'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
Promised land: Clubs queue to chase A-League dream

Promised land: Clubs queue to chase A-League dream

Will there be a time when A-League clubs face the ultimate penalty for failure and under-achievement? 1 Mar 2023
Yanks very much: A-League Bulls bag prolific American striker

Yanks very much: A-League Bulls bag prolific American striker

Macarthur FC have moved swiftly to fill the gap left by the season-ending knee injury to skipper Ulises Davila, snapping up former USA youth international Jason Romero. 24 Feb 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 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
'I'm passionate': Meet the cashed-up Sydney plumber who bought Swindon Town

'I'm passionate': Meet the cashed-up Sydney plumber who bought Swindon Town

The cashed-up Sydney plumber who rescued Swindon Town from virtual oblivion 19 months ago has outlined grandiose plans for a youth academy in Australia to funnel players back to the UK. 16 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
'Next Mat Ryan' bags Bayern Munich opportunity

'Next Mat Ryan' bags Bayern Munich opportunity

Joeys captain Anthony Pavlesic - dubbed as another Mat Ryan in the making - has landed a trial with Bundesliga powerhouse Bayern Munich. 9 Feb 2023
Roar A-League youngster lands Blackpool audition

Roar A-League youngster lands Blackpool audition

Brisbane Roar youngster Thomas Waddingham is looking to land a contract with English Championship outfit Blackpool - without playing a single A-League minute. 8 Feb 2023
Grind it out, Garang: Socceroos starlet gets some timely advice

Grind it out, Garang: Socceroos starlet gets some timely advice

Socceroos starlet Garang Kuol must leave the A-League“comfort zone” far behind him to be a hit in Scotland, according James Jeggo - the latest Aussie to take up residence in the land of Bagpipes and Braveheart. 7 Feb 2023
‘No rush’: Parma’s tug-of-war Aussie plays it cool on international future

‘No rush’: Parma’s tug-of-war Aussie plays it cool on international future

Rising Parma defender Alessandro Circati - targeted by Graham Arnold as a potential Socceroo - says he is in “no rush” to make a final call on his international future. 3 Feb 2023
When Rene met Rodgers: birth of super deal for Socceroos star

When Rene met Rodgers: birth of super deal for Socceroos star

When newly-reappointed Socceroos assistant Rene Meulensteen was walking his dog in the Lancashire countryside six months back he bumped into Brendan Rodgers. 2 Feb 2023
Mariners chief reveals three ways to turbo-boost A-League

Mariners chief reveals three ways to turbo-boost A-League

Central Coast Mariners chief Richard Peil has revealed his wish-list to enhance the quality and viability of the A-League - stop playing games in extreme heat, urgently improve the level of officiating and instigate an internal fee-paying transfer system. 1 Feb 2023
'Our spirit is second to none': Baccus hails Arnold's new Socceroos deal

'Our spirit is second to none': Baccus hails Arnold's new Socceroos deal

Confirmation of Graham Arnold securing a new four-year deal is the perfect way to ensure further Socceroos success, according to Scotland-based midfielder Keanu Baccus. 30 Jan 2023
Dressing room tirade prompted Yorke's Macarthur A-League split

Dressing room tirade prompted Yorke's Macarthur A-League split

Dwight Yorke’s shock Macarthur FC exit was precipitated by an alleged dressing room rant which, claim club sources, prompted chairman Gino Marra to seek a parting of the ways. 22 Jan 2023
Mariners import poised for shock return to Europe

Mariners import poised for shock return to Europe

Just six months after arriving in Gosford, Portuguese striker Paul Ayongo is headed for the Central Coast Mariners exit door, with a return to Europe beckoning. 16 Jan 2023
Schwarzer talks up Socceroos hopes of would-be Ryan successor

Schwarzer talks up Socceroos hopes of would-be Ryan successor

Socceroos icon Mark Schwarzer has nominated Charlton Athletic’s breakout goalkeeper Ashley Maynard-Brewer as a potential heir apparent to Mat Ryan. 16 Jan 2023
Keeping it in the family: son of Socceroos legend lands Asian deal

Keeping it in the family: son of Socceroos legend lands Asian deal

Julian Schwarzer - son of Socceroos legend Mark - is making inroads of his own as he follows his famous dad’s footsteps between the goalposts. 12 Jan 2023
Mark of the man: Aussie keeper crushing it in Scotland

Mark of the man: Aussie keeper crushing it in Scotland

What a difference a few months can make. Back in August fringe Socceroos goalkeeper Mark Birighitti was a crestfallen figure after his Dundee United debut ended in a crushing 7-0 European Conference League rout against AZ Alkmaar. 11 Jan 2023
Going Garang-busters: Socceroos whizkid tipped to star for Hearts

Going Garang-busters: Socceroos whizkid tipped to star for Hearts

Garang Kuol can be an instant hit for Hearts, according to former Central Coast teammate and fellow Scotland-based Aussie Mark Birighitti. 10 Jan 2023