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Fowler to critics: I've the experience to coach in A-League

Fowler to critics: I've the experience to coach in A-League

New Brisbane Roar head coach Robbie Fowler says he’s not an inexperienced head coach in the A-League, as some are suggesting. 23 Apr 2019
Santalab's stories from an amazing career in football

Santalab's stories from an amazing career in football

Belgian police car rides and saying no to Tony Popovic are just two stories from Brendon Santalab's long and successful career, as the Glory man revealed this week. 23 Apr 2019
ACL: Sydney FC's must-win clash in Shanghai

ACL: Sydney FC's must-win clash in Shanghai

Sydney FC coach Steve Corica knows his side should've beaten Shanghai SIPG in Australia. Tonight in Shanghai a win would kickstart the Sky Blues' ACL campaign. 23 Apr 2019
5 ways Robbie Fowler era can reignite Brisbane Roar

5 ways Robbie Fowler era can reignite Brisbane Roar

With the Liverpool legend set to be announced as new Brisbane Roar manager, his appointment has sparked debate about its merits. 23 Apr 2019
Victory coach's blunt message as A-League Finals loom

Victory coach's blunt message as A-League Finals loom

Melbourne Victory coach Kevin Muscat has sent a blunt warning to his players: switch on now not when the A-League Finals Series kicks off in two weeks. 22 Apr 2019
Henrique: ‘I loved Brisbane and Australia from day one’

Henrique: ‘I loved Brisbane and Australia from day one’

After announcing he's leaving Brisbane Roar, Henrique said Brisbane and Australia's A-League felt right from day one of his arrival. 22 Apr 2019
Brazilian striker to depart Roar, eyes coaching

Brazilian striker to depart Roar, eyes coaching

Henrique, one of the most popular players at Brisbane Roar over the years, will leave the club at season’s end with the player considering a new career in coaching.  22 Apr 2019
The seven best A-League player nicknames

The seven best A-League player nicknames

After it was revealed Newcastle Jet Angus Thurgate is nicknamed “Port Macquarie Pele”, FTBL spotlights seven other funny A-League player nicknames. 22 Apr 2019
Victory’s ACL warning: Talisca 'Guangzhou’s Steph Curry'

Victory’s ACL warning: Talisca 'Guangzhou’s Steph Curry'

The Brazilian who tormented Melbourne Victory in the ACL for Guangzhou Evergrande has been dubbed Chinese football's Steph Curry. 22 Apr 2019
Socceroo striker on the move? Kruse’s options

Socceroo striker on the move? Kruse’s options

It appears Socceroo striker Robbie Kruse will move from his German club VfL Bochum in Bundesliga2 at the end of this season: but which option will suit him best? 19 Apr 2019
Victory flying high after hectic travel in A-League, ACL

Victory flying high after hectic travel in A-League, ACL

Melbourne Victory’s huge travel schedule in recent weeks isn’t getting in the way of preparations for tonight’s massive Good Friday clash in Adelaide. 19 Apr 2019
A-League on FIFA: Victory crowned E-League Premiers

A-League on FIFA: Victory crowned E-League Premiers

Melbourne Victory has been crowned E-League Premiers after a huge win over Adelaide United last night on FIFA. 19 Apr 2019
Queenslander in Glasgow: Matt McKay’s Rangers year

Queenslander in Glasgow: Matt McKay’s Rangers year

Brisbane Roar’s Matt McKay will retire as an A-League championship winner, respected Socceroo, and Roar legend. 19 Apr 2019
Coopers Stadium ‘best A-League venue in Australia’

Coopers Stadium ‘best A-League venue in Australia’

As Adelaide United prepares to host a Good Friday blockbuster, Reds coach Marco Kurz has declared Coopers Stadium the best A-League venue in Australia. 19 Apr 2019
A-League mind games: Sydney FC’s message to Victory

A-League mind games: Sydney FC’s message to Victory

Sydney FC coach Steve Corica has sent Melbourne Victory a blunt message: you cannot afford to stumble in Adelaide tonight. 19 Apr 2019
'Now bring on the Grand Final...'

'Now bring on the Grand Final...'

Sydney FC took the honours in what looked like a dress rehearsal of the 2019 A-League Grand Final with a 1-0 win over newly-crowned Premiers Perth Glory. 18 Apr 2019
No misty-eyed feelz for Muscat over A-League exits

No misty-eyed feelz for Muscat over A-League exits

Melbourne Victory coach Kevin Muscat is shedding no sentimental tears as some of the biggest names in A-League history hang up their boots this season. 18 Apr 2019
'I've always had a smile on my face...'

'I've always had a smile on my face...'

He's been one of the A-League's one-club legends – and his face launched a thousand memes... but today Matt McKay confirmed it was the end of the road for his playing career. 18 Apr 2019
Watch: A goal too VAR as Spurs rock Manchester City

Watch: A goal too VAR as Spurs rock Manchester City

It was the Battle of Britain and north v south as Manchester City took on Tottenham Hotspur in the UEFA Champions League this morning in an incredible game that was ultimately decided by VAR. Check out the highlights here, courtesy of Optus Sport. 18 Apr 2019
Watch: Porto vs Liverpool

Watch: Porto vs Liverpool

Liverpool took on Porto this morning in the UEFA Champions League and booked their place in their second semi final in two years. Check out the highlights here, courtesy of Optus Sport. 18 Apr 2019
Rudan: I offered to quit after Roar loss

Rudan: I offered to quit after Roar loss

Exiting Wellington Phoenix coach Mark Rudan offered bosses his resignation after last Friday's loss to Brisbane Roar, he revealed today. 17 Apr 2019