2026 World Cup. Find out what’s gone wrong and how they can still reach North America here.
Insider confirms new Socceroos coach after Arnold exit
Just days after Graham Arnold’s exit as Socceroos coach, his successor has been chosen.
Revealed: The top contenders to be the Socceroos’ next coach
Graham Arnold’s tenure as coach of the Socceroos is over and Football Australia are not wasting any time finding a replacement with an announcement expected within the next few weeks. Here are the frontrunners.
‘Out of gas’: Socceroos speak out as Arnie quits in WC shock
Australia is on the hunt for a new coach – and already has several names in mind – after longtime mentor Graham Arnold quit in the midst of a dismal start to their World Cup qualification.
Macarthur stung by unexpected financial blow over match-fix saga
The dust has settled on the match-fixing scandal which rocked the A-Leagues and the club most affected, Macarthur FC, have moved on. But the unexpected financial burden is ongoing.
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