Socceroos want Hrustic ‘to play every game possible’

Socceroos want Hrustic ‘to play every game possible’

Socceroos assistant coach Rene Muelensteen says the national team wants its best players like Ajdin Hrustic to play every game possible. 11 Dec 2021
Sydney FC A-League CEO to step down

Sydney FC A-League CEO to step down

Danny Townsend - one of Australian football’s most influential figures - is set to step down as CEO of Sydney FC to concentrate solely on his role as the Australian Professional Leagues managing director. 10 Dec 2021
‘No need to panic’: Johnson outlines his Socceroos World Cup strategies

‘No need to panic’: Johnson outlines his Socceroos World Cup strategies

Football Australia chief James Johnson is staying calm amid a cacophony of unease over the Socceroos’ World Cup qualifying prospects, insisting “there is no need to panic at this point”.  7 Dec 2021
'Follow your heart': Mourinho's message to Volpato over Socceroos choice

'Follow your heart': Mourinho's message to Volpato over Socceroos choice

Jose Mourinho has told his Aussie Serie A, AS Roma starlet Cristian Volpato that he needs to follow his heart in choosing between the Socceroos and Italy. 5 Dec 2021
A-League prodigy turned Hearts star aiming to upset Postecoglou for Socceroos, EPL role

A-League prodigy turned Hearts star aiming to upset Postecoglou for Socceroos, EPL role

If there’s one player the Socceroos could turn to, it’s dynamic former A-League midfielder turned Hearts star, Cameron Devlin. 2 Dec 2021
'It's outside noise': Ugarkovic fires back at Wanderers A-League critics

'It's outside noise': Ugarkovic fires back at Wanderers A-League critics

Just two games into the new A-League season, some critics are already questioning whether Carl Robinson has the vision and methodology to provide Western Sydney Wanderers with a discernible identity. 30 Nov 2021
‘I actually wasn’t blown away’: Ex Sydney FC A-League prodigy dreaming of Premier League breakthrough

‘I actually wasn’t blown away’: Ex Sydney FC A-League prodigy dreaming of Premier League breakthrough

With the era of Australians adorning the Premier League now just a fond and flickering memory, former Sydney FC A-League starlet turned Brighton & Hove Albion rookie Cameron Peupion is dreaming of EPL stardom. 28 Nov 2021
‘Reality is, Australia don’t really matter’: Stajcic ready for Matildas showdown

‘Reality is, Australia don’t really matter’: Stajcic ready for Matildas showdown

Some things are just meant to be - that’s how Alen Stajcic summarizes his impending reunion with his former Matildas charges at January’s AFC Women’s Asian Cup in India. 24 Nov 2021
Popovic’s A-League changes at Victory ‘unbelievable’, says ex-Socceroo

Popovic’s A-League changes at Victory ‘unbelievable’, says ex-Socceroo

Gun Melbourne Victory recruit Jason Davidson claims hard-line coach Tony Popovic has cemented the foundations of “something special” to usher away the ghosts of last season’s horrendous wooden spoon effort. 24 Nov 2021
‘I’ll be extremely worried’: Socceroos great says World Cup will go down to the wire

‘I’ll be extremely worried’: Socceroos great says World Cup will go down to the wire

Socceroos golden generation great Stan Lazaridis is keeping the faith with the faltering Socceroos, convinced coach Graham Arnold can turn their current malaise into World Cup qualification. 21 Nov 2021
Three European clubs chasing A-League Wanderers flier

Three European clubs chasing A-League Wanderers flier

Just as the looming A-League Men season is pivotal for Western Sydney Wanderers coach Carl Robinson, it’s a crucial year also for rising defender Thomas Aquilina with a European move up for grabs. 19 Nov 2021
City A-League coach good enough for Europe, says French mentor

City A-League coach good enough for Europe, says French mentor

Patrick Kisnorbo has the prowess to become the next Australian coach to test himself overseas, according to his one-time mentor Erick Mombaerts. 16 Nov 2021
Infallibility lost, Socceroos insist ‘we’re heading in the right direction’

Infallibility lost, Socceroos insist ‘we’re heading in the right direction’

With Australia suddenly in a tight three-way arm-wrestle for automatic World Cup qualification, midfielder James Jeggo is convinced they will hold their nerve on the final stretch to Qatar 2022. 15 Nov 2021
Arzani mentor says he must harness 'character and personality' to revive career

Arzani mentor says he must harness 'character and personality' to revive career

Daniel Arzani has the “character and personality” to revive his fading football fortunes, according to Brian Marwood - the man responsible for opening Europe’s door to the Socceroos winger. 12 Nov 2021
Mooy’s Socceroos stand-in wants a Saudi win and a European contract: ‘Pretty or ugly’

Mooy’s Socceroos stand-in wants a Saudi win and a European contract: ‘Pretty or ugly’

Midfielder James Jeggo says the Socceroos have discovered the knack of winning “pretty or ugly” and are primed to topple Saudi Arabia on Thursday night to return to the top of the pile en route to qualifying for the 2022 World Cup. 11 Nov 2021
Ex-Premier League ace seals two-year Wanderers deal

Ex-Premier League ace seals two-year Wanderers deal

Former Premier League star Jack Rodwell has agreed terms on a two-year deal with Western Sydney Wanderers in a make-or-beak bid to revive his stalled career. 10 Nov 2021
Win, booze or draw: Irvine sidesteps St Pauli's have-a-beer policy

Win, booze or draw: Irvine sidesteps St Pauli's have-a-beer policy

It’s football but not as we know it. When Socceroos midfielder Jackson Irvine joined 2. Bundesliga St Pauli in July he was keenly aware of the cub’s esoteric ethos and political activism. 10 Nov 2021
‘There can only be greatness’ for in-demand Mabil and Socceroos

‘There can only be greatness’ for in-demand Mabil and Socceroos

Socceroos winger Awer Mabil believes there’s an alchemy brewing ahead of Thursday’s homecoming World Cup qualifier against Saudi Arabia in Sydney. 8 Nov 2021
Aussie keeper dreams of flying up the divisions in England

Aussie keeper dreams of flying up the divisions in England

Former Melbourne City A-League keeper Dean Bouzanis is dreaming big as he helps English Football League newcomers Sutton United lay the foundations for what he believes could be an instant elevation to League One. 6 Nov 2021
Peru fails in bid to poach ex-Joeys World Cup star

Peru fails in bid to poach ex-Joeys World Cup star

Former Joeys winger Tristan Hammond has knocked back an approach to switch allegiances to Peru - opting to instead pursue a future as an Olyroo and potential Socceroos star. 4 Nov 2021
'His quality is shining through': Socceroo on fire at Birmingham

'His quality is shining through': Socceroo on fire at Birmingham

Socceroos assistant coach Rene Meulensteen has hailed Riley McGree’s fortitude and potential, as the playmaker emerges from the shadows at Birmingham. 3 Nov 2021