Football
Socceroos deliver on Postecoglou promise
THE Socceroos made good on coach Ange Postecoglou’s claim that his team are capable of mixing it with the very best after a 1-1 draw with Chile.
Better side Ange has Socceroos right where he expects them
FEW gave the Socceroos a chance. But they looked for long periods like pulling it off. And arguably were worth more than a solitary point for their efforts.
Women’s World Cup Aussies confident heading into World Cup defence
DESPITE being dealt a devastating loss last time they took on West Indies, Australia head into their opening match of the World Cup in a confident mood.
Highlights VAR mess, wrong man sent off, as Germany progress
CAMEROON coach Hugo Broos slammed the decision to send off Ernest Mabouka in Sunday’s 3-1 defeat to Germany as the video assistant referee (VAR) system again came under scrutiny.
End of debate Merits of Ange philosophy finally shine through
AFTER a display of genuine quality, the Socceroos can now look ahead to a more significant meeting with Japan in two months time with absolute confidence.
Dated intel Ange still struggles to find true believers
ANGE Postecoglou was asked to explain his side’s uncultured tactics. His inquisitors clearly hadn’t done their homework. And it’s unlikely Chile’s intel is so dated.
De Silva training ’Before I was weak and scrawny, now I’m stronger’
AUSSIE starlet Danny De Silva has declared he’s never been better placed physically to make an on-field impact after a militant training regimen.
New culture ‘Different’ FIFA give FFA women’s bid confidence
FFA chairman Steven Lowy insists that today’s FIFA are “very different” and they can move forward with their bid to host the 2023 women’s World Cup with confidence.
Cahill praise ‘Tim’s a great Aussie. He transcends football’
ANGE Postecoglou believes Tim Cahill’s longevity puts him on a level standing with any Aussie sportsman or woman who has claimed a world title or Olympic gold.
Overnight deals as Salah stuns fans on Anfield tour
TRANSFER LATEST: Mo Salah’s wonderful first impression on Liverpool fans at Anfield, overnight done deals and a prospective Arsenal target coy on speculation.
Ronaldo, Nani feast on All Whites, City star injured
CRISTIANO Ronaldo expressed his delight at firing Portugal into the Confederations Cup semi-finals after netting his 75th international goal.
Catastrophic Russia goal ends hosts’ campaign
MEXICO winger Hirving Lozano has pounced on an awful Russian defensive mix-up to score an extraordinary goal and give his side a 2-1 win to knock the Confederations Cup hosts out.
100th Socceroos cap adds to Cahill’s legend
SOCCEROOS star Tim Cahill will keep his emotions in check for the crunch match against Chile, despite the incredible personal landmark of earning a 100th cap for his country.
‘People look at me differently now’
A REMORSEFUL Mitch Nichols has broken his silence after being arrested for cocaine possession, saying the hardest part of the situation was calling his mum.
Socceroos crying out for next ‘Cahill’
FOR over a decade, Tim Cahill has been the Socceroos go-to-man when they needed something special. Now two names have emerged to take that mantle.
Players not good enough for Ange’s experiment
IF we’re looking at this experiment that is the back three - which appears to no longer be an experiment - we have to take note of the damning facts, writes Robbie Slater.
Gersbach’s change of gear for Socceroos
A COUPLE of weeks ago, Alex Gersbach woke up on the Greek island of Santorini and decided to check his phone — the news forced a change from beers and bathers to boots.
A-League News
De Silva training ’Before I was weak and scrawny, now I’m stronger’
AUSSIE starlet Danny De Silva has declared he’s never been better placed physically to make an on-field impact after a militant training regimen.
Adelaide United Kurz gives Reds chance to retain McGree
THE appointment of Marco Kurz as Adelaide United coach has given the Reds a fighting chance to retain the services of young gun Riley McGree, who is being wooed by Belgium’s Club Brugge.
Cocaine ‘People look at me differently now’
A REMORSEFUL Mitch Nichols has broken his silence after being arrested for cocaine possession, saying the hardest part of the situation was calling his mum.
Return Perth give Nichols A-League lifeline
HIS European dreams dashed, Mitch Nichols has been thrown a career lifeline by his former A-League club Perth.
A-League Victory target former City talent
MIDFIELDER Stefan Mauk could be the first player to cross the Melbourne City to Melbourne Victory divide.
Aussies Abroad All in the timing for Ansell
NICK Ansell says the time was right for him to move abroad as he pushes towards his goal for playing for the Socceroos.
Europe call Sydney FC star on verge of move to Belgium
SYDNEY FC goalkeeper Danny Vukovic is on the verge of securing a move to Europe with Mathew Ryan’s former Belgian outfit KRC Genk.
Transfer Former Victory defender off to Portugal
Former Victory defender Nick Ansell joins Portuguese top tier side CD Tondela.
’Before I was weak and scrawny, now I’m stronger’
David Davutovic AUSSIE starlet Danny De Silva has declared he’s never been better placed physically to make an on-field impact after a militant training regimen.
Adelaide United Kurz gives Reds chance to retain McGree
THE appointment of Marco Kurz as Adelaide United coach has given the Reds a fighting chance to retain the services of young gun Riley McGree, who is being wooed by Belgium’s Club Brugge.
Cocaine ‘People look at me differently now’
A REMORSEFUL Mitch Nichols has broken his silence after being arrested for cocaine possession, saying the hardest part of the situation was calling his mum.
Return Perth give Nichols A-League lifeline
HIS European dreams dashed, Mitch Nichols has been thrown a career lifeline by his former A-League club Perth.
A-League Victory target former City talent
MIDFIELDER Stefan Mauk could be the first player to cross the Melbourne City to Melbourne Victory divide.
Shocking price tag to land Ronaldo
MANCHESTER United continue to be linked to a move for former star Cristiano Ronaldo — but it will come at a crazy price.
Ryan secures record Premier League move
SOCCEROOS goalkeeper Mathew Ryan has officially been confirmed as a Premier League player, breaking the transfer record for his newly-promoted club Brighton.
Ryan relishing Premier League adventure
EXCLUSIVE: WHEN Mat Ryan swaps the Costa del Azahar for the British seaside town of Brighton next month, he will leave Valencia with regret but no recriminations.