Postecoglou in coaching wilderness after Forest flop
Australian Ange Postecoglous has been sacked after 39 days in charge of Nottingham Forest and it is unclear where his club future lies.
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Why Matildas coach backs Kerr return to be a hit
Sam Kerr will return to the Matildas fold off the back of limited minutes at Chelsea but coach Joe Montemurro is confident she will shine.
More than pride on line in Socceroos’ US World Cup prep
The Socceroos' friendly against the United States is huge for their World Cup preparation, while a positive result could be big in terms of their draw.
It’s All White: Roar recruit ready to rip in ALM return
Brisbane's New Zealand recruit James McGarry can't see a path to the World Cup with the All Whites without success at his new A-League home at the Roar.
‘Not ideal’: fraught talks fail to seal Merrett trade
Zach Merrett is staying at Essendon and Charlie Curnow will leave Carlton for Sydney after a tense end to the AFL trade period on Wednesday night.
Socceroos boss wants World Cup hopefuls to surprise him
There is no bigger carrot in football than the World Cup and Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has urged players to make his squad selection a headache.
Grounding Ryan air: globetrotting Socceroo wants change
No male footballer travelled more last year than Maty Ryan and he hopes FIFA and other bodies can start to support players more with heavy travel loads.
Matildas set for huge Kerr boost in key Asian Cup prep
A long-awaited international comeback for Sam Kerr looms while Matildas coach Joe Montemurro is excited by Mary Fowler's progress in her return from injury.
Matildas coach’s bold ideas to boost A-League Women
Matildas coach Joe Montemurro believes allowing investment solely in A-League Women clubs could help open the door to making it fully professional.
A-League captain’s sly code in betting corruption scam
An award-winning A-League Men's captain used an unusual symbol when coordinating with a shadowy overseas figure to enact a lucrative soccer betting scam.
Matildas confirm Kerr’s return, Vine and Gorry back
Sam Kerr has returned to the Matildas for upcoming friendlies against Wales and England, with Cortnee Vine and Katrina Gorry also bolstering the squad.
Mariners bombshell: coach quits on eve of ALM kick off
Central Coast are on the lookout for a new coach after Mark Jackson quit just nine days before the Mariners' season opener against Newcastle.
‘Quick trajectory’: teen hailed as new Sky Blues star
A teenager will be key for Sydney FC's ALW side this season as the Sky Blues look to bounce back from their last campaign, says coach Ante Juric.
Socceroos boss proud of match-winner Irankunda
The Socceroos have beaten Canada 1-0 in their friendly match, with teen star Nestory Irankunda scoring the winner and Paul Izzo making multiple saves.
National task force launched to combat match-fixing
Sport Integrity Australia is setting up a national task force to address potential match-fixing, with the 2026 Women's Asian Cup its first project.
Cool-headed Socceroo ready to protect Irankunda
Socceroos defender Alessandro Circati expects teams to keep trying to get under Nestory Irankunda's skin, but says his teammates will protect him.
Socceroos star suffers another injury setback
Socceroos star Jackson Irvine has been on the sidelines for almost six months with a foot injury and now has suffered a fresh setback.
Finance boss latest top exec to quit FA after $8m loss
Chief financial officer Caroline Veitch has become the latest high-profile departure from Football Australia, resigning after reporting a $8.55-million loss.
Forgotten Socceroo back in the fold for friendlies
Tony Popovic has made eight changes to the Socceroos' squad to face Canada and the United States, including giving a young gun a recall after almost two years.
Jets down high-flying Heidelberg to win Australia Cup
The Newcastle Jets have beaten Heidelberg United 3-1 after extra-time to win the Australia Cup for the first time -- and they hope it's just the beginning.
Caputo double fires Young Socceroos to World Cup win
The Young Socceroos are a chance of advancing to the U20 World Cup round of 16 after Melbourne City star Max Caputo scored a brace in their victory over Cuba.
‘I’ve fought all my life’: Ange defiant over Forest woe
Ange Postecoglou's brief but winless reign as Nottingham Forest boss looks even more precarious after another Premier League defeat at Newcastle.
A-League players sidestep conviction in betting scam
A pair of soccer players who pleaded guilty to deliberately receiving yellow cards for $10,000 have avoided convictions and jail time.
‘Frustrated’ Mata confident he and ALM can rise again
Former Premier League star Juan Mata has departed the Western Sydney Wanderers and joined one of their A-League Men rivals, believing the only way is up.
A-League captain allegedly exploited ties in bet scam
Former Macarthur Bulls soccer players who deliberately picked up yellow cards have pointed the finger at their captain for exploiting their relationship.
Welsh woes: Socceroos’ cup double sinks Postecoglou
Socceroos defender Cam Burgess has scored an added-time winner, after earlier also netting, to knock Ange Postecoglou's Nottingham Forest out of the League Cup.
Hero’s welcome: Kerr back to Blues’ standing ovation
Sam Kerr has been given a hero's welcome back at her Chelsea stamping ground at Kingsmeadow but didn't score for once as the champions beat Leicester 1-0.
Ange jokes he may have to win trophy in his first year
Nottingham Forest's new boss Ange Postecoglou laughs he may have to win a trophy straight away at Nottingham Forest to ensure he gets a second season.
Union’s bold salary cap bid for jobless United players
Nearly 40 footballers were left out of work by Western United's "hibernation", now the player union says an A-Leagues salary cap rule can help soothe the saga.
Postecoglou outgunned in ‘disappointing’ Forest debut
Arsenal fans have taunted Ange Postecoglou during the Australian's debut as Nottingham Forest manager, which ended in a 3-0 away loss.
After dream return, Matildas next for resurgent Kerr
Australian soccer superstar Sam Kerr has netted on her WSL return for Chelsea in her first appearance in 20 months after injury.