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European giants set for Texas semi-final shootout

European giants set for Texas semi-final shootout

Dallas is all set to play host to the first World Cup semi-final between the top-ranked France and third seeds Spain in a clash of two former champions.

Pay deal rejection sparks A-League uncertainty

Pay deal rejection sparks A-League uncertainty

Pay deal rejection sparks A-League uncertainty

Pay deal rejection sparks A-League uncertainty

A-Leagues athletes and the competition's bosses are at loggerheads over a new pay deal after players voted against the latest proposal.

Brilliant semi-final matchups and player battles ahead

Brilliant semi-final matchups and player battles ahead

Brilliant semi-final matchups and player battles ahead

Brilliant semi-final matchups and player battles ahead

It’s a World Cup semi-final lineup for the ages, with the four top-ranked teams and some of the most prolific individual players chasing ultimate glory.

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'Not happy': Tuchel's comment irks England's hero

'Not happy': Tuchel's comment irks England's hero

Two-goal star Jude Bellingham says "sometimes you have to win dirty" and that's what England did against Norway to progress to the World Cup semi-finals.

Socceroos star has surgery, set for three months out

Socceroos star has surgery, set for three months out

Socceroo Jordan Bos will be sidelined for "multiple" months of the season in the Netherlands after the knee injury he suffered at the World Cup.

Super-sub Merino punishes error as Spain go through

Super-sub Merino punishes error as Spain go through

Mikel Merino scored late from a mistake by back-up Belgium goalkeeper Senne Lammens as Spain advanced to the World Cup semi-finals with a 2-1 win.

Emerging Socceroo takes leap to top German league

Emerging Socceroo takes leap to top German league

An emerging midfielder is the first Socceroo to move to a bigger league after impressing at the World Cup.

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Mbappe, Dembele lead France into World Cup semi-finals

Mbappe, Dembele lead France into World Cup semi-finals

Mbappe, Dembele lead France into World Cup semi-finals

Mbappe, Dembele lead France into World Cup semi-finals

France are through to the semi-finals of the World Cup after registering a 2-0 win over Morocco, with goals from Kylian Mbappe and Ousman Dembele.

Embattled Western United eye A-League lifeline

Embattled Western United eye A-League lifeline

Embattled Western United eye A-League lifeline

Embattled Western United eye A-League lifeline

Western United will be a hot topic at this week's Australian Professional Leagues board meeting, with two parties in the mix to revive the fallen club.

Messi misses pen, inspires stunning Argentine comeback

Messi misses pen, inspires stunning Argentine comeback

Messi misses pen, inspires stunning Argentine comeback

Messi misses pen, inspires stunning Argentine comeback

Argentina have rallied from 2-0 down to beat Egypt 3-2 in the World Cup with Lionel Messi making one goal and scoring another having first missed a penalty.

Belgium into QFs after beating last remaining co-hosts

Belgium into QFs after beating last remaining co-hosts

Belgium into QFs after beating last remaining co-hosts

Belgium into QFs after beating last remaining co-hosts

The USA's World Cup run on home soil is over, falling 4-1 to a red-hot Belgium side in their round-of-16 match in Seattle.

Gutted but proud, life's a beach for World Cup hero

Gutted but proud, life's a beach for World Cup hero

Gutted but proud, life's a beach for World Cup hero

Gutted but proud, life's a beach for World Cup hero

Patrick Beach has returned to Melbourne, saying there was no need for a private chat with Socceroos coach Tony Popovic after his controversial substitution.

Big moves beckon for Socceroos after World Cup

Big moves beckon for Socceroos after World Cup

Big moves beckon for Socceroos after World Cup

Big moves beckon for Socceroos after World Cup

After Australia's World Cup heartbreak, several Socceroos look set to be rewarded for standout tournaments with club moves that will put them on the map.

'Enormous success': FA defends Popovic after Egypt loss

'Enormous success': FA defends Popovic after Egypt loss

'Enormous success': FA defends Popovic after Egypt loss

'Enormous success': FA defends Popovic after Egypt loss

After the Socceroos' round-of-32 exit at the World Cup, Football Australia's bigwigs have thrown their support behind coach Tony Popovic.

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Socceroos young guns want more from World Cup pushes

Many of the young Socceroos players heartbroken by Australia's World Cup exit will be there in 2030 and they have a point to prove.

Socceroos left to rue latest World Cup missed chance

The Socceroos are out of the World Cup and left to rue what might have been after losing to Egypt 4-2 on penalties in the round of 32.

Socceroos 'keepers didn't see shootout switch-up coming

Coach Tony Popovic conceded his shock move to replace Patrick Beach with Maty Ryan for Australia's losing penalty shootout against Egypt didn't work.

Socceroos fans downhearted but well behaved, say police

Australia has been knocked out of the soccer World Cup after a tense shootout with Egypt, but local fans have accepted the disappointment without incident.

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Postecoglou lands shock new coaching post at Al Nassr

Ange Postecoglou has made a shock decision on his future, signing a two-year deal to coach Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr, the home of Cristiano Ronaldo.

Socceroos chase World Cup history as Salah looms

Presented with a chance to make World Cup history, the Socceroos cannot get caught up in the occasion against Mohamed Salah's Egypt, says coach Tony Popovic.

‘Shouldn’t be happening’: Kerr lashes A-League issue

The uncertainty facing A-League Women players shouldn't be happening just three years after the Women's World Cup, says Matildas captain Sam Kerr.

Captaincy takes Socceroo Souttar to next level

Socceroos defender Harry Souttar has captained Australia throughout the World Cup with aplomb and is set to wear the armband against Egypt.

Sky Blues find Lolley replacement in J-League star

No Joe Lolley, no worries - Sydney FC have landed trophy-winning J-League winger Takahiro Sekine to the A-League Men on a three-year deal.

Facing Salah won't faze Socceroos' defensive lock

Composed Socceroos central defender Alessandro Circati regularly faces top forwards in the Serie A so is ready for the prospect of facing Mohamed Salah.

Ice in the veins: Jedinak passes on penalty expertise

Socceroos assistant coach Mile Jedinak was a flawless penalty taker and if Australia's game against Egypt goes to spot kicks, is ready to give players advice.

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