Dramatic update on Iranian women's soccer team captain after seven members of the team sought asylum in Australia during Asian Cup

The captain of Iran's women's soccer team, Zahra Ghanbari, has been featured on a list by the Iranian government.
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Apr 13

Han hails DPR Korea for passing stiff test

Pathum Thani: DPR Korea head coach Han Chol Hok was full of praise for his charges as they booked their place in the last four of the AFC U20...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 13

Australia exit with pride, says Epakis

Pathum Thani: As Australia's journey at the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ was halted by DPR Korea in Sunday's quarter-final clash, head...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 13

Q-final: DPR Korea 3-0 Australia

Pathum Thani: DPR Korea remained flawless as they handed Australia a 3-0 defeat in the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ quarter-finals at...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 12

Who is Mat Ryan? The Celtic-linked goalkeeper with a packed CV

Reports are linking Celtic with Australian goalkeeper Mat Ryan. According to Voetbal 24, Celtic will do battle with Club Brugge to sign the...
67 HAIL HAIL Apr 12

Five-star Australia; defeats for India, Japan, Korea Republic

Nairobi: Sam Kerr netted her 74th international goal to help Australia begin their FIFA Series 2026 campaign with a 5-0 win over Malawi at Nyayo...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 12

Australian rules: Patrick Yazbek keeps Nashville SC atop the East

With this summer's 2026 FIFA World Cup looming, Patrick Yazbek's breakout season with Nashville SC shows no signs of slowing down.
MLSSOCCER Apr 12

Kenya to face Australia in FIFA Women's Series after downing India

Kenya women's national team will face Australia after they secured a comfortable 2-0 win against India in a 2026 FIFA Series encounter at Nyayo...
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Apr 11

Australia v Malawi: Fifa Series women's international football friendly – live

Updates as Matildas play Scorchers in KenyaKick-off at Nyayo National Stadium is 2pm local/9pm AESTAny thoughts? Get in touch with an emailG'day...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 11

Preview - QF: DPR Korea v Australia

Pathum Thani: Australia head coach Alexander Epakis is expecting an improved showing from his side against defending champions DPR Korea in...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 11

Club and Country | Cameron Burgess

Club and Country | Cameron Burgess Andrew Gwilym Fri, 10/04/2026 - 14:00 First team ...
SWANSEACITY.COM Apr 10

Australia urged to offer to host 2027 Asian Cup amid uncertainty over Saudi Arabia event

Former Socceroo Craig Foster calls for government to support FA bidAFC postpone tournament draw as Middle East conflict spreadsAustralia has been...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 10

Blues Set To Star For Nations Over International Break

A host of Everton Women stars have joined up with their nations over the international break. Young Lionesses Ruby Mace and Laila Harbert have been...
EVERTON FC OFFICIAL SITE Apr 9

Family the driving force for Australia's Prakash

Nonthaburi: Japan conceded their first goals in the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ on Wednesday, with Australia's Avaani Prakash scoring...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 9

‘They poo all over the yard': little corellas are terrorising Kangaroo Island – and nothing can stop them

The birds – not native to the South Australian island – have covered a school in faeces, torn up infrastructure and damaged cropsGet our breaking...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 8

NOSTALGIA: Aussie ace demands transfer after City boss brings down axe

Bradford City goalkeeper John Roberts wanted out on this day 56 years ago, the Australian having been surprisingly dropped for a game against Barrow.
THETELEGRAPHANDARGUS.CO.UK Apr 8

OFFICIALLY OFFICIAL: Juventus heading to Australia for their 2026 preseason tour

Everybody expects Luciano Spalletti to be Juventus' manager beyond the completion of the 2025-26 season even without his contract extension...
BLACKWHITEREADALLOVER.COM Apr 8

EXCLUSIVE: Why ‘smart’ Dundee United are raiding A-League as key attributes burn bright

Zac Sapsford reckons the level of young talent in Australia is getting stronger every year.
THECOURIER.CO.UK Apr 8

Paris Saint-Germain vs. Liverpool: Champions League 2025-26 Live Coverage & How to Watch

PSG VS. LIVERPOOL | Wednesday, April 8th |Champions League | Parc des Princes8PM BST/3PM EST I'm not sure I've ever been less enthusiastic about a...
SBNATION.COM Apr 8

Official: Milan to play Inter during Perth pre-season tour – what we know so far

By: Ben Dixon This summer, AC Milan will again head to Perth on their pre-season tour and they will face their biggest rivals, Inter. In recent...
SEMPRE MILAN Apr 8

Family’s tribute to ‘kind and funny’ former Tayside footballer who died in Australia

Friends, family and Celtic FC legends have paid tribute to Colin Kennedy, from Broughty Ferry, after his death aged 43.
THECOURIER.CO.UK Apr 8

Group C: Japan 5-2 Australia

Nonthaburi: Japan sealed top spot in Group C of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ with a 5-2 defeat of Australia at the Nonthaburi...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 8

Juan Mata gives update from hospital bed as Man United favourite begins recovery

Juan Mata has been plying his trade in Australia with Melbourne Victory, but the ex-Manchester United midfielder is now recovering from a nasty injury
MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS Apr 7

WATCH: What next for Ashley Maynard-Brewer as Dundee United keeper endures ‘nightmare’ set-back?

The Australian stopper suffered a dislocated shoulder at Ibrox.
THECOURIER.CO.UK Apr 7

Preview - Group C: Japan v Australia

Nonthaburi:  Australia head coach Alexander Epakis is thrilled at the prospect of facing Japan in their final AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 7

Halmarick determined to emulate Kerr

Pathum Thani: A year and a half ago, Australia's Skye Halmarick was nursing a broken foot.
THE-AFC.COM Apr 6

Epakis: Australia have more to offer

Pathum Thani: Despite Australia having secured back‑to‑back 5–0 victories at the AFC U‑20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™, head coach Alexander...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 6

Juventus to play Inter Milan as part of Australian tour – Dates revealed

The three big boys of Italian football, Juventus, Inter, and Milan, are all heading to Australia this summer. The… The post Juventus to play Inter...
JUVEFC.COM Apr 5

Group C: India 0-5 Australia

Pathum Thani: Australia moved within touching distance of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ quarter-finals following a 5-0 victory over...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 5

Milan, Inter, Juventus and Palermo to meet in Australia for pre-season friendlies

La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Inter, Juventus, Milan and Palermo will meet in Australia...
FOOTBALL ITALIA Apr 5

Preview – Group C: India v Australia

Pathum Thani: Following their impressive win against Chinese Taipei, Australia head coach Alex Epakis is confident his side will address their...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 4

Trimis' love for football comes naturally

Pathum Thani: Peta Trimis' natural affinity for football was evident in Australia's 5-0 win over Chinese Taipei in their AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 4

Burslem Globetrotters: Port Vale's travelling stars plot Chelsea shock

Australian manager Joe Brady and New Zealand striker Ben Waine have guided League One strugglers to quarter-finalsThe Port Vale manager, Jon Brady,...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 3

Epakis' Australia show their intent

Pathum Thani: Head coach Alex Epakis believes Australia's dominance in their opening AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Group C match sets a...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 3

Soccer-Australia, Japan women say AFC ignoring pay inequality concerns

Women's Asian Cup finalists Australia and Japan said on Thursday the Asian Football ⁠Confederation (AFC) had ignored an invitation to address...
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Apr 3

Sam Kerr set for Chelsea exit after reportedly signing with US club Denver Summit

Striker expected to return to NWSL and join ambitious new club Australian pours doubt on transfer with cryptic social media postMatildas captain...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 2

No more Matildas or Socceroos blockbuster matches if top teams won't make the trip | Jack Snape

The pressure is on Football Australia to sustain interest in the national sides but luring elite opposition to play friendlies at home is ‘bloody...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 2

Group C: Australia 5-0 Chinese Taipei

Pathum Thani: Australia proved too strong for Chinese Taipei as they romped to a 5-0 win in their opening AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 2

Sam Kerr IS leaving Chelsea! Prolific Australian striker set to complete dramatic transfer back to NWSL

Chelsea striker Sam Kerr is reportedly set to leave the WSL for NWSL expansion club Denver Summit FC at the end of this season.
GOAL.COM Apr 2

Japan, Australia unite to slam AFC prize money

Women's Asian Cup finalists Japan and Australia have united to hit out at the AFC for inequitable and stagnant prize money awarded for the...
ESPN Apr 2

‘Everything was a blur after I scored’: Ryan Williams after successful India debut

Ryan Williams, a 32-year-old who relinquished his Australian citizenship to represent India, expressed disbelief and delight after scoring the...
INDIATIMES.COM Apr 2

Matildas stars return to squad for friendlies as Joe Montemurro builds to 2027 World Cup

Sam Kerr and Caitlin Foord named as Mary Fowler rests after Asian CupAustralia to play 153rd-ranked Malawi followed by India or KenyaMatildas coach...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 2

The stats don't lie: Socceroos are locked in the toughest group of the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Australia will face Türkiye, Paraguay and the USA at the 2026 FIFA World Cup - and new data says it's the tightest group in the entire tournament.
SPORTINGNEWS.COM Apr 1

Iraq boss Graham Arnold heaps praise on players after World Cup feat

Australian Graham Arnold, head coach of Iraq, said on Wednesday that his ⁠team would give everything at this year's World Cup and relish the...
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Apr 1

Iraq coach: We will surprise the world at the World Cup

Graham Arnold, the Australian manager of the Iraqi national team, expressed his great delight after leading the Lions of Mesopotamia to...
GOAL.COM Apr 1

Foord named in FIFPRO XI from Asian Cup

Our Australia star receives accolade after helping Matildas reach final
ARSENAL.COM Apr 1

General Football forum • Re: World Cup 2026

Group A: Mexico, South Africa, South Korea, Czech RepublicGroup B: Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Qatar, SwitzerlandGroup C: Brazil, Morocco,...
NSNO Apr 1

2026 FIFA World Cup groups finalized

With the final six teams booking their tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday, the groups are now finalized. This year’s tournament will be...
SPORTSNET Apr 1

Preview - Group C: Australia v Chinese Taipei

Pathum Thani: Australia will not make the mistake of underestimating Chinese Taipei when the sides kick off their AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 1

Japan stun England; wins for Australia, IR Iran

Kuala Lumpur: Japan made history with their first ever win against England as Kaoru Mitoma sealed a 1-0 victory in Tuesday's international friendly...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 1

The Socceroos will be the talk of the nation when the World Cup starts. But once it's over, Aussies will stop caring about the sport. Here's why...

Fans in Australia adore the Matildas and Socceroos - but they've been given good reason to drop off the sport when there isn't a World Cup on.
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Apr 1

How Australia plans to use Irankunda & Co. to surprise Group D

If you want an insight on how Australia will play at the World Cup, Tuesday's 5-1 win over Curacao was telling.
ESPN Apr 1

World Cup qualifying roundup: Sweden, Turkey, Czechia clinch spots

Viktor Gyokeres has sent Sweden back to the World Cup. The Arsenal striker scored in the 88th minute to earn the Swedes a 3-2 win over Poland, five...
SPORTSNET Mar 31

The Socceroos get a VERY tough test as their first World Cup opponent is announced

Australia will face a stern test in their first match of the tournament after beating Curacao 5-1 in Melbourne on Tuesday night.
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Mar 31

The final six FIFA World Cup spots are being clinched. See who qualified

Who wants a World Cup spot the most? Tuesday will see the final six spots for the 2026 FIFA World Cup decided. Four games involve the European...
NBC LOS ANGELES Mar 31

Australia 5-1 Curacao: Irankunda brace rounds off five-star win

Nestory Irankunda scored twice off the bench as Australia turned on the style in the second half to get a 5-1 win over Curacao in the FIFA series....
SOCCERNEWS.COM Mar 31

Australia squad World Cup 2026: Which players will make it to the showpiece in USA, Mexico and Canada?

Everything you need to know about Australia's possible squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico
GOAL.COM Mar 31

Nestory Irankunda elevates Socceroos to grand farewell win over Curaçao

Australia defeat Curaçao 5-1 in final home match before World CupTrio of substitutes combine for three goals to dominate second halfTony Popovic...
THE GUARDIAN Mar 31

Japan's Saki Kumagai: ‘I try to pass the baton to the next generation'

The defender, a sole link between the past and present, is focused on nurturing young talent to help her country realise its 50-year...
THE GUARDIAN Mar 31

Australia v Curaçao: Fifa Series men's international football friendly – live

Updates from the Socceroos' home farewell at AAMI ParkKick-off in Melbourne is 8.10pm local/5.10am ASTAny thoughts? Email Jo KhanG'day, it's Jo...
THE GUARDIAN Mar 31

Australia FIFA World Cup 2026 kits: Home, away, release dates & prices

Australia FIFA World Cup 2026 kits revealed: see the new home and away designs, including the traditonal yellow and green home kit.
GOAL.COM Mar 30

The World Cup is football Christmas and every Socceroo wants their name on the nice list | Jack Snape

Australia's friendly against Curacao on Tuesday is the crucial audition for players to show Tony Popovic they deserve a ticket to the US ‘Twas the...
THE GUARDIAN Mar 30

Why your moon photos look so bad (and how to fix it): the best Australian photos of March - video

From tips to capture a perfect blood moon to a frantic run through Sydney airport in pursuit of the shot of the day, these are the stories behind...
THE GUARDIAN Mar 30

Australia vs Curacao - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's International Friendlies clash between Australia and Curacao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Mar 29

Curacao meet Socceroos in Fifa Series with more than World Cup hopes in common | John Duerden

The tiny Caribbean island nation has a familiar face in their ranks whose time with Australia in 2018 is proving crucial ahead of the...
THE GUARDIAN Mar 29

Cooney-Cross to miss rest of season for Arsenal

Australia's England-based Matildas have burst back to winning ways in the Women's Super League -- but European champions Arsenal will be without...
ESPN Mar 29

United States talisman Pulisic feeling the pressure in World Cup year

Christian Pulisic admits everyone in the United States’ camp is feeling the pressure ahead of a home World Cup, but the AC Milan forward would not...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Mar 28

Australia and USA coaches offer Middlesbrough encouragement over Riley McGree and Aidan Morris

Middlesbrough are hoping Riley McGree and Aidan Morris return in enough time to play against Millwall next Friday
GAZETTELIVE.CO.UK Mar 28

Wins for Australia, China PR, Indonesia and Uzbekistan

Kuala Lumpur: FIFA World Cup 2026-bound Australia and Uzbekistan recorded contrasting wins in their FIFA Series matches on Friday.
THE-AFC.COM Mar 28

Bos fires lacklustre Australia to late win over Cameroon in FIFA Series

Jordan Bos snatched a late winner as a lacklustre Australia edged Cameroon 1-0 for a confidence-boosting victory as they fine-tune preparations...
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Mar 27

Australia 1-0 Cameroon: Bos pounces to secure late victory

Jordan Bos struck a late winner for Australia to edge them to a 1-0 win over Cameroon in their match in the FIFA Series at Accor Stadium. Ajdin...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Mar 27

Jordan Bos strikes late to spare Socceroos' blushes in stodgy win over Cameroon

Australia ramp up World Cup preparations with 1-0 victoryAjdin Hrustić has penalty saved after dour first half in SydneyChildhood fans of the...
THE GUARDIAN Mar 27

‘Anything is possible': Kosovo one game away from World Cup fairytale

The minnows just need to win a playoff against Turkey at home to complete a qualification campaign that has become a rallying cry for national...
THE GUARDIAN Mar 27

Australia v Cameroon: Fifa Series international football friendly – live

Updates as the Socceroos begin their farewell tour at Accor StadiumKick-off time in Sydney is 8.10pm AEDTAny thoughts? Get in touch with an...
THE GUARDIAN Mar 27

Unleash Sam Kerr! Chelsea can't afford to bench star striker any longer after lighting up Asian Cup

Sam Kerr lit up the Asian Cup with Australia and Chelsea must tap into the striker's electric form to ensure a difficult season can end in success
GOAL.COM Mar 27

The Socceroo who had never even visited Australia... until now

Ante Suto had never set foot on Australian soil until this week -- but come Friday he could be a capped Socceroo and heading to the World Cup.
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Mar 26

CorSport: A derby down under – Australia expected to welcome Serie A preseason bonanza

By: Oliver Fisher AC Milan are once again expected to fly off to Australia for a friendly match in the summer, this time against an opponent much...
SEMPRE MILAN Mar 26

David Squires on … the Socceroos being a trailblazer for the prestigious Fifa Series

Our cartoonist steps into the mind of Gianni Infantino as Australia prepare to host the tantalising new global event Continue reading...
THE GUARDIAN Mar 26

Ange Postcoglou lifts lid on 'brutal' Nottingham Forest sack 18 MINUTES after match

Ange Postecoglou's time in charge at Nottingham Forest was short lived and the Australian was shown the door in a brutal manner - and then had to...
MIRROR Mar 26

Ange Postecoglou looking for summer return to management

Former Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou has spoken candidly about what he is looking for in his next managerial role following his departure from...
THE CELTIC STAR Mar 26

Popovic aiming for Australia reset

Sydney: Australia head coach Tony Popovic will look to use the Socceroos' hosting of this month's FIFA Series to re-establish a positive mood...
THE-AFC.COM Mar 26

The Matildas' coach wants the side to face the world's best – so why are they playing Malawi next? | Samantha Lewis

In the afterglow of the Asian Cup, Australia will begin preparations for the 2027 Women's World Cup with a friendly series alongside three...
THE GUARDIAN Mar 26

Australia vs Cameroon - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Friday's International Friendlies clash between Australia and Cameroon, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Mar 25

Ange Postecoglou reveals brutal nature of Nottingham Forest sacking

Former Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou has revealed the brutal nature of his sacking from Nottingham Forest earlier this season. The Australian...
THE CELTIC STAR Mar 25

USMNT: What to expect from UEFA Pathway C?

As co-hosts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the US men's national team earned automatic qualification to this summer's tournament, placing in Group D...
MLSSOCCER Mar 25

Ante Suto on his rapid Hibs rise as Australia call up sparks World Cup dream

The striker is part of Australia's squad for the first time for the friendlies against Cameroon and Curacao.
DAILY RECORD Mar 25

Hibs striker Ante Suto gets “goosebumps” thinking about potential World Cup call-up

Hibs striker Ante Suto gets “goosebumps” thinking about his potential World Cup call-up with Australia.  Suto who has scored three times in his...
THE EDINBURGH REPORTER Mar 25

#WAC2026 - Vote For Your Favourite Knockout Stage Goal Presented by Visa

Sydney: The AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ knockout stage delivered football at its most dramatic, where moments of brilliance defined...
THE-AFC.COM Mar 25

Arsenal v Chelsea: Women's Champions League quarter-final, first leg – live

⚽️ WCL updates from the 8pm GMT kick-off in London⚽️ Live scores | The latest Moving the Goalposts | Mail LukeArsenal Women won the big prize last...
THE GUARDIAN Mar 24

Cammy Devlin on being a pain in the a**e at Hearts and why he needed some stern words

Australia midfielder is fit and raring to go
EDINBURGHNEWS.SCOTSMAN.COM Mar 24
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