Tough-talking Popovic vows to make Socceroos dream
Tony Popovic has promised no Socceroos players will be given a carte blanche pass into his squad after being unveiled as Australia's new coach.
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Popovic won’t beg retired duo to make Socceroos U-turn
Tony Popovic won't court the services of Massimo Luongo and Mitch Langerak, saying the retired Socceroos duo can only be considered if they come to him.
Socceroos spots ‘fair game’ as Popovic era begins
Tony Popovic faces a rapid induction as Socceroos boss after replacing Graham Arnold, while his appointment has opened the door for fresh faces.
Matildas interim coach to connect with Kerr
Matildas interim coach Tom Sermanni will soon reach out to injured skipper Sam Kerr as he prepares to lead the team in upcoming friendlies.
FA to sign new Socceroos coach before crunch qualifiers
James Johnson says Football Australia will appoint a permanent Socceroos head coach before next month's World Cup qualification window.
Raya’s double save rescues Arsenal, Barcelona lose
Arsenal had goalkeeper David Raya to thank for a goalless draw against Atalanta, while 10-man Barcelona were beaten by Monaco in Champions League action.
Postecoglou bemused by ‘second season trophy’ fuss
Tottenham's Aussie manager Ange Postecoglou has said he was not boasting, just stating a fact, when he said he "always wins things" in a second year at a club.
Striker’s signing turns Indonesian eyes on Roar
The Brisbane Roar's social media following has exploded in the hours since the signing of Indonesia striker Rafael Struick for the ALM season.
Sermanni the interim as Matildas coach hunt heats up
Football Australia has appointed former mentor Tom Sermanni as the Matildas' interim coach as the hunt for Tony Gustavsson's permanent replacement continues.
Football Australia CEO backs Arnold as Socceroos coach
The Socceroos' poor World Cup qualifiers against Bahrain and Indonesia have piled pressure on Graham Arnold, but the coach has Football Australia's backing.
Victory, Macarthur move into Australia Cup semi-finals
A-League outfits Melbourne Victory and Macarthur FC have moved into the last four of the Australia Cup after downing NPL opposition in Saturday quarter-finals.
Kisnorbo moves on from brutal French experience
Humbled but undeterred by a horror stint in France, new Melbourne Victory boss Patrick Kisnorbo is ready to show he is a better coach for the experience.
Socceroos chase creative response against Indonesia
After a horror loss to Bahrain in their latest World Cup qualifier, the Socceroos want to show they can get creative and respond against Indonesia.
Arnold wants reaction from Socceroos against Indonesia
The Socceroos stumbled against Bahrain at home and coach Graham Arnold is seeking a positive response when they play Indonesia away on Tuesday.
Sydney FC signing Klimala bent on career reboot
Admitting his recent club stints has been less than ideal, Sydney FC signing Patryk Klimala is determined to be the star striker the A-League Men club needs.
Socceroos battling in qualifiers after Indonesia draw
The Socceroos have been held to a 0-0 draw by Indonesia, leaving their hopes of direct World Cup qualification in the balance, and Graham Arnold frustrated.
Arnold adamant Socceroos can mend qualifying campaign
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has some thinking to do after a 0-0 draw with Indonesia compounded a horror start to the latest round of World Cup qualifying.
Expanded A-League Women season to avoid summer heat
The 23-round A-League Women competition will start on November 1, with all games between December and March starting at 5pm at the earliest.
Adelaide down Wanderers in Australia Cup quarter-final
Adelaide's hunt for a fourth Australia Cup will continue after they knocked off fellow A-League side Western Sydney in their quarter-final meeting on Thursday.
‘Naive’ Socceroos’ big lesson from Bahrain shocker
The Socceroos' offensive impotence and inability to handle Bahrain's gamesmanship is under the microscope after a shock 1-0 World Cup qualification home loss.
Socceroos tread ‘fine line’, seek quick response
Jackson Irvine is demanding a swift response in Indonesia after the Socceroos barely fired a shot and were rattled in a shock upset to a calculated Bahrain.
Fit-again Baccus eyes Socceroos impact in Jakarta
Midfielder Keanu Baccus is keen to make an impact in Indonesia after a hamstring injury ruled him out of the Socceroos' World Cup qualifier loss to Bahrain.
Socceroos want ‘stress-free’ Cup qualifying campaign
Defender Kye Rowles has returned to his home town on the Gold Coast to help the Socceroos beat Bahrain and set sail for direct World Cup qualification in 2026.
Belief the key as Socceroos aim for perfect start
The Socceroos' third and potentially final phase of World Cup qualifying begins on Thursday night when they host Bahrain on the Gold Coast.
Socceroos hungry to punch their World Cup ticket
The Socceroos' latest phase of World Cup qualifying begins on Thursday night when they host Bahrain on the Gold Coast.
Bahrain frustrate Socceroos in shock qualifier loss
An own goal after 89 minutes has helped Bahrain to a shock victory over the Socceroos on the Gold Coast to begin the third round of World Cup qualification.
Mentally ‘stronger’ Mabil back in Socceroos frame
Awer Mabil is back in the Socceroos squad and hoping to make an impact along with his 'little brother' Nestory Irankunda.
Rising Socceroos star Irankunda tipped for big things
The Socceroos begin their latest World Cup qualification phase against Bahrain on Thursday night, before flying to Jakarta to take on Indonesia.
Robertson still committed to Socceroos: Arnold
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold is confident Alex Robertson will remain loyal to Australia after being left out of the latest World Cup qualification squad.
Irankunda in strong Socceroos squad for Cup qualifiers
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold is excited by the return of German-based winger Nestory Irankunda as part of a strong squad for two World Cup qualifiers.
Matildas defender Luik considers doping ban appeal
Matildas veteran Aivi Luik says she has been banned for a doping violation, which prompted her to withdraw from selection contention for the Olympic Games.