Live: Mariners v Western Sydney Wanderers

Ashley Gray 8:43pm Live coverage of the clash between Central Coast Mariners and the Western Sydney Wanderers.

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'Rejuvenation' of Socceroos a priority: Lowy

SEBASTIAN HASSETT 2:41pm The decision to sack Holger Osieck this morning was made to ensure a "rejuvenation" of the national team before next year's World Cup, according to Frank Lowy.

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Arnold willing to take over Socceroos job

SEBASTIAN HASSETT 2:49pm One of the leading candidates for the vacant Socceroos' coaching position, Graham Arnold, has confirmed he is prepared to take over as coach.

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Neill 'big part of the problem' says Bosnich

2:34pm The future of Socceroos captain Lucas Neill is set to be put under the microscope after the sacking of Holger Osieck as coach.

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Live A-League coverage: Central Coast Mariners v Western Sydney Wanderers

Ashley Gray 8:43pm Live coverage of the clash between Central Coast Mariners and the Western Sydney Wanderers.

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Socceroos captain Lucas Neill 'big part of the problem' says Mark Bosnich

2:34pm The future of Socceroos captain Lucas Neill is set to be put under the microscope after the sacking of Holger Osieck as coach, with former Australian goalkeeper Mark Bosnich calling for the veteran defender to step aside.

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Graham Arnold willing to coach Socceroos

Steve Larkin 2:30pm Graham Arnold says he'd love to coach the Socceroos after the sacking of Holger Osieck in the wake of Australia's 6-0 loss to France in Paris.

Germany, Belgium and Switzerland qualify for 2014 Brazil World Cup

2:13pm Germany, Belgium and Switzerland qualified for soccer's 2014 World Cup while Spain, England and Russia also won on Friday to keep their fate in their own hands heading into the European zone's final round of group games.

England one win away from World Cup berth after 4-1 victory over Montenegro

2:14pm Tottenham Hotspur's Andros Townsend crowned his international debut with a fine goal as England beat Montenegro 4-1 on Friday to close in on a place at next year's World Cup.

Graham Arnold willing to take over Socceroos coaching job

SEBASTIAN HASSETT 2:49pm One of the leading candidates for the vacant Socceroos' coaching position, Graham Arnold, has confirmed he is prepared to take over as coach and save Australia's World Cup dream.

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Frank Lowy: 'Rejuvenation' of Socceroos the reason for firing Holger Osieck

SEBASTIAN HASSETT 2:41pm The decision to sack Holger Osieck as Socceroos coach this morning [AET] was made to ensure a "rejuvenation" of the national team before next year's World Cup, according to FFA chairman Frank Lowy.

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Socceroos coach Holger Osieck sacked after Friday night Bleus

SEBASTIAN HASSETT 6:00pm The most embarrassing pair of results in Socceroos' history has ended the reign of coach Holger Osieck, who was dramatically sacked this morning.

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Socceroos thrashed 6-0 by France in international friendly nightmare

11:13am The nightmare worsened for the Socceroos and Holger Osieck after France inflicted a second straight embarrassing 6-0 thrashing in Paris on Friday.

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Germany into World Cup finals, England win

Steve Douglas 11:26am Germany, Belgium and Switzerland have reached soccer's World Cup while Spain, England and Russia are one step closer after winning qualifiers.

Australia becoming the joke of the soccer world

MICHAEL LYNCH 11:16am The anger and disappointment has gone, to be replaced now by simple disdain, contempt and a measure of pity.

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Move in Italy against racism rules

6:05am Italian football fans have had a minor victory in their bid to ease anti-racism rules that prevent banter between regional rivals.

Socceroos coach Osieck sacked

Liam FitzGibbon 12:05pm Socceroos coach Holger Osieck been sacked following the 6-0 loss to France, the second disastrous result for Australia in a month.

Phoenix look for midfield control

Cathy Walshe 4:40am Ernie Merrick says his makeshift Wellington Phoenix will need to close Brisbane Roar down in the midfield to win Sunday's A-League opener.

CC Mariners v WS Wanderers: The Lowdown

SEBASTIAN HASSETT Match details Saturday 5:30pm, Bluetongue Stadium. Television: Fox Sports 1 (live)

Grinners are winners: Flores free to express himself at Mariners

DOMINIC BOSSI Marcos Flores has no shortage of ambition. But when he talks about goals, milestones and objectives, he doesn't talk about titles, wealth or for that matter, anything tangible. He speaks openly, candidly and unashamed of his burning desire for the season, and while it might seem simple to others, it means everything for him. ''I need to smile,'' Flores said. ''That's how I have to play football. If you check the videos, I cannot hide myself.''

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Marked men: Popovic braces for open season on Wanderers

SEBASTIAN HASSETT The Wanderers were the benchmark in an amazing debut season. This year they're setting the bar higher, writes Sebastian Hassett.

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Kewell anxious to prove he still has the power and the passion

MICHAEL LYNCH He was the child prodigy who grew into the teenage sensation.

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Kewell sets Heart racing

Michael Lynch The veteran champion is determined to prove his doubters wrong this season.

Aloisi eager to put tough edge to test

MICHAEL LYNCH Melbourne Heart boss John Aloisi would like to win in style when his side takes on Melbourne Victory.

Del Piero shows again he's a snip at $2m a year

SEBASTIAN HASSETT A NEW A-League season brings all kind of fresh hope for every team, but some things stay the same. Thankfully, at least for Sydney FC, Alessandro Del Piero is one of them.

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Live: Socceroos v France 2013: International football friendly

Alex Rowe 10:24am Alex Rowe reports live as the Socceroos take on Les Bleus in Paris.

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Frank Farina pleased with Sydney FC's winning start

DOMINIC BOSSI 11:55pm Sydney FC coach Frank Farina hit back at criticism directed towards his team during preseason following their 2-0 win over Newcastle Jets in their opening game of the season.

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Sydney FC beat Newcastle Jets in 2013 A-League opener

DOMINIC BOSSI It was a game tailored for excuses in the post-match press conference: injuries, a new-look squad and another year of rebuilding for Sydney FC, but in the end, the Sky Blues put forward their case that three years of mediocrity may finally be over after opening their A-League account with an comfortable 2-0 win over Newcastle Jets.

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Del Piero stars in Sydney win

Adrian Warren 11:04pm Italian superstar Alessandro Del Piero has scored once and made the other goal for Joel Chianese in Sydney's 2-0 A-League home win over Newcastle.

Perth Glory's Scott Jamieson an A-League boost

Brad Elborough 8:09pm The re-signing of Scott Jamieson is more than an on-field boost for Perth Glory heading into their A-League season opener against Adelaide.