Second tier's a go but promotion-relegation must wait, says FA chief

Second tier's a go but promotion-relegation must wait, says FA chief

Football Australia chief James Johnson has confirmed the long-anticipated national second tier is primed to sprout in 2023, whilst hinting it won’t initially be designed as a gateway to the A-League. 18 Jan 2022
'I'll be on the radar': League One move puts Olyroo in Socceroos frame

'I'll be on the radar': League One move puts Olyroo in Socceroos frame

Gargantuan former Olyroos defender Jay Rich-Baghuelou has soaring international ambitions to match his towering stature after making his League One debut for Accrington Stanley - his first foray into the world of men’s professional football. 18 Jan 2022
Ex-Wanderers A-League striker joins Aussie influx to Japan

Ex-Wanderers A-League striker joins Aussie influx to Japan

Former Western Sydney Wanderers attacking weapon Mohamed Adam is set to become the latest Australian to head to Japan, with a deal agreed with a J2 League club. 14 Jan 2022
In-demand Socceroo the 'perfect fit' for Premier League promotion chasers

In-demand Socceroo the 'perfect fit' for Premier League promotion chasers

Socceroo Riley McGree would be a “perfect fit” for Middlesbrough if the deal to take him from Charlotte FC to England's north-east is ratified this week.  13 Jan 2022
‘Best left-back in the A-League': Mariners rookie attracting overseas interest

‘Best left-back in the A-League': Mariners rookie attracting overseas interest

Described by coach Nick Montgomery as the “best left back in the A-League”, teenager Jacob Farrell is fast attracting the attention of offshore scouts and could be the next Central Coast Mariners prospect to land an overseas move. 12 Jan 2022
‘Priceless’ Socceroo set to return in attacking role with World Cup on the wire

‘Priceless’ Socceroo set to return in attacking role with World Cup on the wire

Graham Arnold has hammered home the importance of Aaron Mooy to his World Cup battle plans, as the Socceroos coach prepares to welcome back the recalibrated midfield linchpin for the pivotal World Cup qualifiers against Vietnam and Oman. 11 Jan 2022
‘I really believe’: Meet the ex-Socceroo coaching Malaysia attracting A-League, Olyroos attention

‘I really believe’: Meet the ex-Socceroo coaching Malaysia attracting A-League, Olyroos attention

Beyond torchbearer Ange Postecoglou, and his acolytes Kevin Muscat and Peter Cklamovski, there is another cohort of Australian coaches carving out a reputation for themselves overseas, attracting A-League and Socceroos set up coaching interest. 10 Jan 2022
Wanderers A-League skipper, ex-Socceroo suffers hamstring tear

Wanderers A-League skipper, ex-Socceroo suffers hamstring tear

In a bitter blow for both the A-League club and ex-Socceroos defender, Western Sydney Wanderers skipper Rhys Williams suffered a suspected season-ending hamstring tear in Sunday’s dramatic 3-3 draw with Melbourne City. 10 Jan 2022
Exclusive: Adelaide A-League captain primed to join Socceroo at Japanese club

Exclusive: Adelaide A-League captain primed to join Socceroo at Japanese club

Japan-bound Adelaide United A-League captain Stefan Mauk is expected to ink up with Socceroos striker Mitch Duke at J2 League outfit Fagiano Okayama, assuming authorities issue the Adelaide skipper a visa. 5 Jan 2022
Exclusive: Adelaide A-League star heading to FC Seoul in huge opportunity

Exclusive: Adelaide A-League star heading to FC Seoul in huge opportunity

Departing Adelaide United A-League speedster Ben Halloran is believed to have agreed terms with six-time K League 1 champions FC Seoul, in a move which has the potential to propel him back onto the Socceroos radar. 2 Jan 2022
Working with a legend: Socceroos No.2 reveals Fergie's secret of success

Working with a legend: Socceroos No.2 reveals Fergie's secret of success

As he turned 80 on Friday, the colossal shadow cast by Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson still leaves in the shade the Socceroos’ assistant coach, alongside those who preceded him and almost certainly all those still to follow. 1 Jan 2022
'It might humble us': FA chief prepared to take hits to toughen up Matildas

'It might humble us': FA chief prepared to take hits to toughen up Matildas

The Matildas will go into the 2023 Women’s World Cup on home soil battle-hardened and ready to test the best, according to Football Australia chief James Johnson. 31 Dec 2021
'He's an amazing talent': Arnold hails Socceroo World Cup saviour-in-waiting

'He's an amazing talent': Arnold hails Socceroo World Cup saviour-in-waiting

Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has dubbed resurgent playmaker Tom Rogic as an “amazing talent”, as he looks to the Celtic FC star to duplicate his club heroics for his country and supercharge Australia’s World Cup qualification hopes. 24 Dec 2021
Socceroos midfielder to make A-League return and fill Brattan void

Socceroos midfielder to make A-League return and fill Brattan void

Fringe Socceroo midfielder Mustafa Amini is on his way to the A-League's Sydney FC to fill the void created by Luke Brattan’s season-ending knee injury.  23 Dec 2021
Exclusive: Robinson reprieve, Wanderers A-League chief pledges to ignore 'outside noise'

Exclusive: Robinson reprieve, Wanderers A-League chief pledges to ignore 'outside noise'

Western Sydney Wanderers A-League chairman Paul Lederer has moved to reassure players he won’t be “influenced by outside noise” in a statement which appears to have bought besieged coach Carl Robinson extra time to save his job. 21 Dec 2021
'Shove in the face': Socceroo Deng's parting shot at Japanese giants amid huge A-League interest

'Shove in the face': Socceroo Deng's parting shot at Japanese giants amid huge A-League interest

Former Olyroos skipper and Socceroos defender Thomas Deng has fended off an avalanche of A-League interest to target a new beginning in Japan after being released by J1 giant Urawa Red Diamonds. 21 Dec 2021
Socceroos tactics are solid, Arnold’s just a victim of his own success

Socceroos tactics are solid, Arnold’s just a victim of his own success

There appears to be a fatal flaw in the argument of those calling for Graham Arnold to tactically overhaul his Socceroos side to rescue their faltering World Cup qualification campaign. 17 Dec 2021
Postecoglou thrills Celtic fans but can't win title, says Rangers legend

Postecoglou thrills Celtic fans but can't win title, says Rangers legend

Ange Postecoglou has made Celtic irresistible to watch but it’s Rangers who will retain their Scottish Premiership crown this season, according to Ibrox legend Kenny Miller. 16 Dec 2021
Socceroos striker’s message to Arnold: ‘I’ll be ready if you need me’

Socceroos striker’s message to Arnold: ‘I’ll be ready if you need me’

Socceroos striker Adam Taggart has handed Australia coach Graham Arnold an early Christmas gift by declaring he’s on track to return to action early in the New Year after recovering from knee surgery. 15 Dec 2021
Exclusive: Socceroos plan to pip Italy to Roma’s Serie A ace

Exclusive: Socceroos plan to pip Italy to Roma’s Serie A ace

Socceroos coach Graham Arnold is poised ward off competition from Italy and rush Serie A’s AS Roma prodigy Cristian Volpato into his squad for the early New Year World Cup qualifiers against Vietnam and Oman. 12 Dec 2021
‘I’m pushing as hard as I can’: The Aussie who rejected Peru to follow Socceroos advice to Austria

‘I’m pushing as hard as I can’: The Aussie who rejected Peru to follow Socceroos advice to Austria

Former Joeys star Tristan Hammond is closing in on a first team breakthrough at Austria Wien - the Bundesliga club Socceroos midfielder James Holland advised him to join back in August. 12 Dec 2021