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Shootout king Ryan saves Australia

Shootout king Ryan saves Australia

As a child fan, Mat Ryan watched from the stands as Mark Schwarzer's penalty shoot out heroics sent Australia to Germany 2006. Today he tasted that joy for himself at the Asian Cup. 22 Jan 2019
Spotkick hero Leckie: It was all Ryan!

Spotkick hero Leckie: It was all Ryan!

Super sub Mat Leckie came off the bench to score the crucial spot kick to take Australia to the Asian Cup quarter finals - but laid all the credit in the hands of his keeper hero Mat Ryan. 22 Jan 2019
Jets boss to fans: Don't quit on us now

Jets boss to fans: Don't quit on us now

Newcastle Jets boss Lawrie McKinna has begged fans to call off a boycott of their F3 clash with Central Coast Mariners tomorrow night. 22 Jan 2019
Ibini makes Korean switch

Ibini makes Korean switch

Fringe Socceroo Bernie Ibini has been signed by K-League side Jeonbuk Hyundai after a year wth Emirates club in the UAE. 20 Jan 2019
Second Aloisi exits Roar

Second Aloisi exits Roar

Ross Aloisi has finally left Brisbane Roar three weeks after his brother John quit as coach of the Queensland club. 18 Jan 2019
Adidas reveals new EXHIBIT pack

Adidas reveals new EXHIBIT pack

Adidas release four new boots giving players the courage to exhibit their game 18 Jan 2019
Rhyan Grant: I almost died

Rhyan Grant: I almost died

Socceroos new boy Rhyan Grant has revealed for the first time how he almost died when an afternoon's surf came within a breath of tragedy. 17 Jan 2019
Jedi on quitting the Roos: It's still quite raw...

Jedi on quitting the Roos: It's still quite raw...

Former Australia skipper Mile Jedinak is adapting to a new life without the Socceroos – and shared his feelings with golden generation legend, Mark Schwarzer. 17 Jan 2019
Flores back at Adelaide... (City)

Flores back at Adelaide... (City)

Former A-League hero Marco Flores has returned to Australian football and signed for Adelaide City for the upcoming NPL season. 17 Jan 2019
Socceroos hunt for Syria's weak spot

Socceroos hunt for Syria's weak spot

Socceroos backroom staff are trawling though hours of video footage in the hunt for a weak spot in Syria's tactics for Australia to exploit tomorrow night. 14 Jan 2019
'We'll fight for each other...'

'We'll fight for each other...'

Melbourne Victory skipper Carl Valeri says the team has been building for this moment all season long – and players are primed to do whatever it takes now. 14 Jan 2019
'I'm not going to sit here and feel sorry for myself...'

'I'm not going to sit here and feel sorry for myself...'

Reds goal hero Craig Goodwin is in peak form for his club and added yet another goal to his season tally last night...but it still wasn't good enough for the Socceroos. 10 Jan 2019
'I’m trying to be brave - but inside I’m broken'

'I’m trying to be brave - but inside I’m broken'

The future of Aussie footballer Hakeem Al-Araibi could be decided today as Australian Government officials meet with Thai authorities. 10 Jan 2019
Muscat's low key look for new signings

Muscat's low key look for new signings

Melbourne Victory coach Kevin Muscat admits he's always looking for new talent to sign in the current transfer market as his side struggles with a growing injury list. 8 Jan 2019
WSW boss: Fans should shout at us

WSW boss: Fans should shout at us

Western Sydney Wanderers boss Markus Babbel has backed RBB fans' right to give his side abuse at half-time against Melbourne City. 7 Jan 2019
Here Roo Go! Socceroos touch down in UAE

Here Roo Go! Socceroos touch down in UAE

The Socceroos touched down in the United Arab Emirates last night to defend their Asian Cup crown and immediately had a training session as coach Graham Arnold vowed to win every game. 27 Dec 2018
Mooy ruled out of Asian Cup - official

Mooy ruled out of Asian Cup - official

Key midfield star Aaron Mooy has been ruled out of the Asian Cup after a medical check by the Socceroos confirmed his serious knee injury. 24 Dec 2018
Revealed: Arnie's squad for the Asian Cup

Revealed: Arnie's squad for the Asian Cup

Graham Arnold has revealed his Socceroo squad for next month's Asian Cup – and it includes injured star Aaron Mooy. 20 Dec 2018
FFA: Let's get this show on the road...

FFA: Let's get this show on the road...

Football Federation Australia has laid out an ambitious program of community forums and working groups to overhaul the sport in this country in the wake of the boardroom coup last month. 19 Dec 2018
Watch! Eli's amazing Superclasico doco

Watch! Eli's amazing Superclasico doco

Our mates over at Copa 90 have produced this incredible doco on the now notorious Copa Libertadores Superclasico final - and Aussie film-maker Eli Mengem has created something special. Savour this slice of football history... 16 Dec 2018
FFA confirm two new clubs for A-League

FFA confirm two new clubs for A-League

Football Federation Australia has confirmed Western Melbourne Group and Macarthur South West Sydney will join an expanded Hyundai A-League. 13 Dec 2018