Gary van Egmond’s team of Olympic hopefuls gained more valuable minutes in their friendly against the Romanian Under 23s, but fell to a 1-0 defeat. A goal within the first 10 minutes from George Ganea proved to be the difference…
Mark Rudan departs Western United
Inaugural coach of Western United Mark Rudan has left the club, mutually agreed to part ways. A dismal run to conclude the A-League regular season, in which Western United lost their final eight games signalled the end of Rudan’s reign.…
Socceroos make it six from six with 5-1 trouncing of Chinese Taipei
The Socceroos made it six from six in the Asian Qualifiers with a dominant victory over Chinese Taipei. As expected, Graham Arnold named a much changed starting line up to take on the Group B strugglers, who remain winless in…
Ange Postecoglou agrees personal terms with Celtic FC
Former Socceroos boss Ange Postecoglou will oversee his final match at Yokohama F. Marinos on Wednesday, before flying to Glasgow to confirm his appointment as Celtic manager. A verbal agreement is in place for the 55-year-old to take charge, after…
“Who’s that kid at the back?”: The story behind Mark Natta’s breakthrough season
This time last year, Mark Natta was a name known only to the most fervent of Wanderers fans. Part of the club academy since its inception, the young West Sydney native had worked his way through the ranks from the…
“Hungry for more”: New Socceroo Riley McGree ready to embrace frantic off-season
It’s set to be a busy off-season for new Socceroos star Riley McGree. Fresh from making his debut in Australia’s dominant 3-0 win over Kuwait on Friday, he’s gearing up to be a key figure in Australia’s qualification journey and…
Late Lleyton Derby Heroics Lift Victory Off Bottom
Melbourne City thought they had a third derby win of the season tonight, but a late Lleyton Brooks equaliser ensured Melbourne Victory have avoided confirming a first-ever last-place finish. City looked too well-drilled for their albeit spirited neighbours, but Brooks’…
Socceroos Star Leckie Signs for Premiers
Socceroos stalwart Mathew Leckie has agreed to sign for Melbourne City on a free transfer for the next A-League season. The 30-year-old Leckie joins the A-League premiers on a three-year deal following a four year stint at Bundesliga side Hertha…
A-League clubs withdrawn from Asian Champions League
The Asian Football Confederation have announced that Football Australia have withdrawn Sydney FC, Brisbane Roar and Melbourne City out of this year’s edition of the competition. The AFC released a statement on their website. “The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has…
Socceroos back with a vengeance after victory over Kuwait
The Socceroos were successful back in action for the first time in 567 days, as they faced off against Kuwait in the Jaber Al-Hamad International Stadium as they continued their quest for World Cup qualification. Despite the immensely hot conditions,…