Those boots ain’t made for skolling
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Those boots ain’t made for skolling

The shoey has become as much of an Australian cultural export as Bluey,but that’s no source of national pride.

  • byCameron Atfield

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How a rare chat with Ange turned Broxham into a legend

How a rare chat with Ange turned Broxham into a legend

Melbourne Victory legend Leigh Broxham is preparing for what will likely be his last game at AAMI Park on Sunday,as he recalled how now Tottenham Hotspur boss Ange Postecoglou changed his career.

  • byRoy Ward
From Socceroos and Pele to a drug den. Now this stadium has been reborn

From Socceroos and Pele to a drug den. Now this stadium has been reborn

The condemned grandstand at the old St George Stadium,or Barton Park,was a magnet for anti-social behaviour. But a new redevelopment has ensured a broken piece of Sydney’s proud sporting history has been restored.

  • byVince Rugari
The battle of Melbourne:Victory advance as Izzo breaks City hearts

The battle of Melbourne:Victory advance as Izzo breaks City hearts

Melbourne Victory rode four penalty saves from keeper Paul Izzo and some timely substitutes from coach Tony Popovic to win a thrilling A-League Men’s elimination final over Melbourne City on Sunday night.

  • byRoy Ward
‘I did want to go’:Teen sensation on Olyroos snub after Olympic qualifiers disaster

‘I did want to go’:Teen sensation on Olyroos snub after Olympic qualifiers disaster

Nestory Irankunda has addressed his exclusion from Australia’s squad for this month’s Paris 2024 qualifiers,saying he would have liked the call-up.

  • byMarnie Vinall
The $3000-a-head dinner that could change everything for Socceroos

The $3000-a-head dinner that could change everything for Socceroos

Cristian Volpato,the A-League reject now playing in one of Europe’s top leagues,will be the hot topic when Graham Arnold and Italian icon Francesco Totti break bread.

  • byVince Rugari
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Going up? The Aussies on cusp of cracking the big leagues
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Going up? The Aussies on cusp of cracking the big leagues

As the European season reaches its conclusion,a number of Socceroos are vying for a spot in the top tiers of England,Italy,Germany,Spain and France.

  • byVince Rugari
Why two ‘dead rubbers’ in June could shape Socceroos’ 2026 World Cup hopes

Why two ‘dead rubbers’ in June could shape Socceroos’ 2026 World Cup hopes

Australia has reached the next round of qualifying with two games to spare – but with precious FIFA ranking points on offer,that is not to say they are meaningless fixtures.

  • byVince Rugari
As it happened:Goodwin leads Socceroos to 5-0 victory against Lebanon and into final round World Cup qualifiers

As it happened:Goodwin leads Socceroos to 5-0 victory against Lebanon and into final round World Cup qualifiers

Follow along for all the live action for the Socceroos’ World Cup qualifier against Lebanon in Canberra. A win will see the Aussie’s go through to the third round.

  • byMarnie Vinall
Craig Goodwin stars in very good win for Socceroos in Canberra
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Craig Goodwin stars in very good win for Socceroos in Canberra

The South Australian scored two goals,and would have four assists if his teammates – Harry Souttar in particular – converted more of his exquisite left-footed crosses.

  • byVince Rugari
‘I’m a confident kid’:Socceroos newcomer backs himself as the next Tim Cahill

‘I’m a confident kid’:Socceroos newcomer backs himself as the next Tim Cahill

Ever since Tim Cahill’s retirement in 2018,Australia have been searching for a dependable replacement up front.

  • byVince Rugari