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SportAustralian Associated PressALM clubs bid to build on WC success
Buoyed by the Socceroos' displays in Qatar, A-League Men clubs want to capitalise on the national team's success by resuming the season with a bang.All eight of the Socceroos ALM-based players are due back with their clubs this week ahead of the resumption of the competition, which was paused while Australia remained involved in the World Cup.
SportYahoo Sport AustraliaCristiano Ronaldo ripped by Portugal coach over ugly act at World Cup
The Portugal captain's outburst has come under fire from his coach ahead of the nation's crunch World Cup clash. Details here.
SportAustralian Associated PressKisnorbo delights in coaching landmark
As the Socceroos captured Australia's imagination with their golden run in Qatar, some 5,000km away, in a medieval city in France, Patrick Kisnorbo was quietly blazing his own brilliant trail.The former Melbourne City coach and ex-Socceroos defender has taken the helm of ES Troyes AC, a Ligue 1 club a couple of hours drive south-east of Paris.
SportYahoo Sport AustraliaWorld Cup rocked by 'devastating' scenes after 'awful' Japan drama
Japan's World Cup run has come to an end in 'horrific' fashion. Read more here.
SportAustralian Associated PressSaudi Arabia set to host 2027 Asian Cup
Saudi Arabia is set to host the 2027 Asian Cup after India withdrew its bid.The Asian Football Confederation said in a statement on Monday the All Indian Football Federation had withdrawn from the host selection process.
SportAustralian Associated PressConcern over ALW kick-offs as heat hits
A-League Women bosses have been urged by coaches to consider pushing back the competition's afternoon kick-offs after oppressive heat marred multiple games.Melbourne City's clash with Brisbane Roar on Saturday started at 3pm and Melbourne Victory played Wellington on Sunday at 4pm, with temperatures exceeding 30 degrees on both sunny days.
SportYahoo Sport AustraliaTim Cahill savaged after walking out on interview over Qatar question
The Socceroos icon has come under fire after dodging a question around the World Cup controversy. More here.
SportAustralian Associated PressSocceroos set to return in A-League Men
Australian-based Socceroos are set to quickly shrug off the disappointment of their World Cup exit and immediately return to A-League Men action.Eight ALM players were a part of the Socceroos' squad in Qatar: Melbourne City trio Mathew Leckie, Jamie Maclaren and Marco Tilio, Adelaide star Craig Goodwin, Central Coast's Garang Kuol, Jason Cummings and Danny Vukovic and Sydney FC goalkeeper Andrew Redmayne.
SportYahoo Sport AustraliaArsene Wenger sparks backlash after 'disgraceful' World Cup comments
Arsene Wenger has suggested political demonstrations have affected team performance at the World Cup, a proposition that was met with ridicule. Read more here.
SportYahoo Sport AustraliaAziz Behich lifts the lid on altercation with Lionel Messi at World Cup
The Socceroos defender has revealed details about his fiery run-in with Argentina superstar, Lionel Messi. More here.
SportYahoo Sport AustraliaRaheem Sterling rushes home from World Cup amid 'horrible situation'
The football world is rallying around the England star amid the terrifying family ordeal. Details here.
SportYahoo Sport AustraliaAFL savaged over 'pathetic' act during Socceroos game at World Cup
Another chapter in the AFL's feud with football was written on Sunday morning, and Socceroos fans were left less than impressed. Read more here.
SportYahoo Sport AustraliaGraham Arnold's brutal admission after Mat Ryan blunder at World Cup
The Socceroos coach's words will be another dagger to the heart of the Aussie goalkeeper. More here.
SportYahoo Sport AustraliaSocceroos fans condemned over grubby act after loss at World Cup
There were unsavoury scenes in Fed Square after the Socceroos' loss to Argentina at the World Cup. Read more here.
SportYahoo Sport AustraliaEngland and France set up epic World Cup first in 'clinical' scenes
The fierce rivals have romped into the World Cup quarter-finals to set up a mouthwatering piece of history. More here.
SportYahoo Sport AustraliaLionel Messi's stunning confession as Socceroos photos cause a stir
A number of Socceroos players posed for photos with Lionel Messi at the FIFA World Cup. Read more here.
SportAustralian Associated PressAsian teams shocking the world in Qatar
Unfancied and under the radar, Asian Confederation soccer nations are enjoying unprecedented World Cup success.South Korea's blockbuster injury-time goal against Portugal meant they joined fellow Asian Football Confederation (AFC) members Japan and Australia in the last 16, the first time three Asian teams had progressed from the group stage.
SportAustralian Associated PressArnold's future unresolved for a month
Graham Arnold's tenure as Socceroos coach will be unresolved for at least a month as Football Australia review the World Cup campaign.Arnold's contract ended when the Socceroos were knocked out in Qatar with a 2-1 loss to Argentina in a round of 16 clash.
SportAustralian Associated PressSocceroos wish for grassroots growth
Amid their on-field battles at the World Cup, the Socceroos were on another crusade.And the players believe their quest to win the hearts and minds of Australians, particularly children, was as important as their exploits on the pitch in Qatar.
SportAustralian Associated PressLate stunner seals ALW win for Western Utd
Western United have scored two goals in injury time to snatch all three points against Adelaide United in a thrilling 2-1 A-League Women's victory.The Reds took the lead just after halftime before the visitors stole the win with goals in the 91st and 97th minute.
SportAustralian Associated PressVictory beat Phoenix, off the mark in ALW
Coach Jeff Hopkins could feel the pressure lift off his charges after Melbourne Victory finally got their A-League Women title defence off the mark with a 1-0 win over Wellington Phoenix.Melina Ayres' header just before half-time in stiflingly hot conditions at Epping Stadium proved the difference and ended Victory's run of more than 225 minutes without a goal.
SportYahoo Sport AustraliaMat Ryan's teammate blasted for savage troll after World Cup 'nightmare'
Mat Ryan has hit back at his club teammate over a brutal troll after Australia's World Cup exit. Find out more here.
SportYahoo Sport AustraliaSocceroos fans spark 'ugly' scenes at iconic Fed Square: 'Madness'
Police have called a number of visitors at Fed Square after some ugly scenes during the Socceroos match. Find out more here.
SportAustralian Associated PressSocceroos boss appeals for government help
Graham Arnold is appealing for government funding and a revamp of Australian football's landscape as he contemplates his future as Socceroos coach.Arnold's contract expired when his Socceroos ended their World Cup campaign with a 2-1 loss to heavyweights Argentina in a knockout bout in Qatar.
