Brazil lineup vs. Australia: Predicted XI for friendly fixture as Joao Pedro injury forces Carlo Ancelotti rethink
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Brazil could line up for Friday's friendly match against Australia.
Australia vs Brazil - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's friendly clash between Australia and Brazil, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Iraq coach: We were not the better side against Oman, and this cannot be seen at a Gulf Cup
Australian coach Graham Arnold, manager of the Iraqi national team, confirmed that his side did not play as required during the match against Oman...
'Xabi appears not to love him': Inside Estevao's uncertain future at Chelsea, why Brazilian is struggling for minutes under new boss Alonso and the compromise he may be forced to accept
Brazil's games are in Australia and India and yet, Estevao may not mind travelling - he knows that he stands a chance of receiving more action for...
Jackson Irvine and Nestory Irankunda set standards for Socceroos ahead of Brazil double-header
Socceroos stars Jackson Irvine and Nestory Irankunda outlined Australia's ambitions ahead of upcoming international friendlies against five-time...
Bruno Guimaraes still haunted by crucial World Cup penalty miss as Brazil target Australia redemption
Arsenal's Bruno Guimaraes addresses his World Cup penalty trauma as Brazil prepare for friendly matches against Australia in Queensland under Carlo...
Australia - Brazil predictions
Australia vs Brazil prediction and preview for this International Friendlies match on 25/09/2026 from our Football experts. Betting tips, lineup,...
Norwich and Australia star Toure 'out for months' with shoulder injury
Starting Socceroos striker Mohamed Toure will undergo shoulder surgery and a lengthy rehabilitation after an awkward fall playing for English...
Bruno Guimaraes sets Arsenal target and names two clubs he would like to sign for in future
Arsenal midfielder Bruno Guimaraes has been speaking to the Brazilian media while away on international duty with his country in Australia
Chelsea star breaks silence after claims he could leave over Xabi Alonso decision
Alonso has not started the Chelsea star in the Premier League this season (Picture: Shutterstock)
Estevao Willian says he will do all he can to...
Colorado Rapids acquire Australian winger Akol Akon
TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing
The Colorado Rapids have acquired winger Akol Akon from A-League side Sydney FC, the club announced Monday.
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It’s advantage Derek McInnes and Rangers, just like for Angie back in 21/22
Ibrox Noise would like to bring to your attention an intriguing notion that goes back four years and is a bit of a vice versa contraction. That is...
Diamonds netballer Sarah Klau named in Constellation Cup squad after pleading guilty to assault
NSW Swifts player pleaded guilty to kicking a security guard in JuneAustralia travel to Auckland to face Silver Ferns in OctoberDiamond's netballer...
‘Nothing To Be Concerned About’ – Worries Over Cardiff City Star’s Fitness Eased
Cardiff City star Alex Robertson’s withdrawal from the Australia squad is to allow him to get some rest, with nothing to be concerned about.
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Barcelona send scout to watch teenage defender Arthur Dias after Brazil call-up
Barcelona are being credited with interest in young Athletico Paranaense defender Arthur Dias and reportedly sent a scout to watch the youngster in...
Ancelotti calls up a new player ahead of the Australia and India clashes
Following Brazil's exit in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup at the hands of Norway, head coach Carlo Ancelotti continues the process of...
‘I’m trying to be a bit of a big brother to Kobe’ — Meath’s Eamonn Armstrong learning his craft with St Kilda
Royals prodigy keen to make a mark on home soil with Duleek-Bellewstown before returning to Australia and ‘doubling down’
Late Momiki Free Kick Secures Victory On The Road
Yuka Momiki’s 94th-minute free kick secured a deserved 1-0 victory for Everton at West Ham United.
The Toffees threatened throughout the 90 minutes...
Newcastle 4-1 United Women - report
FixturesNewcastle United Ladies Vs. Sheffield United Women - Sun, Sep 20 2026, 14:00United Women fell to defeat against league leaders Newcastle...
Coleen Rooney admits it's 'annoying' having husband Wayne at home so much
Coleen Rooney has complained about having her husband Wayne Rooney getting under her feet since the end of his football career – but he might just...
Wayne Rooney set to become I’m A Celebrity’s ‘biggest signing ever’ after Coleen’s success
Wayne Rooney is said to be in ‘negotiations’ with ITV for the next series of I’m A Celebrity (Picture: Pictures: ITV / Getty Images)
Wayne Rooney...
International Break, Leicester City Related Players Involvement, The Full Picture
Embed from Getty Images Harry Souttar is in the Australian squad for their friendly games vs. Brazil. Australia will host Brazil in two games,...
Was Wrexham's trailblazing black footballer also the first Indigenous Australian to play overseas?
Mystery surrounds the origin of Peter Baines, the trailblazing black footballer who played for the Welsh club, among others, during the 1940s
West Brom fans excited by Tammer Bany developments are instantly brought back down to earth
West Bromwich Albion fans are still itching to see Tammer Bany succeed at The Hawthorns.The Baggies signed the winger from Randers FC for a fee in...
Send tourists to Coventry! Premier League football, Ed Sheeran in concert and Modernist cathedral sparks visitor spike in Midlands city - with US and Australians checking in
The West Midlands city has long been overlooked as a tourism destination...but Coventry's fortunes appear to be changing, with visitor numbers up...
Joao Pedro injury update ahead of Brentford vs Chelsea
Joao Pedro is a major doubt for Chelsea’s trip to Brentford on Friday (Getty)
Joao Pedro is set to miss Chelsea’s Premier League match against...
Socceroos captain Maty Ryan axed for Brazil friendlies
Goalkeeper dropped despite strong start to La Liga seasonSeven uncapped players called into 26-man Australia squadCaptain Maty Ryan has been left...
Daniel Arzani makes three big Celtic admissions on emotional Parkhead return
Daniel Arzani is back at Celtic Park with Ferencvaros for tonight’s Europa League opener. The Australian spent two years on loan at Celtic from...
Forgotten Ex-Celtic Man Rejects Flop Tag Before ‘Nostalgic’ Return With Ferencvaros
Forgotten ex-Celtic kid Daniel Arzani has shrugged off claims that he has something to prove to his old club this evening as he prepares for a...
Chelsea handed fresh injury blow ahead of Brentford clash after triple scare
Another headache for Xabi Alonso (Picture: Nigel French/Sportsphoto/Allstar via Getty Images)
Chelsea striker Joao Pedro has withdrawn from the...
Celtic's forgotten Bhoy from Brendan Rodgers era returns to try to spoil European night
Former Celtic player Scott McDonald labelled him the finest Australian prospect since Harry Kewell. Yet his spell at Parkhead became a disaster
Forgotten Celtic Signing Set for Parkhead Return
Daniel Arzani could make an unexpected return to Celtic Park on Thursday night when Ferencváros face the Hoops in the Europa League. The Australian...
Portsmouth man seals potentially permanent Fratton Park exit after clinching A-League return
The former Australia Under-23 international has made three appearances for the Blues
Postecoglou saves Ronaldo from the fans' fangs with a surprise statement
Australian Ange Postecoglou, the Al-Nassr manager, makes striking comments after the defeat to the UAE's Al-Ain, refusing to blame Portugal's...
"Pathetic": Al-Nassr fans shock Ronaldo and demand Postecoglou's head
Al-Nassr of Saudi Arabia's fans open fire on Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo and Australian coach Ange Postecoglou following the defeat to Al-Ain
Al-Nassr line-up against Al-Ain: Postecoglou stuns Pinto and changes Al-Alami's look!
Australian coach Ange Postecoglou of Al-Nassr decides to change the team's tactical shape in the clash against the UAE's Al-Ain and fields Saudi...
No more draws! Australian second tier adopts Leagues Cup-style penalty shootouts to decide bonus points
The Australian Championship introduces penalty shootouts for drawn matches to award bonus points, mirroring the Leagues Cup format.
Lachlan Rose reveals Dundee Utd side hustles as DJ and trainee barista squeezes in uni course work as well
The Australian striker takes us through his off-the-field passions from DJing to coffee-making and working on his fitness qualifications.
Postecoglou grumbles: the atmosphere is difficult and Al-Nassr is suffering under pressure!
Explosive comments from Australian Ange Postecoglou, the Al-Nassr coach, following the 1-1 draw with Al-Khaleej in matchweek 7 of the Roshn Saudi...
De Zerbi says Spurs have ‘mental block' after wait for league win continues
‘No wins, no goals scored … it is tough for the players'Spurs in 17th place after 0-0 draw against Everton Roberto De Zerbi says his Tottenham...
Former Man Utd and Chelsea star Juan Mata retires Melbourne Victory
Spanish World Cup-winner Juan Mata on Friday opted against playing another season with Australian side Melbourne Victory, but stopped short of...
Former Wigan Athletic, Manchester United and Leeds United man takes career jump in Australia
Former Wigan Athletic defender Scott Wootton has retired from playing at the age of 34.
No place for Casemiro or Fabinho in Ancelotti’s new-look Brazil squad
Brazil face Australia and India in the upcoming international break, with Carlo Ancelotti making several changes to his World Cup squad.
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Brazilian media confirm why Jair Cunha has been called up ahead of Murillo
Nottingham Forest have seen a Brazilian called up into the senior squad for games against Australia and India – but the surprise is that it’s...
Watch as Nottingham Forest star Jair Cunha realises he's made the Brazil squad
Jair Cunha has been named in the Brazil squad for games against Australia and India following some swashbuckling form for Nottingham Forest. The...
Cliftonville confirm signing of Australian goalkeeper
Cliftonville have confirmed the signing of Australian goalkeeper Jacob Cremen-Cowan from Sydney FC.
No Neymar in Kolkata: Why Brazil legend won't play India in historic friendly
Ancelotti has included Vinicius Jr, Raphinha, Marquinhos, Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Magalhaes for the upcoming friendlies against Australia...
EXCLUSIVE: Eddie Nketiah close to switching international allegiance to Ghana
Crystal Palace striker Eddie Nketiah is on the verge of switching his international allegiance from England to Ghana, with the required paperwork...
Carlo Ancelotti ruthlessly AXES Liverpool star as major Brazil overhaul begins
Carlo Ancelotti has announced a revamped Brazil squad for upcoming friendlies against Australia and India, dropping Alisson to focus on youth ahead...
Brazil vs India: Vinicius Jr, Raphinha set for historic Kolkata showdown
Brazil's new coach Carlo Ancelotti has named a 26-player squad for upcoming matches. The team will face Australia twice in September and then...
WATCH: Tony Popovic on FIFA World Cup review, Brazil series & Socceroos evolution
CommBank Socceroos Head Coach Tony Popovic speaks to the media in Sydney in his first press conference back home since the FIFA World Cup 2026™,...
Scottish roundup: Miovski hits last-gasp Rangers winner and Celtic keep 100% record
Rangers beat St Mirren 1-0 at IbroxCeltic also narrow winners at St JohnstoneA dramatic last-gasp strike from substitute Bojan Miovski gave Rangers...
Postecoglou: We faced Abha frustrated because of Al-Ittihad, and the Ronaldo and Al-Hamdan option is good
Australian Ange Postecoglou, the manager of Al-Nassr, expressed his delight at the win over Abha in the Saudi Roshn League, following the defeat in...
How James Overy fared in his Sydney FC debut after Man Utd exit
James Overy made his Sydney FC debut after coming off the bench in a 2-0 defeat against Melbourne Victory in the Australia Cup. After spending...
Ronaldo is not alone: Postecoglou changes Al-Nassr's plan in the absence of Felix and Coman
Australian Ange Postecoglou, Al-Nassr's head coach, has decided to change the plan he relies on for the match against Abha in the Saudi Roshn...
Volpato’s Australia career in doubt after positive cocaine test
Sassuolo and Australia international Cristian Volpato could be suspended after police announced a secondary test...
MOT View: Leeds handed boost vs Chelsea as appointment revealed for Stamford Bridge clash
Leeds United could be set for a boost as they travel to face Chelsea on Wednesday.The third round of the Carabao Cup away at Stamford Bridge awaits...
Tony Popovic explains reason for rejecting Socceroos four-year contract extension
Australia coach Tony Popovic has revealed he turned down a contract extension that would have kept him in the job until the 2030 World Cup,...
Socceroo star's alleged positive cocaine test just weeks after World Cup breakthrough could lead to suspension
Socceroos World Cup star Cristian Volpato faces a possible bombshell national team suspension after a second police test confirmed cocaine, with...
Cristian Volpato fined over positive cocaine test as Socceroos star maintains innocence
Cristian Volpato has been fined after failing a roadside cocaine test in Sydney, though the Australia winger firmly maintains his innocence.
Cristian Volpato's Socceroos fate uncertain after second sample confirms positive cocaine test
Football Australia has power to suspend him from national teamStriker has maintained his innocence over failed drugs test Cristian Volpato's...
Socceroos' Volpato fined for positive cocaine test
Cristian Volpato's immediate availability for the Socceroos rests in the hands of Football Australia after NSW Police confirmed the World Cup star...
No major World Cup regrets, says Tony Popovic, despite shootout heartbreak
In his first appearance in front of the media since the last-32 defeat to Egypt the coach, whose tactics elicited some criticism, insists he would...
I’m A Celebrity camp in ‘lockdown’ after bear attack on hiker
Campmates at I’m A Celebrity’s new spin off The Wild Frontier are in ‘lockdown’ (Picture: ITV)
I’m A Celebrity’s new spin-off show, The Wild...
Official: James Overy joins Sydney FC on permanent deal from Man United
Manchester United have released a statement, confirming James Overy has completed a permanent transfer to Australian outfit Sydney FC.
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Portsmouth forgotten man edging towards Fratton Park exit
The Australian left-back has featured three times for the Blues since joining from Central Coast Mariners in July 2024
Iranian women footballers speak out on national anthem protest after claiming asylum in Australia
Atefeh Ramezanisadeh and Fatemeh Pasandideh claimed asylum in Australia following the national anthem protest at the Women's Asian Cup
Asian players in top five European leagues: Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, and ASEAN stars listed
An extensive overview of Asian football players competing across Europe's top five leagues, featuring stars from Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, and...
The sad truth about Australia's sporting power couple: Mary Fowler and Nathan Cleary only see each other just twice a year
Mary Fowler has spoken out about her relationship with Nathan Cleary.
James Overy departs
Academy defender James Overy has agreed a move to Australian side Sydney FC, subject to registration.
Qualifiers - Group H: Australia 0-2 Indonesia; Malaysia 2-1 Laos
Vientiane: Indonesia earned a hard-fought 2-0 win against defending champions Australia to book their AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027™ spot on Sunday.
Iranian footballers who defected to Australia say they haven't spoken to their team since out of a fear of reprisals - and reveal the man whose become like a 'second father' to them
Atefeh Ramezanisadeh and Fatemeh Pasandideh sought asylum in Australia after protesting at a Gold Coast soccer match in March.
Qualifiers - Group H: Australia 0-2 Indonesia
Vientiane: Indonesia earned a hard-fought 2-0 win against defending champions Australia to book their AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027™ spot on Sunday.
Postecoglou lets rip: Al-Ittihad only played for 15 minutes!
Explosive comments from Australian coach Ange Postecoglou, manager of Al-Nassr, after the 2-1 defeat to Al-Ittihad in round five of the Roshn League.
Xabi Alonso names two Chelsea youngsters in his plans ahead of Arsenal clash
Alonso happy with his midfield options (Picture: Chelsea FC)
Xabi Alonso has no concerns over the depth of his midfield options after Chelsea...
‘The noise was unbelievable': the referee's view of Mexico v England at the World Cup
England's manager Thomas Tuchel called the officiating ‘just not good enough' in the fiery last-16 tie. Now Alireza Faghani gives his version of...
Nottingham Forest sign Australian international midfielder McKenna
Nottingham Forest have completed the signing of Australian international midfielder Leticia McKenna on a permanent
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We can’t stop Australia taking our best GAA stars – but we can stop making it so easy
The GAA must remain amateur, but that cannot mean asking elite young footballers and hurlers to choose county glory over paying their rent
Lucas Herrington staying grounded at Hull City despite meteoric rise: ‘It's pretty crazy' | Joey Lynch
The 54th Australian to play in the Premier League insists he will continue working hard – and cannot wait to face Erling HaalandOn the opening day...
‘They'll be finding bodies next year': a renowned forensic scientist on Nepal's ‘extreme challenges'
Prof Richard Bassed helped identify Boxing Day tsunami and victims of Australia's catastrophic Black Saturday bushfires. ‘The randomness of this...
Qualifiers - Group H: Malaysia 2-2 Australia; Laos 0-3 Indonesia
Vientiane: Indonesia moved into pole position in Group H with a 3-0 win against Laos while Malaysia and Australia shared a thrilling 2-2 draw in...
Qualifiers - Group H: Malaysia 2-2 Australia
Vientiane: Malaysia and Australia shared a thrilling 2-2 draw in their AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027™ Qualifiers Group H tie at Lao National Stadium...
Youngest-ever National Programs Launched ahead of inaugural FIFA World Cups
Youngest-ever National Programs Launched ahead of inaugural FIFA World Cups
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Xabi Alonso stepped in to block deadline day move for £21m Chelsea star
Alonso sees a role for him in the squad this season (Picture: Qin Zhicheng/VCG via Getty Images)
Xabi Alonso blocked a possible loan exit for...
Kevin-Prince Boateng leads Australia against Libya at Socca World Cup
Former Ghana international Kevin-Prince Boateng is coaching Australia at the Socca World Cup, where his side faced Libya in the international...
‘A cheeseburger worked really well': the secrets behind a record-breaking 152-hour run
On a diet including plenty of fast food and with virtually no sleep, Australian endurance athlete Phil Gore ran 6.71km every hour for an entire...
Cammy Devlin relives Rangers red card devastation as star details the Derek McInnes message fuelling success bid
The Australia midfielder was sent off in the first leg of the disastrous European defeat to Jablonec
Rangers return to 11-goal venue with no margin for error as dedicated player opens up on 'devastating' moment
Australian and his teammates driven to keep Ibrox performances - and results - going in right direction
Done Deal: James Overy: Man United youngster finds new home with transfer to Sydney FC - Ben Jacobs
Manchester United youngster James Overy has left the club, joining Sydney FC in his native land of Australia.
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