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Sainsbury captains Grasshopper in fourth game

Sainsbury captains Grasshopper in fourth game

Trent Sainsbury has already made a massive impact at Grasshopper Zurich, captaining the side against arch-rivals FC Basel in only his fourth match. 19 Apr 2018
Aussie teams make world's largest five-a-side finals

Aussie teams make world's largest five-a-side finals

The Neymar Jnr five-a-side tournament is the world's largest of its kind and an Aussie men's and women's side will be taking part. 18 Apr 2018
Matildas vs Thailand: Player Ratings

Matildas vs Thailand: Player Ratings

They made it as hard as possible but the Westfield Matildas have battled through to another Women's Asian Cup Final after a Mackenzie Arnold rollercoaster sent Australia through winning 3-1 on penalties after it finished 2-2 after extra time. 18 Apr 2018
Craig Johnston – Surfing for Southern

Craig Johnston – Surfing for Southern

Few people in Australian football polarise the fans like Craig Johnston. Loved by some for his exploits at Liverpool in the 80s – loathed by others for his refusal to play for the Socceroos, and forever haunted by his comment that: “Playing football for Australia was like surfing for England”. 16 Apr 2018
Simon: Matildas know what’s on the line

Simon: Matildas know what’s on the line

Knowing a World Cup qualification spot is on the line in tonight’s Asian Cup game against Japan has the Matildas filled with extra motivation and determination, says star striker Kyah Simon. 13 Apr 2018
Hill: A-League criteria makes it difficult for migrant based clubs

Hill: A-League criteria makes it difficult for migrant based clubs

The man who controversially axed ethnic teams in the former NSL says FFA’s expansion criteria makes it difficult for migrant backed clubs to get into the A-League. 13 Apr 2018
Logarzo: Japan game is massive

Logarzo: Japan game is massive

Ahead of Australia’s Asian Cup game against Japan, Matildas star Chloe Logarzo says qualifying for next year’s Women’s World Cup would be massive for the women’s game. 13 Apr 2018
Iran coach: We're following Arzani very closely

Iran coach: We're following Arzani very closely

Iranian coach Carlos Queiroz has revealed Iran are keeping a "very" close eye on Daniel Arzani leading into the World Cup. 11 Apr 2018
WATCH: Jones commits "unnecessary" howler

WATCH: Jones commits "unnecessary" howler

Socceroos goalkeeper Brad Jones had a moment to forget with an "unnecessary mistake" as Feyenoord won 3-1 over Twente in the Dutch Eredivisie on Sunday. 9 Apr 2018
Matildas v Korea Republic pic special

Matildas v Korea Republic pic special

The Matildas did all the attacking in their opening game of the 2018 Asian Cup this morning but they couldn't break down a resolute Korean defence. The score ended in a 0-0 stalemate at King Abdullah II Stadium. Rachel Bach was there for The Women's Game to capture the action before, during and after the clash. 8 Apr 2018
Van Egmond: Matildas out to make a statement

Van Egmond: Matildas out to make a statement

Matildas midfield maestro Emily van Egmond says Australia are out make a statement in Jordan and finish what they started after losing to Japan in the previous Asian Cup Final. 7 Apr 2018
Logarzo: Asian Cup is massive

Logarzo: Asian Cup is massive

Matildas midfielder Chloe Logarzo says Australia isn’t just satisfied with qualifying for the World Cup but lifting silverware. 7 Apr 2018
Socceroos and Matildas kit reveal

Socceroos and Matildas kit reveal

Nothing says BIG TOURNAMENT APPROACHING like a kit launch. Brendin Lo was at the Sydney gig to catch the Big Reveal. 5 Apr 2018
FIFA outlines solution to FFA governance crisis

FIFA outlines solution to FFA governance crisis

FIFA has outlined what their temporary 'Working Group' will look like as the organisation attempts to solve Australian football's governance crisis. 4 Apr 2018
'Rogic will be the Socceroos' best in Russia'

'Rogic will be the Socceroos' best in Russia'

Socceroos legend Paul Wade has lavished praise on Tom Rogic, saying his value will rise meteorically during the World Cup and a massive contract is on the cards. 4 Apr 2018
Birthday boy Vukovic in dream debut

Birthday boy Vukovic in dream debut

Danny Vukovic celebrated his Socceroo debut and his 33rd birthday with a precious penalty save to earn Australia a draw against Colombia in London. 28 Mar 2018