Minute's silence controversy prompts Saudi apology
The move caused outrage among fans on social media, who accused the Saudis of failing to show respect.
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Saudis apologise for minute's silence snub
Australian soccer chiefs on Thursday night sought to defuse growing outrage over what UK media has characterised as a Saudi Arabian snub for the memories of the eight victims of last weekend's London terrorist attack.
Ibrahimovic heading for exit at Man Utd
Zlatan Ibrahimovic is not expected to be offered a new contract by Manchester United with the club's 'retained list' set to be published imminently.
Chelsea could lose millions dumping Costa
Antonio Conte's decision to dump Diego Costa by text threatens to cost Chelsea millions of pounds, despite a warning from the club's board that he will not be allowed to negotiate his own exit.
World Cup destiny remains in Socceroos' hands
Australia's World Cup destiny remains in their own hands after a narrow 3-2 win over Saudi Arabia.
Messi’s gesture gives youngsters a buzz
Small gestures make a big impact when they come from superstar Lionel Messi.
Sampaoli faces baptism of Brazilian fire
Jorge Sampaoli likes challenges, which is just as well.
Live: Socceroos take on Saudi Arabia in World Cup Qualifier
Follow full live coverage as the Socceroos host Saudi Arabia in a third round World Cup Qualifier.
Mooy welcome in City first team: Fernandinho
Manchester City midfielder Fernandinho says he'd relish playing alongside Aaron Mooy and suggested the Socceroos star be recalled to Pep Guardiola's first team instead of sold.
Socceroos legend Paul Wade names Tom Rogic next captain
Paul Wade names Tom Rogic as next Socceroos captain ahead of crucial their World Cup clash.
Australia's midfield strength holds the key in Saudi test
Socceroos coach puts his faith in a trio of midfield sharpshooters in must-win World Cup qualifier against Saudi Arabia.
What the Brazilian football team means to me
Think of a cliche about the beautiful game and Brazil is sure to come straight to mind.
Apocalypse now for four football codes, but as for next week ...
To paraphrase Bob Dylan, when it rains, it pours in Australia's football codes.
Brotherly love springs from City of Churches
There must be something in the water – or air – in Adelaide, certainly where breeding sibling Socceroos is concerned.
Saudis out to regain Asian dominance
For the best part of three decades Saudi Arabia were the powerhouses of Asian Football.
All hail the era of the deified super-footballer
The battle for immortality between Messi and Ronaldo hardly seems believable, writes Jonathan Liew.
Ronaldo to be FIFA's cover star for the first time
Christiano Ronaldo has capped off arguably the best 12 months of his career by being announced as the cover athlete for FIFA 18.
Irvine shows it's not all about money
Australian soccer's 'next big thing' has put career development ahead of the prospect of a bumper pay day.
Brazil's Rafinha wary of fired-up Argentina, Socceroos
Bayern Munich-based defender Rafinha says each game Brazil's national team plays is difficult, including friendlies, because every team desperately wants to beat the world famous "Selecao".
Former EPL midfielder dies aged 30 after training ground collapse
Former Ivory Coast and Newcastle United midfielder Cheick Tiote collapsed and died at the age of 30 in training with his Chinese club Beijing Enterprises.
Mooy in limbo over EPL future
Aaron Mooy, Australia's latest English Premier League star, admits that he has no idea what his future holds for next season.
After Cahill, is Juric the Socceroos' next goal man?
It's all about goals. For years Australia could rely on proven top performers like Mark Viduka, Harry Kewell, Mark Bresciano, John Aloisi and Tim Cahill to deliver.
No Batistuta for Adelaide with German coach set to sign
Adelaide United are set to appoint an experienced Bundesliga coach as the replacement for Gui Amor, instead of the former Argentinian star striker.
Why English clubs resort to retail therapy rather than facing the truth
With the cup in Real Madrid's hands for the 12th time, English football comforted itself the way it knows best: with another dose of $170 million transfer targets and $250 million "war chests". Retail therapy is a way to avoid the truth about how far the Premier League is behind what we observed here on Saturday night.
Socceroos target early goal to unsettle Saudis
Midfielder Massimo Luongo is forecasting an early assault as the Socceroos attempt to unlock a stodgy Saudi Arabia.
Melbourne Victory braced for James Troisi exit as talks stall over new deal for Socceroo midfielder
Melbourne Victory is braced for a parting of the ways with key midfielder James Troisi as talks between the Socceroo and the defeated grand finalists appear to have ground to a halt.
Mat Ryan relishes Socceroos' cap scrap before Saudi Arabia qualifier
Goalkeeper Mat Ryan is feeling the heat to keep his Socceroos spot - and he doesn't want it any other way.
Time we acknowledged ethnic clubs as a strength of Australian football
Guess what? The ethnics haven't gone anywhere. They're still driving the game.
Ronaldo scores twice as Real Madrid win Champions League final
Cristiano Ronaldo struck twice as Real Madrid became the first team to successfully defend their European title in the Champions League era.
Real Madrid and Juventus clash for Europe's top prize
Real Madrid look to become the first team in the Champions League era to win the trophy in back-to-back years, Juventus stand in their way.