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Robertson addresses 'issue' at heart of Socceroos exile

Robertson addresses 'issue' at heart of Socceroos exile

After three years of mystery and innuendo, Alex Robertson is finally back in the Socceroos set-up with the midfielder explaining why it took so long.

Cammy's back: Socceroo's Hearts dream reignited

Cammy's back: Socceroo's Hearts dream reignited

Cammy's back: Socceroo's Hearts dream reignited

Cammy's back: Socceroo's Hearts dream reignited

Hearts are thrilled to have their Australian engine room back in full working order -- and Cammy Devlin's return is good news for the Socceroos too.

Taggart makes history to keep Perth's season alive

Taggart makes history to keep Perth's season alive

Taggart makes history to keep Perth's season alive

Taggart makes history to keep Perth's season alive

Adam Taggart kept Perth Glory's season alive and became the club's greatest A-League Men scorer with a late equaliser in a 1-1 draw with Melbourne City.

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Ugly scuffle eclipses City's win, Canberra pip Adelaide

Ugly scuffle eclipses City's win, Canberra pip Adelaide

A red card to Melbourne City's Chinaza Uchendu has overshadowed their win over Western Sydney, while Canberra cemented their position in the ALW's top six.

Jets beat Sydney to close on A-League Men premiership

Jets beat Sydney to close on A-League Men premiership

Newcastle have claimed a thrilling 2-1 win over Sydney FC to take a massive step towards their first A-League Men premiership.

Matildas rally behind Foord as Kerr faces club limbo

Matildas rally behind Foord as Kerr faces club limbo

While Sam Kerr's club future is in limbo, the Matildas have thrown their support around Caitlin Foord after a forgetful night in their Asian Cup final loss.

Mabil's lifeline sends message to forgotten Socceroos

Mabil's lifeline sends message to forgotten Socceroos

Jason Geria has held up Awer Mabil's Socceroos recall as proof Tony Popovic will leave no stone unturned heading into this year's World Cup.

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The end? Coach feels Matildas era has only just begun

The end? Coach feels Matildas era has only just begun

The end? Coach feels Matildas era has only just begun

The end? Coach feels Matildas era has only just begun

Joe Montemurro wants the Matildas to use their Women's Asian Cup final loss to Japan as a springboard to more success.

Kennedy's 'sad' admission as Matildas fall short

Kennedy's 'sad' admission as Matildas fall short

Kennedy's 'sad' admission as Matildas fall short

Kennedy's 'sad' admission as Matildas fall short

Alanna Kennedy is adamant the Matildas can lick their wounds from their Asian Cup final defeat and rebound at next year's World Cup.

Misery for Matildas as Japan claim Women's Asian Cup

Misery for Matildas as Japan claim Women's Asian Cup

Misery for Matildas as Japan claim Women's Asian Cup

Misery for Matildas as Japan claim Women's Asian Cup

The Matildas' Asian Cup campaign has ended in heartache after losing 1-0 to Japan in the final.

Glory, Mariners miss chance to move into ALW top six

Glory, Mariners miss chance to move into ALW top six

Glory, Mariners miss chance to move into ALW top six

Glory, Mariners miss chance to move into ALW top six

A scoreless draw in Perth has done little for the A-League Women finals hopes of the Glory and Central Coast Mariners.

Victory unleash second-half blitz to sink Mariners 4-1

Victory unleash second-half blitz to sink Mariners 4-1

Victory unleash second-half blitz to sink Mariners 4-1

Victory unleash second-half blitz to sink Mariners 4-1

Melbourne Victory have extended their unbeaten run to seven matches after scoring four second-half goals to post a 4-1 win over Central Coast.

Phoenix defeat Roar, stay alive in ALM

Phoenix defeat Roar, stay alive in ALM

Phoenix defeat Roar, stay alive in ALM

Phoenix defeat Roar, stay alive in ALM

Ifeanyi Eze's late goal has helped Wellington Phoenix stay in the finals frame while Brisbane have again tasted defeat from a winning position.

Bulls deal blow to Auckland’s ALM premiership defence

Bulls deal blow to Auckland’s ALM premiership defence

Bulls deal blow to Auckland’s ALM premiership defence

Bulls deal blow to Auckland’s ALM premiership defence

Auckland FC’s attempt to supplant Newcastle atop the A-League Men table has hit a speed bump after they fell to a home defeat at the hands of Macarthur FC.

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Ex-Matilda at heart of Japan's global domination plan

Leah Blayney is the ex-Matilda hoping to kickstart a new era of global domination for Japan as they head into an Asian Cup final clash with Australia.

Van Egmond unloads on Wanderers after Adelaide loss

Interim Western Sydney coach Gary van Egmond has launched a blistering attack on his team after their 4-2 loss to Adelaide United.

Brisbane, Wellington claim vital A-League Women wins

Brisbane have snapped a four-game A-League Women losing streak to beat Newcastle, while Wellington Phoenix overcame Sydney FC.

Matildas dismiss Kerr concern amid no-show, knee scare

Joe Montemurro is adamant Sam Kerr is fit for the Women's Asian Cup final despite the captain's pre-match press conference absence and a heavily-bandaged knee.

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Bees, flies, flowers: Japan coach's Asian Cup verdict

Nils Nielsen has drawn on some colourful analogies to discuss the difference between Japan and Australia's varied Women's Asian Cup form.

Socceroos' mystery World Cup rivals no concern: Popovic

Despite not having all their group stage opponents confirmed for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Socceroos coach Tony Popovic is not letting that affect preparations.

Aussie bid to host men's Asian Cup faces rethink

Australia's hopes of hosting either the 2031 or 2035 men's Asian Cup will have to be rethought after the continent's soccer confederation halted all bidding.

On-song North Korea seal long-awaited World Cup return

A hat-trick from Hong Song-Ok in a dominant 4-0 defeat of Taiwan has ensured North Korea will return to the World Cup despite their early Asian Cup exit.

Brazil bound: Aussie connection guides Filipinas to WC

Australian coach Mark Torcaso has guided the Philippines back to the World Cup, beating Uzbekistan in their Asian Cup play-in qualifier on the Gold Coast.

'I wouldn't walk out': Popovic on Segecic's defection

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic appears disappointed Adrian Segecic didn't fight harder for a national start after the midfielder switched allegiances to Croatia.

Socceroos summon uncapped trio for World Cup warm-ups

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has called up an 18-year-old defender for the first time while also giving World Cup auditions to two other uncapped players.

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