Spain reign after sub’s strike in World Cup final
Spain are World Cup champions for the second time after defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in the final following an extra-time goal.
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England stun ‘gutted’ France in 10-goal bronze battle
Thomas Tuchel's side scored four times before halftime and then had to hold on to win the World Cup bronze medal match 6-4 against France.
A-Leagues reveal next rescue act after saving Canberra
Australia's capital city could have a team in the A-League Men in two years after investors rescued the licence for Canberra United.
Messi’s men sink England, title defence one win away
England have fallen at the semi-final stage for the fifth time at a major tournament, conceding two late goals to lose their World Cup clash with Argentina 2-1.
France flop, Euro champs Spain seal Cup final spot
Didier Deschamps' hopes of leading France to a third successive World Cup decider have been dashed, his world No.1 side beaten 2-0 in the first semi by Spain.
European giants set for Texas semi-final shootout
Dallas is all set to play host to the first World Cup semi-final between the top-ranked France and third seeds Spain in a clash of two former champions.
Brilliant semi-final matchups and player battles ahead
It's a World Cup semi-final lineup for the ages, with the four top-ranked teams and some of the most prolific individual players chasing ultimate glory.
Pay deal rejection sparks A-League uncertainty
A-Leagues athletes and the competition's bosses are at loggerheads over a new pay deal after players voted against the latest proposal.
‘Not happy’: Tuchel’s comment irks England’s hero
Two-goal star Jude Bellingham says "sometimes you have to win dirty" and that's what England did against Norway to progress to the World Cup semi-finals.
Super-sub Merino punishes error as Spain go through
Mikel Merino scored late from a mistake by back-up Belgium goalkeeper Senne Lammens as Spain advanced to the World Cup semi-finals with a 2-1 win.
Emerging Socceroo takes leap to top German league
An emerging midfielder is the first Socceroo to move to a bigger league after impressing at the World Cup.
Mbappe, Dembele lead France into World Cup semi-finals
France are through to the semi-finals of the World Cup after registering a 2-0 win over Morocco, with goals from Kylian Mbappe and Ousman Dembele.
Messi misses pen, inspires stunning Argentine comeback
Argentina have rallied from 2-0 down to beat Egypt 3-2 in the World Cup with Lionel Messi making one goal and scoring another having first missed a penalty.
Belgium into QFs after beating last remaining co-hosts
The USA's World Cup run on home soil is over, falling 4-1 to a red-hot Belgium side in their round-of-16 match in Seattle.
‘Insane’: Norway’s win a World Cup upset for the ages
Erling Haaland has enhanced his status as a talismanic superstar, conjuring an upset win over Brazil on 'one of the most insane days in Norwegian history'.
Big moves beckon for Socceroos after World Cup
After Australia's World Cup heartbreak, several Socceroos look set to be rewarded for standout tournaments with club moves that will put them on the map.
Socceroos young guns want more from World Cup pushes
Many of the young Socceroos players heartbroken by Australia's World Cup exit will be there in 2030 and they have a point to prove.
Socceroos fans downhearted but well behaved, say police
Australia has been knocked out of the soccer World Cup after a tense shootout with Egypt, but local fans have accepted the disappointment without incident.
Postecoglou lands shock new coaching post at Al Nassr
Ange Postecoglou has made a shock decision on his future, signing a two-year deal to coach Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr, the home of Cristiano Ronaldo.
Socceroos left to rue latest World Cup missed chance
The Socceroos are out of the World Cup and left to rue what might have been after losing to Egypt 4-2 on penalties in the round of 32.
Socceroos chase World Cup history as Salah looms
Presented with a chance to make World Cup history, the Socceroos cannot get caught up in the occasion against Mohamed Salah's Egypt, says coach Tony Popovic.
‘Shouldn’t be happening’: Kerr lashes A-League issue
The uncertainty facing A-League Women players shouldn't be happening just three years after the Women's World Cup, says Matildas captain Sam Kerr.
Ice in the veins: Jedinak passes on penalty expertise
Socceroos assistant coach Mile Jedinak was a flawless penalty taker and if Australia's game against Egypt goes to spot kicks, is ready to give players advice.
‘Eat or be eaten’: Salah holds no fear for Socceroo
The Socceroos won't have any fear of Egypt star Mohamed Salah and won't pay him too much respect in their World Cup round-of-32 clash.
‘Something clicked’: rejected Aussie comes full circle
Cristian Volpato felt Australian football had told him he wasn't good enough as a teenager, but made a call to return ahead of the World Cup.
Sam Kerr locks in long-term deal with new club
Matildas captain Sam Kerr is ready to begin life after Chelsea, having signed a contract with a new club that will run well beyond next year's World Cup.
Barcelona can wait: Aussie teen on a World Cup mission
Lucas Herrington is subject to interest from the biggest clubs in the world, taking on some of football's biggest names and taking it all in stride.
‘They ruined our dream’: Socceroos’ Egypt redemption
Australia's World Cup round-of-32 clash with Egypt is personal for some of the Socceroos' stars, including attacker Connor Metcalfe.
Socceroos want to topple Pharaohs at set pieces
The Socceroos are yet to weaponise their set pieces at this World Cup and there is no better place to start than against Egypt in the knockouts.
Steeled Socceroos’ belief rising ahead of Egypt clash
The Socceroos believe their extended build-up to the World Cup and competitive tension will hold them in good stead now they are in the knockouts.
Life’s a Beach: Socceroos goalkeeper embracing fame
Socceroos goalkeeper Patrick Beach's newfound fame has extended to having a beach temporarily renamed in his honour, but he is taking it all in stride.