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Meet the dark horse coach making A-League waves

Meet the dark horse coach making A-League waves

He might just be the most under-estimated A-League coach of the current crop. 5 Apr 2023
Pep talks: Socceroos starlet aiming to build on dashing debut

Pep talks: Socceroos starlet aiming to build on dashing debut

So what next for breakthrough Socceroo Alex Robertson? The dewy-cheeked Manchester City midfielder’s 25-minute cameo In Australia’s 3-1 win over Ecuador in Sydney provided a glimpse of a future wreathed in promise.  30 Mar 2023
Socceroos cop physicality lesson in Ecuador loss

Socceroos cop physicality lesson in Ecuador loss

The Socceroos have been unable to back up their win over Ecuador in Sydney, suffering a 2-1 loss in a physical clash with the same opponents in Melbourne. 28 Mar 2023
'Flare burn marks in the ceiling': Socceroos want crazy Melbourne fans against Ecuador

'Flare burn marks in the ceiling': Socceroos want crazy Melbourne fans against Ecuador

Scenes of Australian football fans packing Federation Square was a highlight of the World Cup and the Socceroos want that replicated at their Melbourne return. 27 Mar 2023
Kuol's Scottish advice: 'They don't care who you are - they're just going to go through you'

Kuol's Scottish advice: 'They don't care who you are - they're just going to go through you'

Socceroos defender Kye Rowles is confident Garang Kuol's first international goal can help him kick on and find form for Australia and his Scottish club Hearts. 27 Mar 2023
'Excitement machines': Socceroos chiefs salivate over next gen talents

'Excitement machines': Socceroos chiefs salivate over next gen talents

Freshly re-signed Socceroos assistant Rene Meulensteen didn’t need his arm twisted to commit to a second Socceroos World Cup cycle. 25 Mar 2023
Learning curve: Ex-Socceroos skipper making his Mark for Reds

Learning curve: Ex-Socceroos skipper making his Mark for Reds

He worked under the likes of Guus Hiddink, Ange Postecoglou, Bert van Marwijk and Mark van Bommel - now ex-Socceroos skipper Mark Milligan is showing just how much know-how he assimilated. 23 Mar 2023
Noa's arc: Son of Socceroos gun making waves for Croatia

Noa's arc: Son of Socceroos gun making waves for Croatia

The famous Skoko name synonymous with the Socceroos is up in lights again - but this time it’s in the iconic red and white chequers of Croatia. 22 Mar 2023
Land of the rising gun: Socceroos defender flying in Japan

Land of the rising gun: Socceroos defender flying in Japan

The rise of Japan-based Socceroo Thomas Deng is gathering steam, with the centre-back playing a key role in promoted Albirex Niigata’s storming start to the new J1 season. 17 Mar 2023
Socceroos Abroad: Youngsters starring in the UK, Asia's big leagues commence, Ange domination continues, and Kisnorbo under pressure in France

Socceroos Abroad: Youngsters starring in the UK, Asia's big leagues commence, Ange domination continues, and Kisnorbo under pressure in France

February saw a host of Aussies begin their new season in Asia, as the J-League and K-League, two of the continent's biggest competitions, commenced. Elsewhere, a host of youngsters are finding form at youth level in the UK, whilst there was contrasting fortunes for Ange Postecoglou and Patrick Kisnorbo at their respective clubs. Front Page Football's Christian Marchetti reviews Socceroos and Aussie's Abroad in February for FTBL. 17 Mar 2023
'I see him in the Bundesliga': Ex-Socceroos skipper tips glittering future for A-League starlet

'I see him in the Bundesliga': Ex-Socceroos skipper tips glittering future for A-League starlet

Teenage sensation Nestory Irankunda could one day find himself lighting up the Bundesliga, according to former Socceroos skipper Mark Milligan.  15 Mar 2023
Sliding doors moment: Will Kuol's Bundesliga snub prove costly?

Sliding doors moment: Will Kuol's Bundesliga snub prove costly?

Decisions, decisions. We all make them, and they all have consequences, some good, some not so great. 9 Mar 2023
French connection: star A-League midfielder lands European move

French connection: star A-League midfielder lands European move

Melbourne City’s midfield mainstay Aiden O’Neill is bound for Europe again - this time to reunite with former boss Patrick Kisnorbo at Ligue 1 Troyes. 8 Mar 2023
'It was unreal': Aussie kid's taste of high life against Manchester City

'It was unreal': Aussie kid's taste of high life against Manchester City

After 14 months of injury hell, Bristol City’s budding Aussie import Marlee Francois found himself living the dream in midweek with a cameo off the bench against none other than Manchester City. 3 Mar 2023
Socceroos on brink of luring multiple foreign stars: 'We will get them across the line'

Socceroos on brink of luring multiple foreign stars: 'We will get them across the line'

Graham Arnold says past glories count for nothing as he begins preparations for next year's Asian Cup with two friendlies against Ecuador. 2 Mar 2023
Meet the Charlton keeper who has Socceroos in his sights

Meet the Charlton keeper who has Socceroos in his sights

Nominated by none other than Australia icon Mark Schwarzer as a Socceroo-in-the-making, Charlton Athletic goalkeeper Ashley Maynard-Brewer is striking all the right chords as his career takes off in South London. 24 Feb 2023
Socceroos, Matildas lock in friendlies with England

Socceroos, Matildas lock in friendlies with England

Graham Arnold will become the first Australia boss to coach against England at Wembley Stadium as Football Australia confirmed friendly fixtures later this year for both the Socceroos and Matildas. 22 Feb 2023
Socceroos line up Ecuador for homecoming clashes

Socceroos line up Ecuador for homecoming clashes

Hot on the heels of announcing a blockbuster October 14 Wembley friendly against England, Football Australia are set to confirm that World Cup participants Ecuador will face the Socceroos in Sydney and Melbourne next month. 21 Feb 2023
'Making the right moves': Overlooked Socceroo charges back into the frame

'Making the right moves': Overlooked Socceroo charges back into the frame

What a difference three months makes. From the despair of being left out of Australia’s World Cup squad, Connor Metcalfe is now “doing everything possible” to re-emerge as an important part of the 2026 qualification campaign. 21 Feb 2023
Socceroos Abroad: An Aussie in the Premier League, a Bundesliga debut, and more Mooy magic during a busy transfer window

Socceroos Abroad: An Aussie in the Premier League, a Bundesliga debut, and more Mooy magic during a busy transfer window

January is always dominated by the hectic nature of the transfer window, and last month saw a host of Australians on the move overseas. A standout performer from the Socceroos' historic World Cup campaign earned a dream Premier League move, whilst another is gradually becoming one of the best players in Scotland. Elsewhere, a former Central Coast Mariners youngster debuted in the prestigious German Bundesliga. FTBL's Christian Marchetti reviews Socceroos and Aussie's Abroad in January. 15 Feb 2023
'It's bewildering': A-Leagues chiefs slammed for exposing players to heat harm

'It's bewildering': A-Leagues chiefs slammed for exposing players to heat harm

The health of A-Leagues players is being jeopardised by fixture scheduling which compels them to suffer in searing summer temperatures, according to former Football Australia head of high performance, Dr Craig Duncan. 12 Feb 2023