Japan into Asian Cup semis with Philippines thrashing
Japan have eased into the semi-finals of the Women's Asian Cup with a 7-0 victory over the Philippines.
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Ex-Socceroos prospect explains Croatia defection
Portsmouth playmaker Adrian Segecic has explained why he turned his back on the Socceroos to seek an international career with Croatia.
More Iranian women soccer players to leave Australia
Some of the Iranian women soccer players granted asylum to Australia have reneged on staying and will head back to Iran at a highly volatile time.
Matildas veteran regains her mojo ahead of semi-final
The Matildas will take on China in Tuesday night's Women's Asian Cup semi-final in Perth, and confidence is high following a fighting win over North Korea.
Koreans cruise into Asian Cup semis with Uzbek crushing
South Korea have outclassed Uzbekistan to claim a 6-0 Women's Asian Cup win and advance to the competition's semi-finals.
Victory, Phoenix land crucial wins in A-League Women
Melbourne Victory have beaten Western Sydney 1-0, and Wellington claimed a 3-0 win over Brisbane as the A-League Women finals race heats up.
China beat Taiwan to set up Matildas Asian Cup semi
China had a goal rubbed off and a penalty saved, but they still did enough to beat Taiwan and set up a blockbuster semi-final showdown with Australia.
Phoenix keep season alive with Distance Derby ALM win
Perth's hopes of avoiding a fourth A-League Men wooden spoon in five years have taken a hit after they were downed 2-0 by fellow strugglers Wellington.
How Socceroos learned of playmaker’s Croatian defection
Portsmouth attacker Adrian Segecic has turned his back on the Socceroos and switched FIFA association from Australia to Croatia.
I’ve got more to give: Kerr hopes best is still to come
Australia are into the Women's Asian Cup semi-finals, and star striker Sam Kerr reckons her best is still to come despite already scoring three goals.
Matildas sink North Korea thanks to Kerr, Kennedy magic
Australia have beaten North Korea 2-1 in a tense Women's Asian Cup quarter-final in Perth with goals from Alanna Kennedy and captain Sam Kerr..
Roar’s teenage debutant secures draw with WSW
Brisbane and Western Sydney have played out a 2-all draw in their A-League Men clash at Suncorp Stadium with teenager Niall Thom scoring on his Roar debut.
Adelaide go second in ALW with comeback win over Perth
Adelaide's title quest in the ALW competition is alive after a 2-1 win over Perth, as Newcastle kept their finals hopes alive with a 3-1 victory over Sydney.
World Cup rewards on offer for Matildas in Asian Cup
The Matildas will start as warm favourites for Friday night's Asian Cup quarter-final against North Korea, but Sam Kerr is wary of the tournament dark horse.
Matildas star duo ruled out of Asian Cup quarter-final
Matildas coach Joe Montemurro has joked he may have to play Sam Kerr in defence after Steph Catley was ruled out of Friday's quarter-final against North Korea.
Bring it on: Matildas brace for physical North Korea
Matildas winger Hayley Raso remains a chance to return for Friday night's Asian Cup quarter-final, but she will need to brace for a physical North Korea outfit.
Eddie Jones, AFL provide Socceroos’ World Cup blueprint
Tony Popovic is seeking cross-code collaboration as the Socceroos head to the World Cup in the United States.
Late drama as Iranian player changes mind on asylum
Iranian soccer players granted asylum in Australia have had to be moved to a safer place after a teammate inadvertently gave away their location.
Pressure not a problem as Matildas brace for dark horse
North Korea are one of the best women's football nations in Asia, but the Matildas are backing themselves to come away with victory in Friday's quarter-final.
Socceroos boss sets out Volpato’s path to selection
Cristian Volpato is warming to the prospect of playing for Australia, after recently meeting with Socceroos head coach Tony Popovic.
Open asylum offer as Iranian soccer players leave hotel
Five members of the Iranian women's soccer team have been granted asylum in Australia and the prime minister has extended the offer to others who want to stay.
Act now to protect Iranian soccer team, Australia told
Iran's women's soccer team is in a race against time to secure safety, with advocates fearing dire consequences if they're forced to return home from Australia.
Arnold calls on FIFA to save Iraq’s World Cup dream
Graham Arnold has made an urgent call for FIFA to provide a solution for Iraq's World Cup campaign, which looks set to fall victim to the Iran-US conflict.
Socceroos prove Matildas can still achieve Asian glory
Matildas' boss Joe Montemurro says their Asian Cup dream remains alive after they qualified for the quarter-finals as group runners-up.
Protests follow Iran’s exit in Women’s Asian Cup
Iran's women's soccer team has been at the centre of dramatic scenes following their Asian Cup exit on the Gold Coast.
Implosion costs Matildas in draw with South Korea
Australia have survived a Women's Asian Cup scare, scoring a late goal to avoid defeat in a 3-3 draw with South Korea.
Korea give Kerr scope to banish ghosts of sitters past
Sam Kerr remains haunted by a miss against South Korea in he last Women's Asian Cup. Now on home soil, she's desperate to make amends.
Fowler door opens amid Matildas star’s concussion fate
Hayley Raso will watch Australia's Women's Asian Cup clash with South Korea from the sidelines after failing to finish their win over Iran.
Reborn Matildas warrior chasing ‘fairytale ending’
With her international career given a new lease of life by Joe Montemurro, Alanna Kennedy is chasing one thing as the Matildas' Asian Cup campaign heats up.
Kerr’s big Fowler call as Matildas star breaks drought
Joe Montemurro has taken his time to unleash a Matildas' frontline of Caitlin Foord, Mary Fowler and Sam Kerr -- and he's now reaping the rewards.
‘Traitors’: Iran state TV slams football team’s silence
Iran's state television has called for its women's team to be punished for failing to sing the anthem.