Ex-Socceroo returns to Roar
A member of the Socceroos’ 2014 World Cup squad has returned to Brisbane Roar following his departure from Adelaide United.
A-League
Report reveals A-League W’s ‘detrimental’ impact on players
The part-time nature of the A-League women’s competition is having destructive impacts on the league and its players and is at risk of losing more locally born talent if it doesn’t change its ways, an explosive report finds.
A-League star joins Bournemouth
One of the A-League’s best young talents is moving to an English Premier League club.
Betting scandal captain: ‘I’m in trouble’
Investigators say they have secret recordings that allegedly capture at least one of the Macarthur FC players speaking about the yellow card betting scam that has rocked the A-League.
Referees boss secures English FA role
Football Australia must find a replacement for referees boss Nathan Magill, who will leave next month to join the English Football Association.
Sky Blues score record fee
Sydney FC has cashed in on one of its best young talents, who has joined an American Major League Soccer club.
Bulls axe two players linked with betting scandal
The fallout continues from the yellow card betting scandal that has rocked the A-League.
The 100+ A-League Women’s stars lighting up NPL
More than 100 A-Leagues’ Women’s players have made the move to NPL clubs around the country. SEE WHERE EVERY PLAYER LANDED
Cup playoffs return to Darwin
Brisbane Roar, Newcastle Jets, Western United and Perth Glory are heading to Darwin in the hope of securing a berth in the main draw of the Australia Cup.
Shot-stopping great goes out on a high
One of Australia’s most decorated goalkeepers has retired from football after leading his team to a historic treble.
Tackle: The amazing grand final the A-League needed
After a tough season in the A-League the code finally got a moment and game it deserved. ROBBIE SLATER and MARCO MONTEVERDE share their likes and dislikes from the epic grand final week.
Why Nisbet thinks the Mariners are the best ever A-League side
Star midfielder Josh Nisbet was huge in the A-League grand final and after claiming a history defining treble he says the Central Coast Mariners have had one of the best seasons in history.
Mariners’ magical sporting story delivers ultimate final chapter
The magical sporting story that is the Central Coast Mariners has delivered the ultimate final chapter with back-to-back A-League championship wins and a history making treble.
‘Best scenes ever’: Mariners do unthinkable
The Central Coast Mariners have completed Australian football’s craziest fairytale pulling off an achievement no Aussie team has ever achieved.
Mariners star judged A-League’s best
A Central Coast Mariners star who made his Socceroos debut in March has won the Johnny Warren Medal.
Machach is ace up Victory’s sleeve
Having missed Melbourne Victory’s past two matches through suspension, Zinedine Machach will be desperate to have an impact in the A-League grand final.
Melanesian Mariners plan to sink Victory and inspire next-gen
When Pacific Islander duo Dan Hall and Brian Kaltak step out in the A-League grand final, they’ll be giving hope to a new generation of talent from the region.
How Victory rebuilt from its most challenging year yet
Melbourne Victory boss Caroline Carnegie has revealed the key to rebuilding the clubs that has them on the verge of a grand final, in the wake of last season’s horrendous pitch invasion.
Slater: Success of Victory underpins future of the A-League
While a win for the Central Coast Mariners would rank among the greatest fairytales in modern Australian sport, glory for Melbourne Victory would be just as powerful for different reasons, writes ROBBIE SLATER.
All-Stars to be unleashed in world-first Arsenal clash
The A-League Women’s All Stars squad is stacked with strikepower and coach Joe Montemurro plans to unleash it in the world first exhibition match with his former side Arsenal.
Bruno burning for A-League glory
Saturday night could be Melbourne Victory star Bruno Fornaroli’s final chance to achieve his ultimate A-League goal.
‘Spine tingling’: Moment I knew Victory was back from the brink
The Victory needed a spark to move on from the chaos of last season. A die-hard fan can remember the exact moment he stood in a packed North Terrace and felt the spirit of his club return.
Mariners avoiding treble talk
It’s business as usual for the Central Coast Mariners despite a historic treble being within their grasp.
War-torn Sri Lanka to Gosford: Max Balard’s life changing journey
Honing his football skills in war-torn and developing countries gave Mariners’ academy star Max Balard a different view of the world and football. ERIN SMITH spoke to the young midfielder ahead of Saturday’s men’s A-League Grand Final.
Western United snare star striker
Japanese striker Hiroshi Ibusuki has found a new A-League club after parting ways with Adelaide United.
Shattering blow for Sydney FC
Sydney FC face the huge task of trying to win the A-League title without the club’s best player.
Banned Victory star to miss semi-final
Melbourne Victory’s hopes of reaching the A-League grand final have received a blow following a two-game suspension slapped on a key player.
Mariners make history with $2.3m win
Central Coast Mariners’ dream season has continued with victory in the AFC Cup final.
Could an A-League coach be next in line for the Matildas top job?
Sydney’s injury battle, more poor refereeing, a goalkeeping masterclass and a future Matildas coach is all on the agenda as ROBBIE SLATER And MARCO MONTEVERDE discuss another huge weekend in the A-Leagues.
Izzo the hero: Penalty goalkeeping masterclass saves Victory
Goalkeeper Paul Izzo saved the day for Melbourne Victory, doing it all in an epic penalty shootout to keep Victory’s title dreams alive while Melbourne City will miss the grand final for the first time in three years.
Connors strike takes Sydney FC to A-League title
Shea Connors was the ultimate super-sub as her late strike sealed an A-League Women’s championship for Sydney FC in a 1-0 win against Melbourne City. Find out how it happened inside.
Melbourne clubs set for season-defining derby
There is more at stake than usual in the latest battle between Melbourne Victory and Melbourne City at AAMI Park.
Star striker named best in league as all award winners revealed
Western Sydney Wanderers striker Sophie Harding has won the Julie Dolan Medal, first year coach named league’s best as all A-League W awards are revealed. See all the winners HERE.
Victory star chases missing piece in career
Two of the A-League’s great strikers will do battle in Sunday’s men’s elimination final, with both still dreaming of a trophy.
‘It was scary’: How Israel escape led Thompson to shot at history
Jordan Thompson’s decision to take her career overseas triggered a 12-month tale in which she fled a war and wound up playing for a shot at history in Australia. Find out how it unfolded inside.
Bubs “ready” if called on for first ALW grand final
Melbourne City’s Melissa Barbieri has played at four FIFA Women’s World Cups, an Olympics and won the Asian Cup but an A-Leagues grand final appearance is the one box she is yet to tick.
Slater: Mariners set the standard, prove title was no fluke
Socceroos great Robbie Slater believes Central Coast Mariners have proved last year’s A-League title was no fluke after clinching the Premier’s Plate.
Mariners urged not to waste treble chance
A-League premiers Central Coast Mariners have vowed to do it their “way” in their bid to complete the 2023-24 season with three pieces of silverware.
How the A-League fumbled Matildas’ World Cup gift
This record-breaking A-League Women’s season has been a good one. ERIN SMITH investigates how it could have been so much more – and the key factors threatening to stall the momentum of a home World Cup.
Curtis to say goodbye to City
A day after star striker Jamie Maclaren announced he was leaving Melbourne City, another of the club’s experienced players also announced his exit.
Victory confident Bonza collapse will not affect club
The collapse of Bonza airlines is far-reaching across the aviation industry, but also has a direct affect on Australia’s A-Leagues with Melbourne Victory grappling with its impact, writes SHANNON GILL.
Mariners within a point of A-League premiership
Central Coast coach Mark Jackson is wary of a ‘really dangerous’ Adelaide United, who can deny the Mariners the A-League premiership by winning in Gosford on Wednesday night.
Star striker to depart A-League
A move to the Indian Super League seems likely for the A-League’s all-time leading goalscorer.
VAR ‘transparency’ boost for A-League finals
Decisions requiring the help of the VAR will be explained to fans during the A-League finals series.
Reason for time change for do-or-die derby
A-League officials are hopeful a new starting time for Sunday’s elimination final between Melbourne Victory and Melbourne City will lead to a bigger crowd.
Another ‘embarrassing’ loss means trouble for Stajcic
How the Reds could spoil the Mariners’ party, where to next for Glory and more is on the agenda as ROBBIE SLATER And MARCO MONTEVERDE discuss a big weekend of A-League football.
Reds resist late Roar fightback
It’s little wonder Brisbane Roar are chasing the services of Japanese marksman Hiroshi Ibusuki after he scored two goals at Suncorp Stadium on Friday night.
‘Insult’: Matildas trio caught in controversy
Arsenal’s Matildas stars will cross paths with a familiar face when they travel to Melbourne next month to play the A-League All-Stars.
Victory will welcome a desperate Wanderers outfit
Western Sydney Wanderers have to beat Melbourne Victory on Saturday night to have any hope of playing finals football this season.
Slater: Mariners’ historic run proves they’re A-League’s blueprint
A massive month is on the horizon for Central Coast Mariners with the opportunity to win three major prizes. Socceroos great Robbie Slater and Marco Monteverde discuss their incredible run, and the biggest issues facing football in On The Attack.
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