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Teenage Matilda reveals 'surreal' World Cup atmosphere

Teenage Matilda reveals 'surreal' World Cup atmosphere

At just 18-years-old, it's hard to believe that prodigal Matildas defender Karly Roestbakken is still nearly two years OLDER than the youngest player in Australia's squad. 11 Jun 2019
Arnie's new generation: 5 surprise Socceroos for 2022 World Cup campaign

Arnie's new generation: 5 surprise Socceroos for 2022 World Cup campaign

An unseasoned Socceroos squad means lots of juicy new meat to sink our teeth into: here are some of the most appetising items on Graham Arnold's menu against South Korea. 7 Jun 2019
Arnold rubbishes B-team claims, says Socceroos 'aren't charity'

Arnold rubbishes B-team claims, says Socceroos 'aren't charity'

Graham Arnold has vehemently denied that his untested Socceroos squad to face Korea Republic tonight are a second string outfit, saying he expects them to win. 7 Jun 2019
The A-League's favourite foreigner hotspots

The A-League's favourite foreigner hotspots

Like a bawdy Pom making his annual winter pilgrimage to Malaga, the A-League too has its favourite foreign hotspots to get a bit of...culture. 5 Jun 2019
Ranked! Every A-League coach based on this season's performance

Ranked! Every A-League coach based on this season's performance

Sackings, backings and cracking-the-sh**ts: FTBL ranks every A-League coach based on the 2018/19 season performances. 31 May 2019
Ryan discovered coach's sacking from 'fan at barbershop'

Ryan discovered coach's sacking from 'fan at barbershop'

Mat Ryan has revealed the ridiculous setting in which he found out former Brighton Hove & Albion coach Chris Hughton had been sacked. 28 May 2019
Who actually were the A-League's best and worst?

Who actually were the A-League's best and worst?

Is there actually a Sydney bias? Should there be a finals series? Are the Mariners really as crap as everyone thinks? How many passes did the Wanderers make in the final third after the 84th minute mark? At FTBL, we answer the big questions. 28 May 2019
700 Death Threats: The unbelievable journey of new Adelaide boss Gertjan Verbeek

700 Death Threats: The unbelievable journey of new Adelaide boss Gertjan Verbeek

Gertjan Verbeek is, in many ways, your usual Dutch coach. But as Australia have learnt all too well over the years, that's anything but predictable. 24 May 2019
'The most hated man in football': Why Muscat holds the secret to the A-League's success

'The most hated man in football': Why Muscat holds the secret to the A-League's success

Kevin Muscat's impact at Melbourne Victory stands alone as the single greatest influence on an A-League club. 20 May 2019
Could Harry Kewell be the next Victory manager?

Could Harry Kewell be the next Victory manager?

Harry Kewell could be set for a surprise return Down Under after Kevin Muscat formally announced his departure from Melbourne Victory. 20 May 2019
NSL hero lost, but legacy will live on

NSL hero lost, but legacy will live on

One of the finest NSL defenders of his generation, David Cervinski's death from skin cancer is a dark day for Australian football. But his legacy will prove far greater. 17 May 2019
Can the A-League break Australia's woeful Grand Final entertainment record?

Can the A-League break Australia's woeful Grand Final entertainment record?

Football Federation Australia have donned the skinny jeans and swivelled their cap backwards, announcing Ministry of Sound as the Grand Final pre-match entertainment. 16 May 2019
Is this the real Grand Final winner...?

Is this the real Grand Final winner...?

There's a whole new battle in Australian football, but it'll be fought behind the scenes at the 2019 A-League Grand Final. 15 May 2019
Prodigiously talented Socceroo staring down the barrel

Prodigiously talented Socceroo staring down the barrel

Alex Gersbach and Luke Wilkshire never played together. 14 May 2019
Sydney vs Victory Player Ratings

Sydney vs Victory Player Ratings

See how the Big Blue contestants fared in Sydney FC's 6-1 demolition of Melbourne Victory: a result for the A-League ages. 12 May 2019
One Socceroo great's passionate Mother's Day tribute

One Socceroo great's passionate Mother's Day tribute

In an interview with FIFA.com, Socceroos great Tim Cahill offered a heartwarming tribute to his mother's influence on his career. 12 May 2019
Bonevacia set for Middle East adventure

Bonevacia set for Middle East adventure

Goal Australia has reported that former Western Sydney Wanderers' midfielder Roly Bonevacia has signed for Saudi Pro League club Al-Faisaly. 11 May 2019
'Disgusting': Refs under fire after shootout controversy

'Disgusting': Refs under fire after shootout controversy

In one of the finest advertisements for the A-League in recent memory, there was still room for controversy. 11 May 2019
'It's finals football': The Best & Worst of Perth vs Adelaide

'It's finals football': The Best & Worst of Perth vs Adelaide

The last time Perth Glory had a home Grand Final, it was the end of an era for Australian football. Will this time be a new beginning? The Best and Worst of Perth Glory's emphatic penalty shootout win over Adelaide United. 10 May 2019
Reddy: 'Goalkeepers can't take penalties?'

Reddy: 'Goalkeepers can't take penalties?'

Perth Glory are in the Grand Final, winning 5-4 on penalties against Adelaide United after a ridiculous 3-3 draw in at HBF Park. 10 May 2019
The Best and Worst from Victory vs Daegu

The Best and Worst from Victory vs Daegu

The best and worst of Melbourne Victory's 4-0 loss to Daegu FC in the Asian Champions League. 8 May 2019