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Ross McCormack's career still on life support

The former Championship top scorer went Down Under to rejuvenate his career, but it appears the spark he once had still hasn't returned

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Where to next for Tony Popovic?

The Australian coach is facing imminent demise in Turkey but there is likely to be no shortage of options for him going forward

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Australia World Cup 2018: Everything you need to know

The comprehensive guide for an Australian fan keen to watch the Socceroos at World Cup 2018 in Russia

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Kevin Muscat is finished at Melbourne Victory

It's time for the Victory legend to move on - a decision that is not only best for the club, but also for himself

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A-League tickets much more expensive than BBL

A look into ticket prices for Australia's main domestic summer sports reveals the cricket is a much cheaper option

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RBB accuse FFA of banning tifo ahead of Sydney derby

According to the group's Twitter account, a tifo has been barred from the derby by the game's governing body

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Tim Cahill has been a failure for the A-League

There were hopes the introduction of the Socceroos legend to the league would help it take off, but in reality there has been little impact

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Ancelotti rules himself out of Socceroos job

The recently-fired Italian tactician was seen as a possible option to lead the green-and-gold to Russia

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Klinsmann, Muslin emerge as Australian coach contenders

The two European coaches are believed to be the top contenders to coach the green-and-gold in Russia

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Postecoglou let me down - Sainsbury

The green-and-gold central defender felt hurt by the departure of a coach he says is one of the most positive and passionate he has ever had

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Sainsbury: I want Aussie to coach us in Russia

The defender hopes a local candidate is in charge for the green-and-gold's trip to the World Cup and beyond

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How to get Socceroos World Cup tickets

The green-and-gold have booked their spot at next year's big dance in Russia, but how can you get a seat at the table?

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The beast is back: Adidas' iconic Predator boot returns

It's been gone for two years, but now it's back...

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Postecoglou quits as Socceroos coach

After weeks of speculation, the Australian manager has resigned leaving the team needing a new coach ahead of Russia 2018

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A-League Rev-Up: Sydney derby with WSW's 'fantastic fans'

The Sydney derby headlines a jam-packed A-League round which also features a blockbuster on Friday night and a coach under significant pressure

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Ange finally speaks about Socceroos future

The Australian coach failed to confirm whether he would leave the job following next month's intercontinental World Cup playoff for a spot in Russia

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Shanghai: Ange is not good enough

The Chinese club have dismissed any link to the Australian, while also criticising his coaching ability

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A-League best and worst: Budzinski makes a fool of us

There has been plenty of egg on face after Melbourne City's Polish marquee has impressed in his early performances.

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Cahill, Rogic may start for Australia v Syria

Tim Cahill and Tom Rogic could start for Australia in their World Cup play-off second leg against Syria.

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A-League best and worst: Bad sport Muscat

Saturday night's Big Blue was disappointing for many reasons while Ernie Merrick's Jets started the season on fire with a massive derby victory

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Socceroos player ratings vs. Syria - Mooy shines

It was another let down of a night for the Socceroos as they fell short of a result that would have put the tie out of reach for Syria

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A-League season preview: Melbourne Victory

Can Victory put aside last season's pain to launch another assault on the championship?

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Goal A-League 20: No.2 - Diego Castro

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What you need to know about Syria's fairytale

The Socceroos must not take Syria lightly otherwise their road to Russia may become a lot more complicated

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Goal A-League 20: No.3 - Besart Berisha

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A-League season preview: Brisbane Roar

Despite several key departures, can the Roar achieve success with the oldest squad in the competition?

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Bobo: Sydney FC are stronger than last season

The Brazilian attacker says the Sky Blues aren't lacking any motivation heading into the new season

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Goal A-League 20: No.4 - Mark Milligan

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A-League season preview: Melbourne City

City will be keen to taste league success after winning the FFA Cup last season - the club's first ever trophy

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A-League season preview: Perth Glory

Have the Western Australians recruited strong enough to make the jump from perennial mid-table team to title challenger?

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Aussies keen to impress at Minifootball World Cup

The Aussies will be making their debut at the 24 team, six-a-side tournament in Northern Africa later this week

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Goal A-League 20: No.6 - James Troisi

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Goal A-League 20: No.7 - Bruno Fornaroli

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A-League season preview: Wellington

Under a new foreign manager, the Kiwi-based club will be hoping to avoid a third consecutive campaign without finals football

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How Australia can beat Syria with a back four

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FIFA 18: Top 10 A-League players

Goal reveals the highest rated players in the Australian domestic competition ahead of the release of the highly-anticipated game this month

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A-League preview: Central Coast

The Gosford-based side lost more matches than any other A-League club last season, but has cause for optimism after a squad overhaul

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A-League preview: Adelaide United

The Reds will be keen to bounce back after a disastrous A-League title defence under the now-departed Guillermo Amor

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FIFA 18 gameplay: Five key features

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Goal A-League 20: No.10 - Andy Keogh

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Betting: Saints can stop Mou's Man Utd

The solid Saints will pose a stern test for a rampaging United in a game the Red Devils would have likely dropped points in last season

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Goal A-League 20: No.13 - Kosta Barbarouses

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Jedinak in doubt for Socceroos playoff

The national team skipper is in doubt for the upcoming playoff after missing selection for his club side in their last two squads

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Goal A-League 20: No.14 - Isaias Sanchez

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Goal A-League 20: No.15 - Luke DeVere

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Melb City sign Polish marquee

The 27-year-old with significant Polish top-flight experience joins Warren Joyce's side on a two-year deal

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Neville: Tim Cahill had Man Utd drive

The Australian's former teammate is a big fan and believes he had the character to make it at Old Trafford

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Newcastle Jets sign Venezuelan international

The striker is set to jet into Australia on Sunday to undergo a medical before signing with the Hunter Valley club

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Holloway: Luongo is Championship's best

The Socceroo has earned significant plaudits from his manager after a blistering start to the season

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Goal A-League 20: No.18 - Michael Zullo

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Goal A-League 20: No.19 - Brandon O'Neill

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Rogic's Celtic set to face PSG in CL

The Hoops will have their first crucial test in Europe's premier club competition, with the Socceroo playmaker expected to play a significant role

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Goal A-League 20: No.20 - Matt McKay

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Leckie scores, Kruse snatches winner

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Tommy Oar's CL dream crushed

After being a part of the Cypriot team's run to Europe's premier club competition, the winger has been excluded from their squad

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Exclusive: Gallop met with Arnold about Socceroos job

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ANZ Stadium to host Socceroos vs. Syria WC playoff

Sydney's premier venue will host the Socceroos' home leg of their playoff against the war-ravaged Middle East nation for a spot in Russia

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Australia's WC playoff path explained

After failing to secure an automatic spot in Russia, the Socceroos must now negotiate two cut-throat playoffs to earn qualification

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Socceroos player ratings vs. Thailand

How the Socceroos players performed in the victory against the Thais

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Milligan: Australia will qualify for the World Cup

The stand-in skipper believes it's only a matter of time until the Socceroos book a spot in Russia despite a complicated scenario

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How the Socceroos can qualify for the World Cup

Ange Postecoglou's men have had automatic qualification taken out of their hands and must rely on a favour from the Blue Samurai

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Japan to play experimental team vs. Saudis

The World Cup-bound Blue Samurai have hinted at resting players against the Saudis, further muddying the Socceroos' qualifying path

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Socceroos' back three can deliver result against Japan

The Australian coach's new formation has been widely criticised but there were positive signs during their last match at the Confederations Cup

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Australia's WC hopes boosted by Saudi loss

The surprise victory by the Emratis means Ange Postecoglou's men can qualify for Russia with a win over the Blue Samurai on Thursday

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Milligan's personal heartbreak at missing England move

The Australian enforcer explains his devastation at being denied a dream move because of the national team's performances

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Neville: Bigger clubs will try to buy Mooy

The Australian playmaker has made quite the impression after his first three top-flight games for the Terriers

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Fornaroli unveils City signing Carrusca

The Uruguayan star appears to have jumped the gun by revealing the signing of the former Adelaide United playmaker on social media

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Ref quits Chinese match to catch flight

The official abandoned the game early, worried he would be late for a flight at a nearby airport

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Juve flop apologises for gun threats

The ex-Bianconeri player has said sorry for a threatening social media post in which he posed with a toy firearm

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Poch: Spurs better than negative Chelsea

The Spurs manager believes his side showed attacking intent and were unlucky to lose to a clinical performance from Antonio Conte's men

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WATCH: Ibra releases 'Zlatan Legends' game

The unattached striker has kept busy during his injury layoff by helping to develop a video game that heavily features himself

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Celtic inspired by Conor McGregor to big UCL win

The Bhoys only had to look to the stands to see MMA fighter's famous quote before they all-but sealed a UCL group stage spot

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Bolt set to make Manchester United debut

The sprint king will pull on a Red Devils shirt for the first time in a charity match against Barcelona if he overcomes injury.

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