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As it happened: Raso, Foord goals set up strong 2-0 win for Matildas over Mexico
The injury-addled Matildas turned in a professional performance in San Antonio on Wednesday morning (AEST) in one of their final pre-Olympics outings.
- by Vince Rugari
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‘Neverkusen’ no more: This is world football’s best fairytale since Leicester City
Bayer Leverkusen have never won Germany’s Bundesliga title before – but under Xabi Alonso, they’re unbeaten in 41 games and in contention for a remarkable treble.
- by Vince Rugari
Raso scores for Matildas in friendly
Matildas star Hayley Raso put Australia in front early during their friendly against Mexico in Texas.
Arsenal, Bayern denied penalties as instant classic UCL night ends in stalemates
A sleepy tournament came to life as the quarter-finals kicked off with Real Madrid and Manchester City playing out a 3-3 draw and Arsenal and Bayern unable to be split.
- by Mattias Karen
Ronaldo raises fist at referee after red card
Cristiano Ronaldo is facing a two-game suspension after receiving his first red card in Saudi Arabia for elbowing an opponent.
Valverde connects with majestic volley
Real Madrid's Federico Valverde connects with a majestic volley in the Champions League.
Saka's crisp left foot finish
Bukayo Saka's crisp left foot finish gives Arsenal the early lead against Bayern Munich.
Bernardo brilliance catches Real out
Bernardo Silva's brilliant free kick catches Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin out.
Kane burns Arsenal on London return
Harry Kane burns Arsenal on his London return with Bayern Munich in the Champions League.
How one of the world’s best-known rock songs started at a Melbourne pub and went viral 22 years later
A stunning re-imagining of the White Stripes rock classic Seven Nation Army sent soccer fans into a frenzy at the Melbourne A-League derby at the weekend. Did you know the song originated just a few hundred metres down the road?
- by Marnie Vinall
Gorry, Hunt in doubt for Olympics as Matildas prepare for ‘experimental’ friendly
Tony Gustavsson’s casualty ward is nearing double figures, and it remains unclear whether some first-choice starters will recover in time for Paris 2024.
- by Vince Rugari