Adelaide keep pressure on top two as ALW heats up
Melbourne City are on the verge of A-League Women history as Adelaide United chase a top-two berth and Sydney FC are keeping their season alive.
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Sermanni slams ‘outrageous’ on-air Matildas criticism
Interim Matildas coach Tom Sermanni has hit out at radio host Marty Sheargold for "outrageous" comments, with Triple M since parting ways with the broadcaster.
‘Broke my jaw’: referee’s shock after soccer assault
A referee was left bloodied and in shock after an "inexcusable" assault at a suburban soccer match which has ended with his attacker being thrown behind bars.
Football Australia want Matildas coach by mid-year
Matildas interim coach Tom Sermanni will coach at least two more games, but Football Australia want a permanent head coach in place by mid-year.
Refereeing under fire in dramatic Melbourne derby draw
Melbourne Victory and Melbourne City's coaches have lamented the refereeing of a dramatic 2-2 derby draw filled with controversy.
Sydney FC can’t land a blow in ALM stalemate at Glory
Perth Glory have been unable to take advantage of a fatigued Sydney FC at HBF Park, as the Sky Blues dug deep to secure a 0-0 A-League Men draw.
Victory coach says Melbourne derby needs more City fans
Melbourne Victory coach Arthur Diles wants to see a full crowd for the local derby against Melbourne City, and believes the game deserves the best referees.
Matildas eye US bounce back after honest Japan review
The Matildas had a players-only meeting after their 4-0 loss to Japan and interim coach Tom Sermanni is confident they can regroup against the United States.
Micah makes case for No.1 spot as Matildas fall to USA
Teagan Micah has made a compelling case to become Australia's first-choice No.1 after a strong display in the Matildas' 2-1 SheBelieves Cup loss to the USA.
A-Leagues commissioner Garcia departs, Conroy steps up
A-Leagues commissioner Nick Garcia has departed with Australian Professional Leagues chairman Stephen Conroy announced as executive chairman.
Pasifika passion: Kuilamu dreams of Matildas and more
Teenage striker Grace Kuilamu is closing in on a Matildas call-up, captaining Australia at U-20 level and wants to be a role model for young Pasifika women.
‘Un-Australian’ defending costs Matildas in Japan loss
The Matildas have slumped to a 4-0 loss to Japan, with big defensive errors proving costly in a horror SheBelieves Cup opener.
Jets soar to third straight ALM win against Roar
The Newcastle Jets have dragged themselves to within four points of the ALM's playoff places after extending their winning run to three against Brisbane Roar.
Kerr captaincy discussion ‘irrelevant’ for Sermanni
Tom Sermanni insists discussions surrounding whether Sam Kerr will retain the Matildas captaincy is "irrelevant" as he may not be around when she returns.
Matildas ‘can’t wait’ for acquitted Kerr to be back
Matildas player Ellie Carpenter is throwing her arms around Sam Kerr as the Australian captain nears a return to full fitness.
Victory teen Murphy earns shock Matildas call-up
Midfielder Clare Wheeler has withdrawn from the Matildas' SheBelieves Cup squad through injury, with teenager Alana Murphy receiving a maiden call-up.
Socceroos dream driving Botic’s breakout
Western United's rising star Noah Botic looms as a future Socceroo, with the talented young striker taking the A-League Men by storm.
Tough talks spark Adelaide’s remarkable ALW turnaround
Adelaide United have turned their A-League Women fortunes around this season, with playmaker Emily Condon among the stars driving the change in fortunes.
Kerr won’t be disciplined by Chelsea after court case
Chelsea won't be disciplining Sam Kerr now her court case is over, with manager Sonia Bompastor offering her a glowing message of support.
Australia poised to join new Pacific soccer league
An Australian soccer team could be competing against sides from PNG, Fiji and Tahiti in a new FIFA-backed Pacific league within months.
NZ derby a chance to kickstart Phoenix: coach Italiano
Wellington's upcoming derby against Auckland is an opportunity to start a belated run towards the top-six along with claiming derby bragging rights.
Sydney FC ALW title defence in strife after City loss
Mariana Speckmaier's wonderful strike earned A-League Women leaders Melbourne City a 2-1 win over struggling Sydney FC while Adelaide and Canberra drew 1-1.
Snubbed Matilda Gielnik steers Victory past Mariners
Overlooked Matilda Emily Gielnik scored a double in Melbourne Victory's 2-0 win over Central Coast while Brisbane Roar and Western United drew 0-0.
Shock call-up: teen ready to make her mark for Matildas
Melbourne Victory teen sensation Alana Murphy earned a shock call-up to the Matildas squad but is ready to take her opportunity with both hands.
Ref standards prompt Macarthur captain Germain to quit
Valere Germain has sensationally quit A-League Men club Macarthur, citing refereeing standards as the reason for his abrupt exit.
Matildas winger out for rest of ALW season
Matildas winger Sharn Freier will miss the rest of the A-League Women season with an ankle injury, meaning her time at Brisbane Roar is over.
Sail goalkeeping howler gifts Mariners draw with Glory
Perth Glory's hopes of moving clear of the foot of the A-League Men table have been dashed by an error from keeper Oli Sail that handed Central Coast a 1-1 draw
White racial slurs still racist, Kerr’s jury told
The jury in Matildas striker Sam Kerr's London trial have been asked to consider if calling a policeman "stupid and white" is still racist.
Late Caceres goal denies Wanderers derby win in ALM
Sydney FC have salvaged a 3-3 draw with cross-city rivals Western Sydney after Anthony Caceres scored deep into added time at Allianz Stadium.
Man City advance after FA Cup scare from Leyton Orient
Manchester City had to battle to overcome a scare from third-tier Leyton Orient and advance to the fifth round of the FA Cup.
Wanderers coach laments referee calls in ALM derby draw
Forced to accept a disappointing derby draw, Western Sydney coach Alen Stajcic says his side have been the victims of inconsistent refereeing.