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Socceroo Herrington in a league of his own at Hull

Socceroo Herrington in a league of his own at Hull

Socceroos teenager Lucas Herrington has signed with the English Premier League's Hull City for what's understood to be a record transfer fee for an Australian.

How teen prodigy caused ALM great to consider retiring

How teen prodigy caused ALM great to consider retiring

How teen prodigy caused ALM great to consider retiring

How teen prodigy caused ALM great to consider retiring

Sydney FC captain Rhyan Grant has warned rival A-League Men defenders that teenager Akol Akon is ready to go up a notch this season.

Adelaide United blow playoff chance to join ACL Elite

Adelaide United blow playoff chance to join ACL Elite

Adelaide United blow playoff chance to join ACL Elite

Adelaide United blow playoff chance to join ACL Elite

Adelaide United have failed to progress to the Asian Champions League Elite competition, losing 2-0 in a playoff with Vietnamese champions Cong An Ha Noi FC.

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Former powerhouse wants Western United's A-League spot

Former powerhouse wants Western United's A-League spot

South Melbourne has seized on Western United's demise as an opportunity to mount a fresh bid for an A-Leagues licence.

Matildas star's warning over A-Leagues pay row

Matildas star's warning over A-Leagues pay row

As uncertainty surrounds the future of the A-Leagues, Australian defender Ellie Carpenter claims she is concerned by the state of the domestic game.

Vine time: Matildas hero seals A-League Women return

Vine time: Matildas hero seals A-League Women return

Cortnee Vine is back in the A-League Women while veteran Tameka Yallop has departed Brisbane to join another championship contender.

Embattled Western United cut from A-Leagues

Embattled Western United cut from A-Leagues

The Australian Professional Leagues have terminated Western United's A-Leagues participation agreement, meaning the club won't be returning to the top flight.

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'Doesn't look good': Socceroos defender's injury blow

'Doesn't look good': Socceroos defender's injury blow

'Doesn't look good': Socceroos defender's injury blow

'Doesn't look good': Socceroos defender's injury blow

Socceroos defender Cameron Burgess is feared to have suffered an Achilles tendon injury while playing for Swansea City.

Players felt 'bypassed' by A-Leagues' pay proposal

Players felt 'bypassed' by A-Leagues' pay proposal

Players felt 'bypassed' by A-Leagues' pay proposal

Players felt 'bypassed' by A-Leagues' pay proposal

A-League Women players feel they have been bypassed by the Australian Professional Leagues' decision to announce a new pay deal proposal directly to media.

Iranian soccer players granted Australian citizenship

Iranian soccer players granted Australian citizenship

Iranian soccer players granted Australian citizenship

Iranian soccer players granted Australian citizenship

Two women from Iran's national soccer team who sought asylum in Australia following an Asian Cup game are celebrating after being granted citizenship.

Matildas mainstay takes break from the sport

Matildas mainstay takes break from the sport

Matildas mainstay takes break from the sport

Matildas mainstay takes break from the sport

Less than a year out from the Women's World Cup, one of the most experienced Matildas players has taken a break from soccer.

Socceroo makes long-awaited A-League Men return

Socceroo makes long-awaited A-League Men return

Socceroo makes long-awaited A-League Men return

Socceroo makes long-awaited A-League Men return

Socceroos winger Awer Mabil has returned to the A-League Men competition after spending more than a decade playing throughout Europe.

'Full support' for FIFA president as pressure mounts

'Full support' for FIFA president as pressure mounts

'Full support' for FIFA president as pressure mounts

'Full support' for FIFA president as pressure mounts

FIFA has acknowledged that it made mistakes in its failed attempt to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors, but backs their under-fire president.

Three women are Australia's most admired sports figures

Three women are Australia's most admired sports figures

Three women are Australia's most admired sports figures

Three women are Australia's most admired sports figures

An Olympic gold medallist, a grand slam winner and high-flying soccer star are Australia's most revered sports people, a poll has found, and they are all women.

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'Erodes trust': $10.8m ploy blows up A-League pay row

A-Leagues bosses have openly declared they want to thrash out a new CBA with the players, who have rejected two previous pay offers.

Fresh blackmail calls as pressure builds on FIFA boss

FIFA ‌president Gianni Infantino is fighting to stay head of soccer's governing body as opposition to him builds following his failed World Cup sell-off plan.

'Most important': Victory boss hopeful of Mata return

Spanish superstar Juan Mata won't be rushed into a decision on whether he returns to Melbourne Victory, but he is new coach Giovanni Savarese's top priority.

Ex-ALW champs rescued by owners of NRL club

The majority owners of the Wests Tigers have stepped in to secure the future of the Central Coast Mariners' A-League Women team.

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Record-breaking Premier League move looms for Socceroo

Socceroos teen sensation Lucas Herrington is a man in demand and the Colorado Rapids defender is on the verge of a bumper move to the English Premier League.

Infantino has ‘lost confidence’ of UEFA after WC plan

European body UEFA say they have lost confidence in FIFA and president Gianni Infantino over a ditched bid to allow private investors buying World Cup shares.

FIFA scraps controversial World Cup investment plan

FIFA has decided to abandon its divisive plan to sell World Cup profits to private equity after receiving pushback from all corners of the soccer world.

Dumped Socceroo stars for Hibs in Conference qualifying

Hibernian are through to the third round of Conference League qualifying, thanks to a strong performance from axed Socceroo Martin Boyle.

FA want more details on FIFA World Cup investor plan

FIFA members have been given a deadline to accept a one-off payment that will open the way for a project to involve private investors in the World Cup.

Matildas lock in European friendly ahead of World Cup

The Matildas are getting closer to next year's Women's World Cup and have secured an important friendly match for their preparation.

'Never been clear': Goodwin on lack of Socceroos vision

Craig Goodwin, one of a dozen Australian men to score at a World Cup, believes the Socceroos need a clear vision to thrive on global stages.

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