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Australia defender Rhys Williams will not play for Perth Glory again but will remain in the A-League as the relationship between the player and club sours to...

One of the longest careers in football has been extended after 49-year-old striker Kazuyoshi Miura renewed his contract with second-division J-League club...

Perth Glory officials have confirmed that Australia international Josh Risdon will not remain with the club beyond this season, having declined a contract...

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Wednesday, January 11, 2017 - 07:32

Manchester United v Hull City

EFL Cup: Manchester United v Hull City

Wednesday, January 11, 2017 - 09:56

48-team tournament explained

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed the football governing body'...

Wednesday, January 11, 2017 - 07:35

Sochaux v Monaco

France League Cup: Sochaux v Monaco

Wednesday, January 11, 2017 - 07:32

Nantes v Nancy

France League Cup: Nantes v Nancy

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 13:15

The Best FIFA Football Awards 2016 - Full...

Watch the entire awards ceremony as FIFA names the best footballers and coaches...

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 11:30

Theo Zidane's incredible trick

Theo Zidane, son of Real Madrid legend Zinedine, produced an incredible piece...

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 20:50

Ronaldo hailed as deserving winner

Ronaldo's team mates, rivals and ex-professionals all agree that he...

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 20:44

Zidane hailed by Madrid legends

Zinedine Zidane has been praised by Roberto Carlos, Michel Salgado and Clarence...

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 08:00

Mohd Faiz Subri's Puskas Award-winning...

Penang midfielder Mohd Faiz Subri's incredible knuckleball free kick has...

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 06:33

Ronaldo wins FIFA Best Male Player

Cristiano Ronaldo has won the FIFA Best Male Player of 2016 award, beating...

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 06:38

Ranieri wins FIFA Best Men's Coach

Claudio Ranieri has been awarded FIFA Best Men's Coach after defying all...

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 09:15

Cambridge United v Leeds United

FA Cup: Cambridge United v Leeds United

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 06:35

Sweden v Ivory Coast

International - Friendlies: Sweden v Ivory Coast

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 09:03

Osasuna v Valencia

La Liga: Osasuna v Valencia

Monday, January 9, 2017 - 23:40

The World Game - 9 January

Join us for a wrap of the best A-League, La Liga and Serie A action, plus news...

Monday, January 9, 2017 - 06:53

Chelsea v Peterborough United

FA Cup: Chelsea v Peterborough United

Monday, January 9, 2017 - 06:59

Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa

FA Cup: Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa

Monday, January 9, 2017 - 07:15

Liverpool v Plymouth Argyle

FA Cup: Liverpool v Plymouth Argyle

Monday, January 9, 2017 - 09:02

Villarreal v Barcelona

La Liga: Villarreal v Barcelona

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Editor's Choice

Our pick of the best football news and features from home and overseas.

7 Jan 2017 - 5:48pm

How to watch the LIVE football on SBS this week

The live football continues on SBS this week, with Tottenham Hotspur in Premier League action while Melbourne Victory play host to Brisbane Roar in an A-League...

By Craig Foster

World Cup must be reviewed, but expansion can be positive

FIFA's decision to expand the World Cup to 48 teams was met with criticism, but Australians should avoid hypocrisy when joining in as expansion has been in our...

11 Jan 2017 - 5:06pm

Geria set for Victory stay

Despite reports linking him with a move to Europe, fullback Jason Geria has decided to extend his time with Melbourne Victory, signing for another three seasons...

11 Jan 2017 - 4:11pm

FFA: World Cup expansion highlights global growth of football

FIFA's expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams from 2026 has been welcomed by David Gallop and Football Federation Australia.

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11 Jan 2017 - 10:27pm

Puel dismisses 'boring' Saints claims

As Southampton prepare to face Liverpool in the EFL Cup, boss Claude Puel has asserted that his side are not boring to watch.

11 Jan 2017 - 9:17am

Maracana's future threatened by looting

Football officials in Rio de Janeiro have called on police to take urgent action to prevent "the destruction of the Maracana", with valuables looted from the...

11 Jan 2017 - 11:16am

NZ Football welcomes expanded World Cup

NZ Football chief executive Andy Martin says an expanded 48-team World Cup would enhance New Zealand's prospects of qualifying.

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Premier League

The latest from the Premier League, including news, fixtures, results, tables and much more.

9 Jan 2017 - 10:56pm

Premier League on SBS: LIVE, FREE and in HD - FAQs

All the information about SBS's coverage of the Premier League, which commences with the 2016-2017 campaign.

9 Jan 2017 - 9:52pm

Chelsea v Arsenal headlines upcoming Premier League on SBS

The Premier League continues on SBS, headlined by another blockbuster between London rivals Chelsea and Arsenal on Saturday February 4.

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11 Jan 2017 - 8:55pm

Klopp: speculation will end when Sturridge stays fit

While not doubting Daniel Sturridge's quality, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp believes that rumours surrounding his long-term future at the club will only end if...

11 Jan 2017 - 8:00am

Man Utd sell Schneiderlin to Everton

Everton have agreed to a $36 million deal for midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin, who has fallen out of favour at Manchester United.

11 Jan 2017 - 4:44pm

Koscielny unimpressed with Giroud's scorpion kick goal

Defender Laurent Koscielny is not convinced that Olivier Giroud's spectacular goal in Arsenal's victory over Crystal Palace on New Year's Day was due to the...

9 Jan 2017 - 9:23am

Janssen is Premier League's least deadly striker

Tottenham Hotspur forward Vincent Janssen is the least clinical striker in the Premier League.

1 Aug 2016

SBS guide to the Premier League

The World Game take a close look at the players, clubs and coaches set to feature in the 2016-2017 Premier League.

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Wednesday, January 11, 2017 - 09:56

48-team tournament explained

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed the football governing body'...

Wednesday, January 11, 2017 - 07:35

Sochaux v Monaco

France League Cup: Sochaux v Monaco

Wednesday, January 11, 2017 - 07:32

Nantes v Nancy

France League Cup: Nantes v Nancy

Wednesday, January 11, 2017 - 07:32

Manchester United v Hull City

EFL Cup: Manchester United v Hull City

Wednesday, January 11, 2017 - 07:29

Giroud scorpion goal

Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud opened the scoring for the Gunners with this...

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 20:50

Ronaldo hailed as deserving winner

Ronaldo's team mates, rivals and ex-professionals all agree that he...

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 20:44

Zidane hailed by Madrid legends

Zinedine Zidane has been praised by Roberto Carlos, Michel Salgado and Clarence...

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 13:15

The Best FIFA Football Awards 2016 - Full...

Watch the entire awards ceremony as FIFA names the best footballers and coaches...

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 11:30

Theo Zidane's incredible trick

Theo Zidane, son of Real Madrid legend Zinedine, produced an incredible piece...

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 09:15

Cambridge United v Leeds United

FA Cup: Cambridge United v Leeds United

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 09:03

Osasuna v Valencia

La Liga: Osasuna v Valencia

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 08:00

Mohd Faiz Subri's Puskas Award-winning...

Penang midfielder Mohd Faiz Subri's incredible knuckleball free kick has...

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 - 06:35

Sweden v Ivory Coast

International - Friendlies: Sweden v Ivory Coast

Monday, January 9, 2017 - 23:40

The World Game - 9 January

Join us for a wrap of the best A-League, La Liga and Serie A action, plus news...

Monday, January 9, 2017 - 09:02

Villarreal v Barcelona

La Liga: Villarreal v Barcelona

Monday, January 9, 2017 - 08:44

Morecambe fans pay £1,000 fine given to club...

With the club under serious financial pressure, Morecambe FC supporters have...

Monday, January 9, 2017 - 08:28

Celta Vigo v Malaga

La Liga: Celta Vigo v Malaga

Monday, January 9, 2017 - 08:22

Real Betis v Leganes

La Liga: Real Betis v Leganes

Saturday, January 7, 2017 - 18:34

FA Cup in words - Third Round preview

A look at what the managers have had to say ahead of the weekend's Third...

Friday, January 6, 2017 - 10:40

Wenger fine with Sanchez body language

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger had no problems with the clearly frustrated...

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A-League

All the latest from the A-League, including news, fixtures, results, tables and much more.

5 Jan 2017 - 8:27pm

A-League on SBS: LIVE, FREE and Streamed Online - FAQs

All the information about SBS's coverage of the A-League for the 2016-2017 season.

11 Jan 2017 - 12:19pm

Five Sydney derby flashpoints and memories

Another Sydney derby, another packed crowd. The venue this time is Allianz Stadium and Sydney FC will walk on to their home ground on Saturday night having...

11 Jan 2017 - 5:59pm

Adelaide lock-up Isaias with new deal

Adelaide United have ensured that key midfielder Isaias will remain with the club for the next three A-League seasons after signing him to a contract extension.

11 Jan 2017 - 7:46pm

Sky Blues might be forced to turn to youth in derby

Sydney FC captain Alex Brosque believes boss Graham Arnold may consider calling on one of the club's youngsters to fill their central defensive hole for Saturday...

11 Jan 2017 - 3:55pm

Ex-Reds set for Adelaide return

Caretaker manager Michael Valkanis, in addition to Bruce Kamau, Osama Malik and Ruon Tongyik, will return to Adelaide for the first time in their new colours as...

10 Jan 2017 - 4:06pm

EXCLUSIVE: Jets plan new signing mission after ruling out Bridge

Newcastle Jets are assessing other potential targets for immediate signing after an injury suffered by Mark Bridge has forced the club to rule him out.

10 Jan 2017 - 5:15pm

Mariners reveal bold new Central Coast Stadium plans

The Mariners have unveiled bold plans to transform the A-League club's home ground, Central Coast Stadium, into 'a world class entertainment hub'.

Opinion

Comment and analysis from The World Game's stable of experts, from Les Murray to Craig Foster and more.

By Paul Williams

Why there is nothing wrong with an expanded World Cup

Outrage was the immediate reaction across Football's traditional powerhouse nations as FIFA announced the World Cup would expand to 48 teams by the 2026, but it's not...

By Sebastian Hassett

Messi versus Ronaldo: Time we got over it?

In September 2007, Lionel Messi came to the MCG with his Argentinian team-mates to play the Socceroos. Over 70,000 turned out to welcome a player already dubbed...