Not fair: Matildas pan Asian Cup pay inequality
Matildas players have been let upset at the lack of prize money on offer at the 2026 Women's Asian Cup, and they want future events to match the men's pay.
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Sky’s limit for Irankunda as Socceroos brace for Turkey
The Socceroos will face Turkey first at the World Cup, and after his brace against Curacao Nestory Irankunda will be a crucial part of plans to shock the world.
Big gun cameos seal Socceroos’ World Cup send-off win
Nestory Irankunda, Jordy Bos and Riley McGree have come off the bench to lift the Socceroos to a 5-1 win over Curacao in their World Cup send-off match.
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Patrick Kisnorbo has lashed out at his old club Melbourne Victory as he attempts to resurrect his coaching career at Sydney FC.
Different route to World Cup has Socceroos primed
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Socceroos embrace Cup auditions with end goal in sight
Milos Degenek has been to two World Cups, and he and his teammates can show they should be in Tony Popovic's squad.
Arnold out to conquer toughest job, end World Cup pain
Iraq's Australian coach Graham Arnold speaks to AAP about his quest to qualify for June's World Cup. Iraq face a play-off on Wednesday (AEDT).
The teen wonder who’s bolting into Socceroos contention
Tony Popovic has revealed the moment he knew teenage World Cup hopeful Lucas Herrington was ready to handle a Socceroos debut at age 18.
Roar close on ALW finals berth with big Perth win
Brisbane Roar have fought past Perth Glory for a 5-2 win as they close in on an A-League Women finals berth.
Late Bos goal helps stodgy Socceroos past Cameroon
A late goal from Jordy Bos has helped Australia to a 1-0 win over Cameroon in their friendly in Sydney.
Socceroos’ Karacic out of last home games before Cup
Luckless defender Fran Karacic will miss the Socceroos' World Cup warm-up matches against Cameroon and Curacao through yet another injury setback.
‘Kangaroo’ Suto eyes World Cup on first trip Down Under
In Croatia, they used to tease Ante Suto by calling him a "kangaroo" and now the Hibs forward is a chance to go to the World Cup with the Socceroos.
Kisnorbo lands Sydney job as Talay stands down
Patrick Kisnorbo has signed on as Sydney FC's interim replacement for Ufuk Talay, who has stepped down as manager with immediate effect.
Robertson addresses ‘issue’ at heart of Socceroos exile
After three years of mystery and innuendo, Alex Robertson is finally back in the Socceroos set-up with the midfielder explaining why it took so long.
Jets beat Sydney to close on A-League Men premiership
Newcastle have claimed a thrilling 2-1 win over Sydney FC to take a massive step towards their first A-League Men premiership.
The end? Coach feels Matildas era has only just begun
Joe Montemurro wants the Matildas to use their Women's Asian Cup final loss to Japan as a springboard to more success.
Misery for Matildas as Japan claim Women’s Asian Cup
The Matildas' Asian Cup campaign has ended in heartache after losing 1-0 to Japan in the final.
Glory, Mariners miss chance to move into ALW top six
A scoreless draw in Perth has done little for the A-League Women finals hopes of the Glory and Central Coast Mariners.
Phoenix defeat Roar, stay alive in ALM
Ifeanyi Eze's late goal has helped Wellington Phoenix stay in the finals frame while Brisbane have again tasted defeat from a winning position.
Brisbane, Wellington claim vital A-League Women wins
Brisbane have snapped a four-game A-League Women losing streak to beat Newcastle, while Wellington Phoenix overcame Sydney FC.
Matildas dismiss Kerr concern amid no-show, knee scare
Joe Montemurro is adamant Sam Kerr is fit for the Women's Asian Cup final despite the captain's pre-match press conference absence and a heavily-bandaged knee.
On-song North Korea seal long-awaited World Cup return
A hat-trick from Hong Song-Ok in a dominant 4-0 defeat of Taiwan has ensured North Korea will return to the World Cup despite their early Asian Cup exit.
Brazil bound: Aussie connection guides Filipinas to WC
Australian coach Mark Torcaso has guided the Philippines back to the World Cup, beating Uzbekistan in their Asian Cup play-in qualifier on the Gold Coast.
Socceroos summon uncapped trio for World Cup warm-ups
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has called up an 18-year-old defender for the first time while also giving World Cup auditions to two other uncapped players.
‘They just surprise you’: how teen can add to Socceroos
Teen Lucas Herrington could be a surprise Socceroos call-up and ex-England sensation Theo Walcott believes national teams can reap the rewards of testing youth.
Why Sam Kerr could barely celebrate win over China
Matildas captain Sam Kerr has already scored four goals for the tournament, and she hopes more will come in Saturday night's Women's Asian Cup final.
Kerr brilliance sinks China 2-1 in Asian Cup semi-final
Caitlin Foord and Sam Kerr have scored either side of half-time as the Matildas beat China 2-1 to set up an Asian Cup final against either South Korea or Japan.
Remaining Iranian soccer players join A-League training
Two remaining Iranian soccer players have trained with a local club after five others who initially also sought asylum in Australia reversed their decision.
Matildas brace for tactical battle against former coach
Ante Milicic led the Matildas to the last 16 at the 2019 World Cup but will be the enemy on Tuesday night in Australia's Asian World Cup semi-final with China.
Raso, Catley pass concussion test, on track for China
Matildas coach Joe Montemurro is tight-lipped about what roles Steph Catley and Hayley Raso will play against China after they passed their concussion tests.
Family kidnap claims as Iranian soccer players return
As only two members of the Iranian women's soccer team remain in Australia, the local diaspora says families of those seeking asylum are being targeted.