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Beckham ready to make more waves
Ten years ago this week, David Beckham rocked the soccer establishment when he turned his back on Real Madrid, the world's most glamorous soccer club, and signed with Los Angeles Galaxy.
Why Australia should consider going back to Oceania
FIFA's landmark decision to expand the World Cup to 48 teams finally gives Oceania - the game's orphan child - direct entry. That one spot has taken 51 years.
Ronaldo wins FIFA player of the year award
Cristiano Ronaldo won FIFA's player of the year award, beating off his old rival Lionel Messi who was pulled out of the ceremony only a few hours earlier by his club Barcelona.
Rojas commits to Victory's title push, but still eyes Europe
Melbourne Victory winger Marco Rojas has ruled a move from the A-League club in the mid-season transfer window despite his red-hot form.
FIFA Council unanimously approves 48-team World Cup from 2026
The FIFA Council has unanimously backed plans by President Gianni Infantino to expand the World Cup to 48 teams from 32 starting in 2026, the global football body said on Tuesday.
Sydney FC play waiting game on new signing but O'Neill ready to fill void
Sydney FC remain cautiously optimistic of adding an experienced defender to their ranks before Saturday night's A-League duel with Western Sydney.
Wigan draw Manchester United in FA Cup fourth round
FA Cup holders Manchester United will face Championship side Wigan Athletic at Old Trafford in the FA Cup fourth round after the draw was held on Tuesday morning.
Messi statue vandalised on bad day for Barca star
Buenos Aires A monument to Lionel Messi in the Argentine capital has lost its head - in fact, its entire torso - in an apparent act of vandalism, Buenos Aires city officials told dpa Monday.
Mourinho happy for Ferguson to travel on team coach
Jose Mourinho's determination to ensure Alex Ferguson's presence is still felt around Manchester United has been laid bare, with fresh details emerging about the extent to which he has gone to involve the club's former manager.
Michelle Heyman a story about self-confidence and inspiration
Michelle Heyman doesn't try to cover up who she is because she has always been so comfortable in her own skin.
Excitement building at Wanderers ahead of Sydney derby
Excitement is building within the Western Sydney Wanderers camp ahead of this week's A-League clash with Sydney FC.
Messi scores a last-gasp screamer against Villarreal
Barcelona's Lionel Messi has scored an early contender for goal of the year.
Liverpool held by fourth-tier team at Anfield
Fourth-tier Plymouth Argyle shut up shop and kept the door firmly closed to earn a 0-0 draw away to Liverpool's youngest ever starting XI in their FA Cup third round tie at Anfield while Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur both won.
Sydney FC target emergency European recruit to avoid defensive crisis
Sydney FC will be looking to fast-track a European central defender into their squad this week in the wake of a looming defensive crisis as a result of a costly win over Central Coast Mariners.
James Troisi the standout as Victory power on
For James Troisi to function at his most effective, he has to play with a smile on his face.
Serious injury to Ryall plunges Sydney FC into defensive crisis
A freak injury to Seb Ryall just two minutes into Sydney FC's clash with the Mariners has reduced their defence to bare bones ahead of next week's derby against the Wanderers.
Sydney slip up as City snatch point
W-League leaders Sydney FC have drawn for the first time this season, held 1-1 by Melbourne City at Allianz Stadium on Sunday.
Football failing to take advantage of the African revolution
What's happened to the African revolution? Two decades after the first tide of African migration lapped our shores, we were expecting, and hoping, to see the fruits by now.
Rooney equals record as EPL sides shocked in FA Cup
Wayne Rooney stands one goal away from becoming Manchester United's outright record goal-scorer after equalling club great Sir Bobby Charlton's mark of 249 against Reading in the FA Cup.
Troisi brilliance has Victory within four of Sydney
If Melbourne Victory are smart, they will have already made James Troisi the sort of offer he can't refuse to persuade him to stay for a second consecutive A-League season.
Brown makes airport dash as Jets seal win
Wayne Brown might have missed the end of Newcastle's thrilling 3-2 A-League victory over Brisbane Roar but it's unlikely the English midfielder will mind too much.
Jets stun Roar with comeback cracker
A late strike from Morten Nordstrand has sealed the Newcastle Jets a 3-2 upset A-League victory over Brisbane Roar.
Record crowd beckons for derby double
A record crowd is set to descend on the Moore Park sporting precinct next weekend for two Sydney derbies.
A-League derby a season-defining match for Wanderers
After slumping to another defeat, Western Sydney Wanderers are putting all their hopes on a comeback this season on Saturday night's A-League derby.
The youngster Sydney FC want to replace Matt Jurman
The day Sydney FC saw defensive stalwart Matt Jurman head for the departure lounge at the international airport, they welcomed back a man long regarded as the future of their backline.
Socceroos' defender seals transfer to English Championship club
Australian international defender Bailey Wright has left Preston North End for English Championship rivals Bristol City, signing a two-and-a-half year deal with The Robins.
Choices abound for City Football Group as Valkanis tries to make his case
Its been a whirlwind half year for Michael Valkanis.
City demolish woeful West Ham in FA Cup
Manchester City have crushed West Ham United 5-0 to give manager Pep Guardiola the perfect introduction to the FA Cup as they cruised into the fourth round with a thumping victory at the London Stadium.
'Overwhelming support': World Cup overhaul imminent
FIFA is set to ignore the old adage about not messing with a winning formula by approving president Gianni Infantino's plans to expand the World Cup.