World Cup selection race heats up for Socceroos
Socceroos midfielder Max Balard and uncapped defender Jack Iredale are determined to seize their tickets to a maiden World Cup.
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‘Distressing’ toll on A-League Women players revealed
Matildas veteran Tameka Yallop believes the lack of stability and full-time professionalism in the league amplifies psychological distress faced by players.
Kerr celebrates Blues start with Champions League brace
Matildas captain Sam Kerr has scored a Champions League brace to mark her first Chelsea start since December 2023, and she is ready for more.
Why Socceroos legend isn’t writing off goalkeeper Ryan
Socceroos legend Mark Schwarzer believes captain Mat Ryan will relish the challenge of trying to stave off Paul Izzo as No.1 goalkeeper.
Socceroos ready to go toe-to-toe with Venezuela
The Socceroos are back to their combative style under Tony Popovic and are ready to see how it stands up in their friendly match against Venezuela.
Refreshed Victory ready for ALW grand final rematch
Melbourne Victory will face Central Coast for the first time since their A-League Women grand final defeat and a massive squad overhaul.
Socceroos learn lessons from frustrating Venezuela loss
The Socceroos have suffered their second consecutive loss, with Tony Popovic admitting a "soft goal" wasn't the only issue in the 1-0 defeat to Venezuela.
Teenager, key names among big Socceroos squad changes
Two crucial Socceroos return for friendlies against Venezuela and Colombia while a teen sensation is among those earning a maiden call-up.
Injuries, short breaks won’t affect City’s derby prep
Melbourne City's Aurelio Vidmar and Andrew Nabbout insist tight turnarounds and mounting injuries won't affect them in their derby against Melbourne Victory.
Jansen continues hot run as Roar women sink Glory
Bente Jansen has scored two goals in the space of three minutes as Brisbane Roar made it two wins on the trot with a 3-2 victory over Perth.
City beat Victory despite Mata spark in ALM derby
A star turn from Juan Mata wasn't enough for Melbourne Victory to claim A-League Men derby bragging rights, with Melbourne City triumphing 2-0.
Victory import sinks Wanderers with stunning hat-trick
Melbourne Victory have ensured the 200-game coaching milestone of Jeff Hopkins was a memorable one, with the team coming from behind to produce a 4-1 win.
Roar go fourth on ALM ladder after thumping Jets
Brisbane Roar showcased their attacking wares with a 3-0 win over Newcastle, with central defender Lucas Herrington scoring a beauty from a corner.
Why Socceroos boss turned to Man Utd teen
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has called up 18-year-old Manchester United defender James Overy, who is now in contention to push for a World Cup berth.
Celtic boss quits prompting Ange return speculation
Ange Postecoglou's name will inevitably be linked to a Celtic return after Brendan Rodgers resigned his post as manager of the struggling Scottish giants.
Star defender’s hamstring a concern for Socceroos
The Socceroos will nervously await the results of scans on Jordan Bos's hamstring injury, but are relishing Jackson Irvine's return to the pitch.
Glory sack Zdrilic after losing start to new campaign
Perth Glory have shown head coach David Zdrilic the door after a 4-0 drubbing at Melbourne City left the club bottom of the A-League Men table.
Matildas see red, beaten but not mauled by Lionesses
Australia have produced a battling performance in losing 3-0 to England after being reduced to 10 players against the European champions after 19 minutes.
Ex-Western United players move on in A-League Women
Western United's demise has left its A-League Women players in the lurch and many of those footballers are now starting the season at new clubs.
Matildas stalwart eyes return from six-month injury
A six-month hamstring injury kept Tameka Yallop out of Joe Montemurro's first games as Matildas coach but the Gold Coast local is eyeing a comeback.
‘Why not do it now?’ Socceroos boss wants new WC ground
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has challenged his team to do something special at next year's World Cup and make a deep run.
‘I can’t fathom that’: Coach’s Socceroos non-negotiable
Coach Tony Popovic says the Socceroos have gone away from their DNA as a team in regards to physicality and need to recapture that.
Defiant Roar hold City 0-0 in spicy Suncorp stalemate
Brisbane Roar showcased their new-found resilience in a ferocious home 0-0 draw against Melbourne City, who lost star Matthew Leckie to a hamstring complaint.
Toure de force as hat-trick hero helps Sydney jolt Jets
Sydney FC have beaten Newcastle 4-1 thanks to hat-trick heroics from recruit Al Hassan Toure.
Matildas veteran strikes on return as Roar beat Victory
Tameka Yallop has come off the bench to fire Brisbane Roar to a win over Melbourne Victory in wet and wild conditions, while Sydney FC drew with Melbourne City.
Gun defender adds to Socceroos’ mounting injury woes
The Socceroos' injury toll continues to mount ahead of friendlies against Venezuela and Colombia with defender Alessandro Circati suffering a sprained ankle.
Mind of Mata: Why A-League’s biggest name embraces hype
Juan Mata embraces the spotlight and pressure that comes with being the A-League Men's biggest name and knows what type of overseas players can thrive.
Wellington A-League star reveals scary cancer battle
In-form Phoenix wingback Carlo Armiento says he had to take time away from the A-League last season after being diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Bring it on: Matildas defender ready for England star
Matildas defender Clare Hunt is back in form and she and her teammates are ready to take on European champions England and their star striker Alessia Russo.
We’ve missed her: Matildas star delighted Kerr’s back
Stand-in skipper Steph Catley has welcomed the return of Matildas superstar Sam Kerr who is in line to reclaim the captaincy for the friendly against England.
‘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.