Germany's Julian Draxler, center, lifts the trophy after Germany won 1-0 in the Confederations Cup final soccer match between Chile and Germany, at the St.Petersburg Stadium, Russia, Sunday July 2, 2017. (AP Photo/Martin Meissner)

Champions! Germany create history with Confeds win

LARS Stindl’s first-half strike saw Germany beat Chile 1-0 in Monday morning’s (AEST) Confederations Cup final in St Petersburg.

Watch: Pepe’s 92min goal, Portugal finish third

Portugal v Mexico: Play-Off for Third Place - FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
AFP ADRIEN Silva scored an extra-time penalty as Portugal recovered from a goal down to beat Mexico 2-1 in Sunday’s third-place play-off at the Confederations Cup in Moscow.

City snap up Jamieson to boost left-side options

Western Sydney Wanderers Media & Training Session
Matt Windley EXPERIENCED left back Scott Jamieson has signed a four-year deal with Melbourne City and will be available for his new side’s FFA Cup clash with Peninsula Power.

Joyce taking steady approach

Melb City training with new coach
MATT WINDLEY NEW Melbourne City coach Warren Joyce knows winning on the first Sunday in May is all his club’s impatient fan base cares about.

Hulk, AVB BANNED after coming to Oscar’s defence

This photo taken on June 18, 2017 shows Shanghai SIPG's Oscar (2nd R) kicking the ball at a Guangzhou R&F player (R) in an incident which lead to a brawl during their Chinese Super League match in Guangzhou, in China's southern Guangdong province. Brazilian international Oscar triggered a mass brawl in the Chinese Super League as players and staff from his Shanghai SIPG side and opponents Guangzhou R&F scrapped on the pitch. After the former Chelsea midfielder appeared to fire the ball deliberately twice at Guangzhou players, he was rushed by several opponents, fell to the ground and a melee broke out. / AFP PHOTO / STR / China OUT
AFP SHANGHAI SIPG coach Andre Villas-Boas and Hulk were suspended for two games on Friday after they protested against the eight-match ban handed to Oscar over a mass brawl.

Football star marries sweetheart

Argentine football star Lionel Messi and bride Antonella Roccuzzo pose for photographers just after their wedding at the City Centre Complex in Rosario, Santa Fe province, Argentina on June 30, 2017. Footballers and celebrities including pop singer Shakira gathered Friday for the "wedding of the century" in Lionel Messi's Argentine hometown as the Barcelona superstar prepared to marry his childhood sweetheart Antonella Roccuzzo. / AFP PHOTO / EITAN ABRAMOVICH
AP LIONEL Messi has married his childhood sweetheart at a lavish ceremony attended by some of the biggest names in soccer.

Champions! Germany shock Spain for Euro U21 crown

German team celebrates with the trophy after winning 1-0 the UEFA U-21 European Championship football final match Germany v Spain in Krakow, Poland, on June 30, 2017. / AFP PHOTO / JANEK SKARZYNSKI
AFP MITCHELL Weiser scored with a looping first-half header to hand Germany the under-21 European Championship title after a 1-0 win over Spain.

Cup clash the making of minnows

Supplied Editorial Fwd: FFA Cup Draw
Carly Adno NOT only will Darwin Rovers’ FFA Cup clash against Sydney FC be the highlight of the players careers, but Jimmy Culligan says the occasion could secure the future of their club.

Arsenal tragic Mansour’s invitation to PL giants

Josh mansour in Arsenal jersey
Dean Ritchie Exclusive PANTHERS star and Gunners tragic Josh Mansour has formally invited his favourite team to visit Penrith - and the Panthers’ $22 million centre of excellence - during their Sydney tour.

‘Maybe I’m right and people just can’t see it’

Australia's coach Ange Postecoglou reacts during the 2017 Confederations Cup group B football match between Cameroon and Australia at the Saint Petersburg Stadium on June 22, 2017. / AFP PHOTO / Kirill KUDRYAVTSEV
Steve Wilson FOOTBALL is a game of opinions. And perspectives. Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglou believes that, from where he’s standing, the future looks bright.

Sydney FC part ways with Dimitrijevic

A-League Rd 14 - Central Coast v Sydney
CARLY ADNO MILOS Dimitrijevic has had his contract terminated by Sydney FC, opening up another visa spot for the club to fill.

Kurz reveals reasons for taking Reds’ top job

New Adelaide United Coach
ROB GREENWOOD ADELAIDE United’s new head coach Marco Kurz is settling in to life in Adelaide after taking the Reds’ top job and says the quality of Australian players was a key reason for his decision.

Ronaldo shows world ‘new loves’

Cristiano Ronaldo poses with his new children.
Daniel Cutts and George Boulton CRISTIANO Ronaldo has officially unveiled the newest members of his family, welcoming surrogate twins to the world.

McGree tells Reds he wants to leave

Jeju United FC v Adelaide United - AFC Champions League Group H
Richard Earle Fringe Socceroo Riley McGree has officially informed Adelaide United of his intent to leave Hindmarsh for Belgium’s Club Brugge.

Juicy details for Messi’s ‘wedding of the century’

Lionel Messi, Antonella Roccuzzo
AFP MORE police than guests, a hairdresser for the guests, and a big screen to stream the event. Here’s the juicy details for Lionel Messi’s “wedding of the century”.

Mooy secures EPL future in record deal

LEEDS, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 10: Aaron Mooy of Huddersfield Town celebrates with Elias Kachunga of Huddersfield Town after scoring to make it 0-1 during the Sky Bet Championship match between Leeds United and Huddersfield Town at Elland Road on September 10, 2016 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)
David Davutovic THE Aaron Mooy-Huddersfield Town fairytale will continue after the promoted club won the race to sign the midfielder.

Rout! Germany fire four in Confeds Cup SF

Germany's forward Timo Werner (2L) celebrates with team mates after scoring during the 2017 Confederations Cup semi-final football match between Germany and Mexico at the Fisht Stadium in Sochi on June 29, 2017. / AFP PHOTO / Patrik STOLLARZ
AFP WORLD champs Germany booked their place in the Confederations Cup final as Leon Goretzka scored twice in a devastating opening spell in their 4-1 semi-final win over Mexico.

Finally! Mooy makes Aus history with huge PL move

Huddersfield Town's Australian midfielder Aaron Mooy celebrates after scoring his penalty in the shoot-out during the English Championship play-off final football match between Huddersfield Town and Reading at Wembley Stadium in London on May 29, 2017. Huddersfield won the penalty shoot-out 4-3 after the game finished 0-0 after extra time. / AFP PHOTO / Glyn KIRK / NOT FOR MARKETING OR ADVERTISING USE / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE
David Davutovic THE Aaron Mooy-Huddersfield Town fairytale will continue after the promoted club smashed its transfer record to secure the midfielder in a potential $20.29 million deal.

Ronaldo posts first pic of his twins

Portugal's forward Cristiano Ronaldo laughs during a training session at "Cidade do Futebol" training camp in Oeiras, outskirts of Lisbon, on June 14, 2017 ahead of the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 in Russia. / AFP PHOTO / PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA
The Sun CRISTIANO Ronaldo has posted the first picture of his newborn twins born to a surrogate mum in the United States.

Parlour: Wenger will bring top Gunners to Sydney

England's midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain (R) gives a press conference in Croissy-sur-Seine on June 12, 2017 on the eve of a friendly football match against France. / AFP PHOTO / FRANCK FIFE
Carly Adno FORMER Arsenal star Ray Parlour expects Arsene Wenger to bring a strong squad to Sydney and he hopes Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is part of it.

Mooy secures EPL future in record deal

LEEDS, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 10: Aaron Mooy of Huddersfield Town celebrates with Elias Kachunga of Huddersfield Town after scoring to make it 0-1 during the Sky Bet Championship match between Leeds United and Huddersfield Town at Elland Road on September 10, 2016 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)
David Davutovic THE Aaron Mooy-Huddersfield Town fairytale will continue after the promoted club won the race to sign the midfielder.

Rout! Germany fire four in Confeds Cup SF

Germany's forward Timo Werner (2L) celebrates with team mates after scoring during the 2017 Confederations Cup semi-final football match between Germany and Mexico at the Fisht Stadium in Sochi on June 29, 2017. / AFP PHOTO / Patrik STOLLARZ
AFP WORLD champs Germany booked their place in the Confederations Cup final as Leon Goretzka scored twice in a devastating opening spell in their 4-1 semi-final win over Mexico.

Finally! Mooy makes Aus history with huge PL move

Huddersfield Town's Australian midfielder Aaron Mooy celebrates after scoring his penalty in the shoot-out during the English Championship play-off final football match between Huddersfield Town and Reading at Wembley Stadium in London on May 29, 2017. Huddersfield won the penalty shoot-out 4-3 after the game finished 0-0 after extra time. / AFP PHOTO / Glyn KIRK / NOT FOR MARKETING OR ADVERTISING USE / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE
David Davutovic THE Aaron Mooy-Huddersfield Town fairytale will continue after the promoted club smashed its transfer record to secure the midfielder in a potential $20.29 million deal.

Ronaldo posts first pic of his twins

Portugal's forward Cristiano Ronaldo laughs during a training session at "Cidade do Futebol" training camp in Oeiras, outskirts of Lisbon, on June 14, 2017 ahead of the FIFA Confederations Cup 2017 in Russia. / AFP PHOTO / PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA
The Sun CRISTIANO Ronaldo has posted the first picture of his newborn twins born to a surrogate mum in the United States.

Parlour: Wenger will bring top Gunners to Sydney

England's midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain (R) gives a press conference in Croissy-sur-Seine on June 12, 2017 on the eve of a friendly football match against France. / AFP PHOTO / FRANCK FIFE
Carly Adno FORMER Arsenal star Ray Parlour expects Arsene Wenger to bring a strong squad to Sydney and he hopes Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is part of it.

Sydney FC get Top End test in FFA Cup

FFA Cup Round of 32 Official Draw
Carly Adno SYDNEY FC will travel to Darwin for their FFA Cup clash against Darwin Rovers FC — two weeks after hosting English giants Arsenal.

Reds plot FFA Cup run

FFA Cup Round of 32 - Redlands United v Adelaide United
Rob Greenwood ADELAIDE United has been drawn to meet an A-League rival in the FFA Cup knockout round of 32.

SA clubs learn their FFA Cup fate

Isaias of United celebrates after scoring a goal during the round 11 A-League match between the Newcastle Jets and Adelaide United at McDonald Jones Stadium in Newcastle, Friday, Dec. 16, 2016. (AAP Image/Dan Himbrechts) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY
Rob Greenwood ADELAIDE United will begin its FFA Cup campaign with a home clash against an A-League rival, while SA Premier League side MetroStars will take on NSW second-tier opposition.

Arsenal’s double blow: $136m bid for stars rejected

(FILES) This file photo taken on May 27, 2017 shows Arsenal's French manager Arsene Wenger gestures on the touchline during the English FA Cup final football match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Wembley stadium in London on May 27, 2017. Long-serving Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has signed a new two-year contract, the club announced on May 31, 2017, ending months of speculation about his future. / AFP PHOTO / Ian KINGTON / NOT FOR MARKETING OR ADVERTISING USE / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE
Sky Sports UK ARSENE Wenger has identified three key transfer targets. One is on the verge of a move to Real Madrid while Arsenal bids for the other two have just been rejected.

Bravo’s ridiculous shootout heroics in Confeds SF

Portugal v Chile: Semi-Final - FIFA Confederations Cup Russia 2017
CLAUDIO Bravo made three huge penalty saves in a ridiculous penalty shootout against Portugal to help Chile progress through to the Confederations Cup final.

Reds and Stars set for FFA Cup draw

FFA Cup SA soccer final - MetroStars v Adelaide Comets
Rob Greenwood SOUTH Australia’s FFA Cup representatives will learn their fate today when the round of 32 draw is conducted for the national knockout competition.

Six people charged over Hillsborough disaster

FILE - In this April 17, 1989 file photo, floral tributes are placed by soccer fans at the 'Kop' end of Anfield Stadium in Liverpool, England, 2 days after the Hillsborough April 15 tragedy when fans surged forward during the cup semifinal between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest at Hillsborough Stadium killing 96 people. British prosecutors on Wednesday June 28, 2017, are set to announce whether they plan to lay charges in the deaths of 96 people in the Hillsborough stadium crush _ one of Britain’s worst-ever sporting disasters. (AP Photo/ Peter Kemp, file)
BRITISH prosecutors charged six people on Wednesday in the 1989 Hillsborough stadium disaster where 96 football fans were crushed to death.

Vic powers set for Cup showdown

FFA Cup Final - Melbourne City v Sydney
Matt Windley THE two most successful local clubs will square off in Round 32 of the FFA Cup, but one newcomer has a giant task against Melbourne City. SEE EVERY MATCH-UP

No nasty surprises in Garcia report for FFA

ZURICH, SWITZERLAND - MAY 14: Frank Lowy, FFA Chairman hands Australia's Bid book to Sepp Blatter, President of FIFA during the 2018/2022 World Cup Bid Book Handover ceremony at FIFA Headquarters on May 14, 2010 in Zurich, Switzerland. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)
Carly Adno FOOTBALL Federation Australia says the Garcia report doesn’t raise any ‘substantive new matters that have not already been the subject of other inquiries.’

A-League draw revealed for 2017/18

A-League Grand Final
CARLY ADNO SYDNEY FC will begin their title defence with a mouth-watering grand final rematch against Melbourne Victory away on the opening weekend of the new A-League season.