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Newcastle Jets sign huge NPL goalkeeper

Newcastle Jets sign huge NPL goalkeeper

Newcastle Jets have signed goalkeeper Michael Weir ahead of the 2021-22 A-League season. The shot stopper is the twenty-third player confirmed for the New South Wales based club ahead of the upcoming A-League season. 18 Sep 2021
Emma Checker is Australia's Icelandic Iron Woman

Emma Checker is Australia's Icelandic Iron Woman

The Icelandic Úrvalsdeild Women's league finished its regular season last Sunday. One Australian played in every minute of her club's multiple campaigns. 18 Sep 2021
Only Japanese-based Matilda to make debut

Only Japanese-based Matilda to make debut

Japan's first women's professional soccer league, the WE League, kicked off last Sunday. Next Monday will be the debut of Australia's only player currently contracted in the League, Alex Chidiac. 17 Sep 2021
Postecoglou’s Celtic in trouble in poor night for Socceroos in Europe

Postecoglou’s Celtic in trouble in poor night for Socceroos in Europe

A number of Socceroos featured in the Europa League's opening day. Ange Postecoglou Celtic blew their lead in a seven goal Europa League stunner. Several other Socceroos' teams saw action in both the Europa League and the new Europa Conference League. 17 Sep 2021
Socceroos to play home qualifier abroad

Socceroos to play home qualifier abroad

The upcoming Socceroos' home FIFA World Cup Qualifier against Oman will not be held in Australia, but at a neutral venue after the FA's plan for a 'travel bubble' failed. 17 Sep 2021
Socceroos rise in FIFA rankings

Socceroos rise in FIFA rankings

FIFA released its revised FIFA World Rankings on Thursday, September 16. The new revision has resulted in the Australian men's team ranked at their highest position in over a decade. 17 Sep 2021
Fighting fires on and off the pitch

Fighting fires on and off the pitch

Two W-League veterans re-signed with the Western Sydney Wanderers. During the 2021-22 W-League season they will once again hope to combat fires on and off the pitch. 17 Sep 2021
A-League players reveal their biggest issues, ambitions en masse

A-League players reveal their biggest issues, ambitions en masse

The Professional Footballers Australia published their annual A-League report this week. Less than a year after the league's clubs took control of the competition, the report appears to show that players believe the A-League is headed in the right direction, despite the difficulties imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic. 17 Sep 2021
Tim Cahill's nephew scores wonder goal in FFA Cup

Tim Cahill's nephew scores wonder goal in FFA Cup

The FFA Cup can be magical, allowing nearly any team in Australia to get to the highest level. This year's underdogs Edge Hill United were sadly eliminated yesterday by the Gold Coast Knights. The nail in the coffin came courtesy of Tim Cahill's nephew, Dauntae Mariner. 16 Sep 2021
Two Matildas stars cut as Riley and Wheeler called up

Two Matildas stars cut as Riley and Wheeler called up

The Matildas face the Republic of Ireland next week. Ahead of the clash two changes have been made to the playing squad. 15 Sep 2021
FFA Cup to trial changes for concussed players

FFA Cup to trial changes for concussed players

The FA will be trialing concussion protocols starting with the FFA Cup after receiving International Football Association Board clearance to do so. 15 Sep 2021
Brisbane Roar win first FFA Cup return

Brisbane Roar win first FFA Cup return

It was always going to be an uphill battle for Peninsula Power. The NPL team fell to Brisbane Roar in the opening match of this year's FFA Cup's Round of 32. 15 Sep 2021
FFA Cup resumes on cusp of a new era

FFA Cup resumes on cusp of a new era

The FFA Cup, Australia's domestic male football knockout tournament, resumes this evening. Out of 744 clubs who originally entered the competition, 32 remain. 14 Sep 2021
Arsenal’s Matildas are absolutely flying

Arsenal’s Matildas are absolutely flying

Three Matildas play for Arsenal FC. Steph Catley, Caitlin Foord and Lydia Williams. Their 2021-22 season has started with an impressive set of performances. 14 Sep 2021
Canberra United sign four including legend Heyman

Canberra United sign four including legend Heyman

Canberra United have so far confirmed the signing of four players for the upcoming 2021-22 W-League season. They will be hoping to improve upon their semi-final finish of the last campaign. However, more recruitment will be needed after a large exodus of players from last year. 12 Sep 2021
Perth Glory's offseason reboot

Perth Glory's offseason reboot

Women's soccer sees a lot of turnover. However, this upcoming season will see an almost unrecognizable Perth Glory team after significant offseason acquisitions. Its signings show a statement of intent: long term stability and success. 12 Sep 2021
Sydney FC complete offseason preparations with final signing

Sydney FC complete offseason preparations with final signing

Sydney FC completed the week with three additional signings to finish their offseason roster of 21 players. 12 Sep 2021
Melbourne Victory roster starting to build

Melbourne Victory roster starting to build

Melbourne Victory have been building their 2021-22 W-League squad ahead of their title defence. So far the side has been able to retain much of their regular starters from their last successful campaign. 11 Sep 2021
28 Sam Kerr moments for her 28th birthday

28 Sam Kerr moments for her 28th birthday

The Matildas captain celebrates her 27th birthday today. Here are 27 moments so far in her career! 10 Sep 2021
The 5 uncapped Aussies who will next become Matildas

The 5 uncapped Aussies who will next become Matildas

Tony Gustavsson has called up five uncapped players for the upcoming Republic of Ireland clash. For three of them this is their maiden Matildas camp call up. 10 Sep 2021
Six Aussies qualify for Champions League as two Matildas crash out

Six Aussies qualify for Champions League as two Matildas crash out

Australians can rejoice as they will have the chance of watching six players participate in the group stage of this year's UEFA Women's Champions League.  10 Sep 2021