South Melbourne stun Victory to claim Australia Cup
South Melbourne have stunned Melbourne Victory on penalties to become the first NPL team to win the Australia Cup, enhancing their claim to join the A-League.
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Kerr ankle injury as error-hit Matildas fall to Germany
With their eyes firmly set on the FIFA Women's World Cup, the Matildas received a reality check in a loss to a European powerhouse.
Victory ready for South to bring the noise in Cup final
Melbourne Victory and South Melbourne fans will both have a huge presence in a sold-out blockbuster Australia Cup final.
NSL giant’s A-League ambition at centre of Cup final
South Melbourne are desperate to land a long-craved A-League licence and can showcase their credentials against Melbourne Victory in the Australia Cup final.
Matildas coach backs Fowler’s absence from friendlies
Matildas coach Joe Montemurro supports Mary Fowler missing upcoming friendlies, and goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold understands it too.
Roar start ALM missing ‘important piece of the puzzle’
A day on from Brisbane's coach announcing he doesn't want to dwell on last season's poor season riddled with injury, his defender and son has been sidelined.
Matildas keep eyes on World Cup prep after Fowler blow
The Matildas have been dealt a setback in their Women's World Cup preparation, but Holly McNamara says there's no time to waste mulling over a missing star.
Zidane’s homecoming for France ends in draw with Italy
Zinedine Zidane's first home game in charge of France has ended with a 1-1 draw against Italy in the Nations League
A-Leagues ‘wait and see’ amid Manchester City turmoil
A-Leagues boss Steve Rosich has remained tight-lipped on Manchester City's financial scandal, believing it is too early to draw a connection to Melbourne City.
How ‘half decent’ Socceroos have caught our attention
Going toe-to-toe with a fired-up Brazil on home soil has turned Australian heads as the Asian Cup-bound Socceroos add strings to their bow.
Socceroos bring out Brazil’s best in fiery rematch
The Socceroos have again pushed heavyweights Brazil to the limit in a 4-2 loss in Brisbane that featured wonder strikes and plenty of fire.
Big question as Socceroos back up for Brazil rematch
Veteran Socceroos back Aziz Behich has explained how the side can counter an inevitable Brazilian backlash in Brisbane.
Socceroos ‘can be better too’ after poking Brazil bear
Having poked the bear in Townsville, the Socceroos are preparing for a Brazilian backlash in Brisbane.
‘Something’s changed’: post-Cup Socceroos playing brave
Fresh off drawing with Brazil, Socceroos defender Alessandro Circati has detailed the tactical shift since the World Cup as they prepare for a Brisbane rematch.
Late Brazil leveller denies Socceroos a famous victory
A sensational second-half strike from Nestory Irankunda was not enough as Australia fell agonisingly short of an upset win over mighty Brazil.
Herrington homes in on fulfilling a childhood dream
Defender Lucas Herrington is feeling right at home as the Socceroos prepare to take on five-time World Cup winners Brazil in two friendlies in Queensland.
‘Big loss’: Socceroos gun suffers setback for Asian Cup
Injured Socceroos striker Mohamed Toure faces months on the sidelines, with teammate Nestory Irankunda unable to shed light on his recovery for the Asian Cup.
Sky Blues teen lands ‘record-breaking’ MLS transfer
Akol Akon is the latest Australian teenager to land a multi-million dollar transfer, joining MLS outfit Colorado Rapids after a breakout season with Sydney FC.
Brazil friendlies a ‘reality check’ for new Socceroos
With seven potential debutants in the squad, veteran Milos Degenek is backing the new Socceroos generation to prove their mettle against Brazil.
Snub isn’t the end of Ryan’s Socceroos career: coach
Maty Ryan hasn't been selected for Australia's first games since the World Cup but coach Tony Popovic insists the captain's Socceroos career isn't over.
Disputed Haaland goal wins derby for 10-man Man City
England international Phil Foden was sent off, but 10-man Manchester City still scrapped to earn a controversial 1-0 win in the derby against United.
Socceroos lock in final friendlies before Asian Cup
The Socceroos will face Jordan and Qatar in their final two hit-outs before next year's Asian Cup.
Spanish superstar makes call on Victory future
The best player in the A-League Men competition, Juan Mata, has decided not to continue playing at Melbourne Victory.
Victory down Sydney, seal Australia Cup final spot
Melbourne Victory will represent the A-League Men in the Australia Cup decider after they secured a 2-0 win in a Big Blue semi-final showdown with Sydney FC.
Socceroo Volpato learns fate over failed cocaine test
Cristian Volpato has been fined by police for testing positive for cocaine while driving, with Football Australia now facing a big call on the Socceroos star.
Why Socceroos coach has no regrets about shootout calls
Coach Tony Popovic claims even with hindsight he would still substitute Maty Ryan on for Australia's penalty shootout defeat to Egypt at the World Cup.
Matilda’s move breaks A-League Women transfer record
Melbourne City playmaker Leticia McKenna has moved overseas in a deal that breaks the A-League Women transfer fee record.
To Hull and back: Socceroo thriving after Cup heartache
Lucas Herrington has put his World Cup shootout miss firmly behind him and is blazing a trail for Australians in the English Premier League.
Perth Glory captain Taggart set to make bombshell exit
Perth Glory captain Adam Taggart is set to link up with former Socceroos star Harry Kewell in a bombshell move away from the A-League.
Matildas look to return to Australia amid pay dispute
An upgraded pay agreement would revive the A-League Women, but a Matildas player reveals it could also lure big-name Australian stars back to the competition.
Herrington’s dream start to life in Premier League
Lucas Herrington, the only Australian playing in England's top-flight, has enjoyed a dream debut, coming on as sub in Hull's win over Manchester United.