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Victory ready for South to bring the noise in Cup final

Victory ready for South to bring the noise in Cup final

Melbourne Victory and South Melbourne fans will both have a huge presence in a sold-out blockbuster Australia Cup final.

NSL giant's A-League ambition at centre of Cup final

NSL giant's A-League ambition at centre of Cup final

NSL giant's A-League ambition at centre of Cup final

NSL giant's A-League ambition at centre of Cup final

South Melbourne are desperate to land a long-craved A-League licence and can showcase their credentials against Melbourne Victory in the Australia Cup final.

Carpenter nails major award to cap off stellar season

Carpenter nails major award to cap off stellar season

Carpenter nails major award to cap off stellar season

Carpenter nails major award to cap off stellar season

Ellie Carpenter has capped off an outstanding year for the Matildas and English side Chelsea by winning a major peer-voted award.

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Matildas coach backs Fowler's absence from friendlies

Matildas coach backs Fowler's absence from friendlies

Matildas coach Joe Montemurro supports Mary Fowler missing upcoming friendlies, and goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold understands it too.

Roar start ALM missing 'important piece of the puzzle'

Roar start ALM missing 'important piece of the puzzle'

A day on from Brisbane's coach announcing he doesn't want to dwell on last season's poor season riddled with injury, his defender and son has been sidelined.

'Challenges' still face United as new ALW season nears

'Challenges' still face United as new ALW season nears

Ahead of the upcoming A-League Women's season, Canberra United coach Antoni Jagarinec has addressed the impact that having no pay agreement has had on his club.

'I owe the Greeks my life': Cup final a family affair

'I owe the Greeks my life': Cup final a family affair

Former Socceroo Alan Davidson's lifelong love for South Melbourne was born out of racist bullying, but his allegiance will be split in the Australia Cup final.

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Former Victory boy wonder back on national stage

Former Victory boy wonder back on national stage

Former Victory boy wonder back on national stage

Former Victory boy wonder back on national stage

Former Melbourne Victory boy wonder Sebastian Pasquali will play against his former club with South Melbourne in the Australia Cup final.

'Point to prove': Wanderers vow new era after ALM flop

'Point to prove': Wanderers vow new era after ALM flop

'Point to prove': Wanderers vow new era after ALM flop

'Point to prove': Wanderers vow new era after ALM flop

Haunted by last year's wooden spoon, Western Sydney midfielder Dylan Scicluna has warned a determined Wanderers have a point to prove in the A-League Men.

Leckie moves on from World Cup heartbreak

Leckie moves on from World Cup heartbreak

Leckie moves on from World Cup heartbreak

Leckie moves on from World Cup heartbreak

Mathew Leckie was injured in the Socceroos' World Cup campaign but isn't thinking about the Asian Cup as he focuses on Melbourne City.

Matildas keep eyes on World Cup prep after Fowler blow

Matildas keep eyes on World Cup prep after Fowler blow

Matildas keep eyes on World Cup prep after Fowler blow

Matildas keep eyes on World Cup prep after Fowler blow

The Matildas have been dealt a setback in their Women's World Cup preparation, but Holly McNamara says there's no time to waste mulling over a missing star.

'I do it for him': Wanderers recruit on drive in ALW

'I do it for him': Wanderers recruit on drive in ALW

'I do it for him': Wanderers recruit on drive in ALW

'I do it for him': Wanderers recruit on drive in ALW

With one eye on the Matildas, Western Sydney recruit Isabella Chidiac is seeing her looming A-League Women debut as a chance to pay tribute to her late dad.

Not another Juan: Victory man not here to replace Mata

Not another Juan: Victory man not here to replace Mata

Not another Juan: Victory man not here to replace Mata

Not another Juan: Victory man not here to replace Mata

Guillermo May insists he won't replace Juan Mata at Melbourne Victory but is determined to bring a winning mentality that can help end a trophy drought.

Former South captain's journey comes full circle in cup

Former South captain's journey comes full circle in cup

Former South captain's journey comes full circle in cup

Former South captain's journey comes full circle in cup

Former South Melbourne captain Harrison Sawyer's worlds will collide when he lines up for Melbourne Victory against his old club in the Australia Cup final.

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Fowler's Man City humble fellow Matildas' Arsenal

Champions Manchester City, with Mary Fowler in their ranks, have enjoyed a big day in their Women's Super League push, defeating rivals Arsenal 4-2.

Sydney A-League Women star steps away from football

Sydney FC have granted defender Kirsty Fenton a termination of her contract to allow her to step away from football.

Referees strike over as Football Australia reaches deal

Soccer referees are no longer on strike and will be on deck for the Australia Cup final and the A-Leagues season after Football Australia struck a deal.

Socceroo lands money-spinning Scottish testimonial

After more than a decade being a fan favourite at Easter Road, Scottish club Hibernian have decided to honour Socceroo Martin Boyle with a testimonial year.

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A-Leagues ‘wait and see’ amid Manchester City turmoil

A-Leagues boss Steve Rosich has remained tight-lipped on Manchester City's financial scandal, believing it is too early to draw a connection to Melbourne City.

England, Spain cruise to easy wins in Nations League

Barcelona teammates Lamine Yamal and Anthony Gordon both got on the scoresheets as Spain and England secured comfortable wins in the UEFA Nations League.

How 'half decent' Socceroos have caught our attention

Going toe-to-toe with a fired-up Brazil on home soil has turned Australian heads as the Asian Cup-bound Socceroos add strings to their bow.

Socceroos bring out Brazil's best in fiery rematch

The Socceroos have again pushed heavyweights Brazil to the limit in a 4-2 loss in Brisbane that featured wonder strikes and plenty of fire.

Mancini's second coming has smooth lift-off in Turkey

Italy have begun to shake off the hangover from their latest failure to reach the World Cup with a 4-1 win in Turkey, the first of Roberto Mancini's return.

Big question as Socceroos back up for Brazil rematch

Veteran Socceroos back Aziz Behich has explained how the side can counter an inevitable Brazilian backlash in Brisbane.

Socceroos 'can be better too' after poking Brazil bear

Having poked the bear in Townsville, the Socceroos are preparing for a Brazilian backlash in Brisbane.

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