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City crowned ALW premiers after 'Nix fall to Wanderers

City crowned ALW premiers after 'Nix fall to Wanderers

Wellington's shock 1-0 loss to struggling Western Sydney has allowed Melbourne City to claim the A-League Women premiership.

Behich ready to help rival Bos reach Socceroos heights

Behich ready to help rival Bos reach Socceroos heights

Behich ready to help rival Bos reach Socceroos heights

Behich ready to help rival Bos reach Socceroos heights

Socceroos left wing-back Jordy Bos is a star on the rise and has plenty of support and competition from established veteran Aziz Behich to help him.

Arnold out to conquer toughest job, end World Cup pain

Arnold out to conquer toughest job, end World Cup pain

Arnold out to conquer toughest job, end World Cup pain

Arnold out to conquer toughest job, end World Cup pain

Iraq's Australian coach Graham Arnold speaks to AAP about his quest to qualify for June's World Cup. Iraq face a play-off on Wednesday (AEDT).

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Cooney-Cross to miss rest of season for Arsenal

Cooney-Cross to miss rest of season for Arsenal

Kyra Cooney-Cross won't play for Arsenal again this season as she stays in Australia to be with her sick mum, but Caitlin Foord is back firing for the Gunners.

Sydney clinch vital derby win, Newcastle beat United

Sydney clinch vital derby win, Newcastle beat United

The Newcastle Jets have beaten fourth-placed Adelaide United to keep their finals hopes alive, while Sydney FC upset Melbourne Victory in the A-League Women.

The teen wonder who's bolting into Socceroos contention

The teen wonder who's bolting into Socceroos contention

Tony Popovic has revealed the moment he knew teenage World Cup hopeful Lucas Herrington was ready to handle a Socceroos debut at age 18.

Roar close on ALW finals berth with big Perth win

Roar close on ALW finals berth with big Perth win

Brisbane Roar have fought past Perth Glory for a 5-2 win as they close in on an A-League Women finals berth.

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Late Bos goal helps stodgy Socceroos past Cameroon

Late Bos goal helps stodgy Socceroos past Cameroon

Late Bos goal helps stodgy Socceroos past Cameroon

Late Bos goal helps stodgy Socceroos past Cameroon

A late goal from Jordy Bos has helped Australia to a 1-0 win over Cameroon in their friendly in Sydney.

'I wish him well': Popovic as Volpato waits for Italy

'I wish him well': Popovic as Volpato waits for Italy

'I wish him well': Popovic as Volpato waits for Italy

'I wish him well': Popovic as Volpato waits for Italy

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has addressed Cristian Volpato's apparent decision to preference Italy over Australia on the international stage.

Socceroos' Karacic out of last home games before Cup

Socceroos' Karacic out of last home games before Cup

Socceroos' Karacic out of last home games before Cup

Socceroos' Karacic out of last home games before Cup

Luckless defender Fran Karacic will miss the Socceroos' World Cup warm-up matches against Cameroon and Curacao through yet another injury setback.

Popovic's former teammates praise coaching performance

Popovic's former teammates praise coaching performance

Popovic's former teammates praise coaching performance

Popovic's former teammates praise coaching performance

Speaking 20 years on from Australia's 2006 World Cup qualification, ex-Socceroos Mark Schwarzer and Josip Skoko have both commended Tony Popovic's management.

'Not done yet, mate': Ange vows his best is yet to come

'Not done yet, mate': Ange vows his best is yet to come

'Not done yet, mate': Ange vows his best is yet to come

'Not done yet, mate': Ange vows his best is yet to come

Ange Postecoglou has reflected on his "brutal' sacking at Nottingham Forest but insists he hasn't yet scratched the surface of his soccer ambitions.

Mariners deliver hammer blow to Phoenix's title hopes

Mariners deliver hammer blow to Phoenix's title hopes

Mariners deliver hammer blow to Phoenix's title hopes

Mariners deliver hammer blow to Phoenix's title hopes

Hosts Central Coast Mariners have dealt Wellington Phoenix a severe blow with the visitors suffering a 2-1 loss at Polytec Stadium.

'Kangaroo' Suto eyes World Cup on first trip Down Under

'Kangaroo' Suto eyes World Cup on first trip Down Under

'Kangaroo' Suto eyes World Cup on first trip Down Under

'Kangaroo' Suto eyes World Cup on first trip Down Under

In Croatia, they used to tease Ante Suto by calling him a "kangaroo" and now the Hibs forward is a chance to go to the World Cup with the Socceroos.

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Kisnorbo lands Sydney job as Talay stands down

Patrick Kisnorbo has signed on as Sydney FC's interim replacement for Ufuk Talay, who has stepped down as manager with immediate effect.

FA defends Matildas' friendly meetings with minnows

The Matildas will play African minnows Malawi in their first fixtures after their Women's Asian Cup loss as they look towards next year's World Cup.

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

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.

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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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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