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Football Australia 'very confident' of hosting next Women's Asian Cup

Football Australia is eager to capitalise on the rollicking success of the Women's World Cup by bringing the Asian Cup Down Under in 2026.
The Matildas hug, cheer and fist pump the air as they celebrate on the field.

Matildas star Sam Kerr shares glimpse of the moment she proposed to partner Kristie Mewis

After months of speculation, Matildas star Sam Kerr shares photos from the moment she proposed to her long-term girlfriend, American professional soccer player Kristie Mewis. 
A soccer player wearing blue and yellow takes a photo with her girlfriend after a match

Why the 'Matildas effect' plays out differently in a small country town

The number of women and girls playing football has surged since the Matildas' incredible feats at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. But aiming for the top when you're from a regional area comes with added challenges.
A girl with a soccer ball.

Socceroos hold off spirited Palestine in World Cup qualifier

Harry Souttar scores again for the Socceroos as the side record an unconvincing World Cup qualifier win over Palestine.
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Harry Souttar heads the ball

Football Australia Chairman Chris Nikou reflects on legacy as he prepares to step down

Outgoing Chairmain says football's place within Australia's sporting landscape has enormous potential. The departing leader sat down with ABC Sport's Tracey Holmes to discuss all things football.
Duration: 4 minutes 9 seconds

Auckland to enter A-Leagues from next season as US billionaire adds another sporting franchise

Bill Foley owns a Premier League team, the NHL champions and has a large stake in a French Ligue 1 side, and he has just been awarded an A-Leagues licence to establish Auckland men's and women's teams from next season.
Las Vegas Knights owner Bill Foley lifts the Stanley Cup after his team won the NHL Finals.

Football Australia to introduce second-tier men's league in 2025

Australia's football boss says promotions and relegations between the A-League and the second tier will not happen in the latter's first year.
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Duration: 3 minutes 38 seconds

Lionel Messi's shirt is set to break a sport memorabilia record — and it highlights how one Aussie may have already hit the jackpot

The jersey Lionel Messi wore when he scored against Australia at the World Cup is up for auction, and it has highlighted just how lucky one Socceroo might be already.
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Lionel Messi celebrates

'This kid is a prodigy': Socceroos wary of Palestinian striking star ahead of qualifier in Kuwait

Led by defender Harry Souttar, the Socceroos want to keep a high level of concentration as well as a clean sheet in their World Cup qualifier against Palestine.
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Harry Souttar celebrates

Sydney United included in National Second Division to launch in 2025

Sydney United were punished after some fans were caught last year performing Nazi salutes, waving flags, and chanting slogans associated with the Croatian fascist movement.
Sydney United fans hold up Croatia themed banners