‘Would be a dream come true’: Sam Kerr’s big ambition
Sam Kerr is back with the Matildas and ready to start taking big steps towards a dream of lifting silverware with the current group of players.
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Young gun stars, City to look into injuries
Melbourne City have beaten Perth Glory 4-0 thanks to a brace from striker Max Caputo, but they are concerned by their recent soft-tissue injuries.
Kerr non-touch proves crucial as Matildas beat Wales
Sam Kerr has made it through 65 minutes in her first Matildas match since November 2023 but it was Caitlin Foord who came to the rescue in a 2-1 win over Wales.
Why Matildas milestone gives Hayley Raso ‘goosebumps’
Hayley Raso is set to play her 100th game for the Matildas - a milestone the star winger once thought was impossible after suffering a freak back injury.
‘So much more to give’: Kerr wants Matildas captaincy
Superstar striker Sam Kerr will make her long-awaited international return from injury against Wales and has made her feelings clear on the Matildas captaincy.
Game time shortage could be making of Matildas gun
Matildas midfielder Kyra Cooney-Cross has battled for game time at Arsenal, but Australia coach Joe Montemurro says it won't necessarily be a setback.
Popovic takes positives out of first Socceroos defeat
The Socceroos have suffered a 2-1 loss to the United States, marking their first defeat in the 12 matches since Tony Popovic took over the reins.
Mariners confirm interim boss after coach’s shock exit
Five days after their treble-winning coach walked out, the Central Coast Mariners have appointed an interim boss.
Missing ingredient: Goodwin hungry on Reds return
Adelaide United great Craig Goodwin is back for a fourth stint at the club and relishing a return to the "sacred grass" in Friday's A-League season opener.
Western Utd players pick up pieces as A-League starts
Two months after Western United captain Ben Garuccio and his teammates had their world turned upside down, they will start the A-League Men season at new clubs.
Glory hand Matt Sutton a deal after Birighitti blow
Perth Glory have a number of injury concerns heading into the season, but coach David Zdrilic is confident the club can defy the odds and push for finals.
Valkanis aiming to bring dormant memories roaring back
Michael Valkanis has explained how his Brisbane Roar side will attempt to regain the faith of fans and bring success back to the A-League club.
Winning Roar start for Valkanis – as his son sees red
Brisbane star Jay O'Shea slotted a penalty before Dimitri Valkanis, the coach's son, got sent off in a gutsy 1-0 season-opening win over Macarthur.
City open ALM title defence with draw in western Sydney
Western Sydney have held champions Melbourne City to a 1-1 draw in their A-League Men season opener.
Postecoglou in coaching wilderness after Forest flop
Australian Ange Postecoglous has been sacked after 39 days in charge of Nottingham Forest and it is unclear where his club future lies.
Why Matildas coach backs Kerr return to be a hit
Sam Kerr will return to the Matildas fold off the back of limited minutes at Chelsea but coach Joe Montemurro is confident she will shine.
More than pride on line in Socceroos’ US World Cup prep
The Socceroos' friendly against the United States is huge for their World Cup preparation, while a positive result could be big in terms of their draw.
It’s All White: Roar recruit ready to rip in ALM return
Brisbane's New Zealand recruit James McGarry can't see a path to the World Cup with the All Whites without success at his new A-League home at the Roar.
‘Not ideal’: fraught talks fail to seal Merrett trade
Zach Merrett is staying at Essendon and Charlie Curnow will leave Carlton for Sydney after a tense end to the AFL trade period on Wednesday night.
Socceroos boss wants World Cup hopefuls to surprise him
There is no bigger carrot in football than the World Cup and Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has urged players to make his squad selection a headache.
Grounding Ryan air: globetrotting Socceroo wants change
No male footballer travelled more last year than Maty Ryan and he hopes FIFA and other bodies can start to support players more with heavy travel loads.
Matildas set for huge Kerr boost in key Asian Cup prep
A long-awaited international comeback for Sam Kerr looms while Matildas coach Joe Montemurro is excited by Mary Fowler's progress in her return from injury.
Matildas coach’s bold ideas to boost A-League Women
Matildas coach Joe Montemurro believes allowing investment solely in A-League Women clubs could help open the door to making it fully professional.
A-League captain’s sly code in betting corruption scam
An award-winning A-League Men's captain used an unusual symbol when coordinating with a shadowy overseas figure to enact a lucrative soccer betting scam.
Matildas confirm Kerr’s return, Vine and Gorry back
Sam Kerr has returned to the Matildas for upcoming friendlies against Wales and England, with Cortnee Vine and Katrina Gorry also bolstering the squad.
Mariners bombshell: coach quits on eve of ALM kick off
Central Coast are on the lookout for a new coach after Mark Jackson quit just nine days before the Mariners' season opener against Newcastle.
‘Quick trajectory’: teen hailed as new Sky Blues star
A teenager will be key for Sydney FC's ALW side this season as the Sky Blues look to bounce back from their last campaign, says coach Ante Juric.
Socceroos boss proud of match-winner Irankunda
The Socceroos have beaten Canada 1-0 in their friendly match, with teen star Nestory Irankunda scoring the winner and Paul Izzo making multiple saves.
National task force launched to combat match-fixing
Sport Integrity Australia is setting up a national task force to address potential match-fixing, with the 2026 Women's Asian Cup its first project.
Cool-headed Socceroo ready to protect Irankunda
Socceroos defender Alessandro Circati expects teams to keep trying to get under Nestory Irankunda's skin, but says his teammates will protect him.
Socceroos star suffers another injury setback
Socceroos star Jackson Irvine has been on the sidelines for almost six months with a foot injury and now has suffered a fresh setback.