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Every Matilda under pressure ahead of Asian Cup: Coach

Every Matilda under pressure ahead of Asian Cup: Coach

Coach Joe Montemurro has sent a warning to the Matildas ahead of two important clashes against trans-Tasman rivals New Zealand.

Wanderers ready for Joe Lolley threat in Sydney derby

Wanderers ready for Joe Lolley threat in Sydney derby

Wanderers ready for Joe Lolley threat in Sydney derby

Wanderers ready for Joe Lolley threat in Sydney derby

Looking to finally jump start their season, Western Sydney defender Alex Gersbach says he's ready to contain the A-League Men's most in-form player.

Sam Kerr to make final call on Matildas minutes

Sam Kerr to make final call on Matildas minutes

Sam Kerr to make final call on Matildas minutes

Sam Kerr to make final call on Matildas minutes

After missing Chelsea's last two games, Sam Kerr will determine how many minutes she will play in the Matildas' clashes against New Zealand.

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It's pot luck for Socceroos ahead of World Cup draw

It's pot luck for Socceroos ahead of World Cup draw

Australia have avoided some of soccer's most powerful nations ahead of the 2026 World Cup draw, which features new tennis-style seeded tournament brackets.

Matildas to ramp up Asian Cup prep in NZ friendlies

Matildas to ramp up Asian Cup prep in NZ friendlies

While their immediate sights are on friendlies against New Zealand, star Caitlin Foord says the Matildas are focused on their final Asian Cup preparations.

Beach lifts City to brink of ACLE knockouts

Beach lifts City to brink of ACLE knockouts

Melbourne City have taken a big step towards ending Australia’s five-year absence from the Asian Champions League knockouts after stunning Malay powers JDT 2-0.

'Shouldn't be allowed': Matilda's fixture frustration

'Shouldn't be allowed': Matilda's fixture frustration

Matildas veteran Michelle Heyman has lamented the A-League Women opting not to go on hiatus to observe FIFA's latest international window.

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Glory send Jets to bottom with late penalty

Glory send Jets to bottom with late penalty

Glory send Jets to bottom with late penalty

Glory send Jets to bottom with late penalty

Newcastle have crashed to the foot of the A-League Men table after a late Nicholas Pennington penalty secured Perth a come-from-behind win in the Hunter.

'Nix stun Victory to nab first win under Priestman

'Nix stun Victory to nab first win under Priestman

'Nix stun Victory to nab first win under Priestman

'Nix stun Victory to nab first win under Priestman

Pia Vlok's goal against Melbourne Victory has fired Wellington Phoenix to their first win under coach Bev Priestman, while Sydney FC upset Central Coast.

Corica slams Auckland after battling 1-1 draw with Roar

Corica slams Auckland after battling 1-1 draw with Roar

Corica slams Auckland after battling 1-1 draw with Roar

Corica slams Auckland after battling 1-1 draw with Roar

Auckland FC coach Steve Corica hasn’t held back in his assessment of his side’s performance in a 1-1 ALM draw with Brisbane.

Pressure builds on Victory boss after rough start

Pressure builds on Victory boss after rough start

Pressure builds on Victory boss after rough start

Pressure builds on Victory boss after rough start

Melbourne Victory have won just one of their opening five A-League Men matches, piling pressure on coach Arthur Diles.

Lolley heroics deliver Sydney sweet win over Victory

Lolley heroics deliver Sydney sweet win over Victory

Lolley heroics deliver Sydney sweet win over Victory

Lolley heroics deliver Sydney sweet win over Victory

Sydney FC are top of the A-League Men after a Joe Lolley masterclass delivered a 3-0 home win over Melbourne Victory.

Kevin Muscat adds another trophy to eye-catching resume

Kevin Muscat adds another trophy to eye-catching resume

Kevin Muscat adds another trophy to eye-catching resume

Kevin Muscat adds another trophy to eye-catching resume

Kevin Muscat has won a second Chinese Super League title with Shanghai Port FC, yet another trophy in his growing coaching resume.

Wanderers claim first ALM win with Mariners goalfest

Wanderers claim first ALM win with Mariners goalfest

Wanderers claim first ALM win with Mariners goalfest

Wanderers claim first ALM win with Mariners goalfest

Western Sydney have got the better of Central Coast in a five-goal cracker, winning 3-2 for their first victory of the A-League Men season.

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Canberra beat Glory, Jets go top of ALW with WSW win

Michelle Heyman has scored and notched an assist in Canberra United's win over Perth, while Newcastle beat Western Sydney to go top of the A-League Women.

Sawyer strike lifts Bulls over Phoenix in ALM

Substitute Harry Sawyer's late strike has lifted Macarthur to a hard-fought 1-0 A-League Men win over Wellington Phoenix at Sky Stadium.

Socceroos to host FIFA pre-World Cup warm-up tournament

The Socceroos will get their last home hit-out before the World Cup finals in a four-team tournament on Australian soil next March.

Adelaide boss Andrioli in awe of Reds’ resilience

Adelaide United's coach heaped praise on the Reds following their 4-1 over Melbourne City on Friday night, despite playing for an hour with 10-men.

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Rampant Reds again enjoy ALM home comforts

Despite playing with 10 players for nearly an hour, Adelaide United have beaten Melbourne City 4-1 for a third home win this season at Coopers Stadium.

Matildas lock in Kerr for NZ clashes but Grant out

Sam Kerr has missed Chelsea's past two games but Matildas coach Joe Montemurro says the superstar striker is in no doubt for upcoming clashes with New Zealand.

Racism allegations: Aussie coach hails Fowler's courage

Matildas coach Joe Montemurro has praised Mary Fowler for going public with alleged discriminatory treatment she received playing for French club Montpellier.

Matildas star bosses Barcelona in Champions League draw

Australian defender Ellie Carpenter has fired home a remarkable goal to help Chelsea end a three-game losing streak to Champions League rivals Barcelona.

Blues omit Sam Kerr but say she'll be fit for Matildas

Sam Kerr has been left out of Chelsea's Women's Champions League blockbuster with Barcelona but she'll be fit to travel to Australia on national duty.

Good golly, Holly: 36-sec opener fires City in Vietnam

Melbourne City have beaten Ho Chi Minh City 3-0 in the Women's Asian Champions League in Vietnam, kick-started by a 36-second goal from Holly McNamara.

Socceroos rue 'soft penalty', virus after lopsided loss

The Socceroos have been outclassed by Colombia in New York, where coach Tony Popovic lamented a contentious penalty and a pre-game virus that floored his squad.

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