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Even Socceroos boss wowed by Irankunda's big moments

Even Socceroos boss wowed by Irankunda's big moments

Nestory Irankunda scored for the Socceroos and almost nailed a world-class free kick but there was more to his performance that coach Tony Popovic liked.

Postecoglou confirmed as Forest's new manager

Postecoglou confirmed as Forest's new manager

Postecoglou confirmed as Forest's new manager

Postecoglou confirmed as Forest's new manager

After Nottingham Forest's sacking of Nuno Espirito Santo, Australia's Ange Postecoglou has been confirmed as the club's new manager.

Toure, Irankunda dazzle as Socceroos beat NZ

Toure, Irankunda dazzle as Socceroos beat NZ

Toure, Irankunda dazzle as Socceroos beat NZ

Toure, Irankunda dazzle as Socceroos beat NZ

Tony Popovic's call to start Nestory Irankunda and Mohamed Toure has paid off as the boom youngsters' goals gave the Socceroos a 3-1 win over New Zealand.

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No playing time guarantees for emerging Socceroos

No playing time guarantees for emerging Socceroos

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has cast the net wider in choosing his squad for games against New Zealand but that doesn't mean he will be handing out caps.

Popovic expects more 'confident and positive' Socceroos

Popovic expects more 'confident and positive' Socceroos

Tony Popovic wasn't satisfied with the Socceroos' 1-0 win over New Zealand but has reason to expect a better performance in their second match.

Victory snap up Socceroo for fresh shot at silverware

Victory snap up Socceroo for fresh shot at silverware

After losing star midfielder Ryan Teague to an overseas move at the end of the last A-League Men season, Melbourne Victory have snapped up another Socceroo.

Carpenter leads Matildas' charge on WSL opening weekend

Carpenter leads Matildas' charge on WSL opening weekend

Ellie Carpenter has proved the Australian standout among the dozen Matildas on view on the first weekend of the new Women's Super League season.

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'Like Mbappe': Toure sets big Socceroos target

'Like Mbappe': Toure sets big Socceroos target

'Like Mbappe': Toure sets big Socceroos target

'Like Mbappe': Toure sets big Socceroos target

After his first notable contribution for the Socceroos, 20-year-old striker Mohamed Toure wants to be Australia's answer to Kylian Mbappe.

'False promises': players fume over Western United woes

'False promises': players fume over Western United woes

'False promises': players fume over Western United woes

'False promises': players fume over Western United woes

Western United players have become free agents after their club was placed into A-Leagues hibernation, with the players' union demanding action.

Inside meeting where Socceroos drew a line in the sand

Inside meeting where Socceroos drew a line in the sand

Inside meeting where Socceroos drew a line in the sand

Inside meeting where Socceroos drew a line in the sand

Tony Popovic is not concerned with the past glories of his Socceroos as he looks for 26 players who can live by his elite standards for next year's World Cup.

Kerr made to wait for return as fellow Matilda shines

Kerr made to wait for return as fellow Matilda shines

Kerr made to wait for return as fellow Matilda shines

Kerr made to wait for return as fellow Matilda shines

The long-awaited comeback of Sam Kerr has been put on hold as she watched fellow Matilda Ellie Carpenter light up the start of the WSL season for Chelsea.

Socceroos win - but here's why Popovic isn't satisfied

Socceroos win - but here's why Popovic isn't satisfied

Socceroos win - but here's why Popovic isn't satisfied

Socceroos win - but here's why Popovic isn't satisfied

Tony Popovic will cop the teething pains of ugly Socceroos performances if it means they learn and are ready to rise to a higher level at next year's World Cup.

Balard strikes on debut as Socceroos down New Zealand

Balard strikes on debut as Socceroos down New Zealand

Balard strikes on debut as Socceroos down New Zealand

Balard strikes on debut as Socceroos down New Zealand

Max Balard has hit the ground running for the Socceroos, netting the match-winning goal in a 1-0 victory over New Zealand.

Van Egmond joins 15th club in globetrotting career

Van Egmond joins 15th club in globetrotting career

Van Egmond joins 15th club in globetrotting career

Van Egmond joins 15th club in globetrotting career

Matildas ace Emily van Egmond will play for the 15th club of her distinguished globetrotting career after signing for Women's Super League club Leicester.

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The change Socceroos boss sees in recalled Irankunda

In his first call-up in close to a year, Nestory Irankunda has impressed Socceroos coach Tony Popovic with his new-found maturity.

Back in business! Sam Kerr to make Chelsea return

Sam Kerr will feature for Chelsea in their Women's Super League season-opener, playing her first soccer match since December 2023.

Fireworks and feuds with fans fuel rise of new Socceroo

New Socceroo Anthony Kalik has been out of sight in the Croatian league, but the intensity of club football has propelled him on to Tony Popovic's radar.

One out, one in: Sydney add Peruvian international

Sydney FC hope Piero Quispe will help unlock their attacking weapons after signing the Peruvian midfielder on a season-long loan.

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Silvera's second coming strengthens Socceroos ambition

After revitalising his club form in England, Sammy Silvera has an eye on boosting his case for Socceroos selection.

Hrustic hopes club move can rekindle World Cup dream

After an up-and-down season in Europe, Ajdin Hrustic hopes a new club and a friendly with New Zealand can help him re-establish his spot in the Socceroos.

Jets fight off semi-pros Avondale to reach Cup final

The Newcastle Jets will meet Heidelberg United in the Australia Cup decider after beating semi-professional outfit Avondale FC 4-2 in the semi-final.

De Minaur matches Sinner-like feat with US Open charge

Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur is a win away from a third US Open quarter-final after taking down injured German Daniel Altmaier.

'Perfect & beautiful': Socceroo repeats dream strike

Young Socceroo Nestory Irankunda has left his Watford manager incredulous after coming up with his second astonishing free-kick goal in a week.

'I thought I could cry': Heidelberg into Cup final

Semi-professional club Heidelberg are into the Australia Cup final in what is becoming one of the more remarkable sporting stories in the nation's history.

Kuol seals move to Czech giants in Socceroos reboot

Five-cap Socceroos winger Garang Kuol will look to put an ill-fated stint with Newcastle behind him after the 20-year-old sealed a move to a Czech powerhouse.

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