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Why promotion and relegation is coming

Why promotion and relegation is coming

Former head of the A-League Archie Fraser says the top tier of Australian football should have six new teams as well as a national second division with promotion and relegation within five years. 20 Jul 2018
Tim Cahill wants to play on but rules out A-League return

Tim Cahill wants to play on but rules out A-League return

Retiring Socceroos legend Tim Cahill says his club career isn’t over yet but has confirmed he won’t be returning to the A-League. 20 Jul 2018
Amy Sayer's text: “OMG you’re in the Matildas!”

Amy Sayer's text: “OMG you’re in the Matildas!”

For 16-year-old Amy Sayer, her first call up to the Matildas’ senior team is a dream come true. The teenage whiz-kid has been selected in Alen Stajcic’s Australian squad for the upcoming 2018 Tournament of Nations. 20 Jul 2018
Sainsbury close to QPR deal - reports

Sainsbury close to QPR deal - reports

Socceroos defender Trent Sainsbury is close to signing with English Championship club QPR according to reports. 20 Jul 2018
Andrew Dettre: Australian football’s greatest idealist

Andrew Dettre: Australian football’s greatest idealist

The son of the late prominent football journalist Andrew Dettre, has lauded his father for his immense and everlasting contribution to Australian football. 19 Jul 2018
How the Socceroos helped France win the World Cup

How the Socceroos helped France win the World Cup

French journalist Colomban Jaosidy, from the football monthly magazine Onze Mondial, says Les Blues 2-1 win over the Socceroos was a key factor in their eventual World Cup triumph. 19 Jul 2018
Awer Mabil weighing up Danish departure

Awer Mabil weighing up Danish departure

Australian winger Awer Mabil's future with Danish champions FC Midtjylland is up in the air as he chases regular game-time to boost his Socceroos hopes. 18 Jul 2018
Degenek debuts in Champions League

Degenek debuts in Champions League

Socceroos defender Milos Degenek made his debut overnight for new club Red Star Belgrade as they progressed in the UEFA Champions League qualifiers. 18 Jul 2018
NRL eyes New York for Australia against Tonga clash

NRL eyes New York for Australia against Tonga clash

New York has been thrown up a potential venue to stage a Test match between Australia and Tonga this October. 18 Jul 2018
Australia's piece of silverware from Russian World Cup

Australia's piece of silverware from Russian World Cup

The 2018 World Cup is now over with France crowned champions but Australia hasn't come away from Russia without a trophy. 17 Jul 2018
Tim Cahill: A Career in Pics

Tim Cahill: A Career in Pics

Socceroos legend Tim Cahill has hung up his boots on his international career at the ripe age of 38, and we look back at his life on the pitch since emerging as a fresh-faced youngster at Millwall in the 90s through to Russia 2018. Pics by Getty Images. 17 Jul 2018
Tim Cahill confirms international retirement

Tim Cahill confirms international retirement

Australia's all-time top scorer Tim Cahill has today confirmed his retirement from international football. 17 Jul 2018
Striking Gold - how to solve the Socceroos' scoring woes

Striking Gold - how to solve the Socceroos' scoring woes

In three games at the recent World Cup, playing the teams ranked 7, 11 and 12 in the World, we conceded five goals – one of them a dodgy VAR penalty and two others were super unlucky deflections. All things considered, that was not too bad for a country rated 36, so clearly, defense is not a problem. Australia’s biggest problem is scoring goals. 17 Jul 2018
MiniFootball World Cup coming to Australia!

MiniFootball World Cup coming to Australia!

The Australian MiniFootball Federation (AMF) has won the rights to host the 2019 WMF MiniFootball World Cup after defeating Kazakhstan in a majority vote. 16 Jul 2018
And the two new A-League teams are?

And the two new A-League teams are?

Former Head of the A-League, Archie Fraser, runs the rule over the 10 successful shortlisted bidders for expansion and gives his verdict on which two teams will make the final cut. 16 Jul 2018
Thailand come from behind to win third consecutive title

Thailand come from behind to win third consecutive title

Thailand have won their third consecutive AFF Women's Championship title after coming from behind to defeat the Young Matildas 3-2 in the final. 14 Jul 2018
Get to know the Rugby World Cup Sevens in 5 minutes

Get to know the Rugby World Cup Sevens in 5 minutes

The 2018 Rugby Sevens World Cup follows a see-sawing World Series but kicks off with the usual favourites and rising stars. 13 Jul 2018
New Joeys boss set on 'unearthing young talent'

New Joeys boss set on 'unearthing young talent'

Newly appointed Joeys coach Trevor Morgan will get straight to work preparing some of Australia's most gifted young footballers for the 2018 AFC U16 Championship in Malaysia. 13 Jul 2018
Aussie goalkeeper signs with Turkish Super Lig club

Aussie goalkeeper signs with Turkish Super Lig club

Former Melbourne City goalkeeper Yaren Sozer has signed a professional contract with Turkish Super Lig club Istanbul Basaksehir. 13 Jul 2018
Perth Glory snap up ex-Socceroo

Perth Glory snap up ex-Socceroo

Perth Glory have snapped up former Socceroo left back Jason Davidson on a one year deal to bring him to the A-League for the first time. 13 Jul 2018
Every World Cup team summed up in three words

Every World Cup team summed up in three words

A fortnight has passed since elimination at the hands of Peru. Looking back, how would you describe Australia at the 2018 World Cup? 12 Jul 2018