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Soccer
Ex-Chelsea, Manchester United star signs with Western Sydney Wanderers
After spending more than a decade playing for two of England’s biggest clubs, Juan Mata is the latest big-name star to join the A-League.
- by Vince Rugari
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Australian soccer
‘He’s really growing’: Why Arnold believes Irankunda can live up to the hype
A long list of players have crumbled under the pressure Nestory Irankunda is facing as the Socceroos’ next great hope, but coach Graham Arnold has faith he can handle it.
- by Vince Rugari
‘A hug and we’re together’: Sydney FC’s new marquee Douglas Costa joins OnlyFans
The former Brazilian international has joined a growing number of athletes who have begun sharing behind-the-scenes content on the subscription-based platform, which is typically known for adult entertainment.
- by Vince Rugari
‘I know I’ll prove you wrong’: The shortest Socceroo is ready to make new doubters look silly
Josh Nisbet is used to being overlooked because of his 160cm stature, so he knew what to expect when his agent began floating his name to European clubs.
- by Vince Rugari
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A-League Men
Why Douglas Costa could be Del Piero’s greatest assist for Sydney FC
Times have changed since Alessandro Del Piero’s arrival 12 years ago - but Douglas Costa has the potential to outstrip the former Sydney FC captain on the field.
- by Vince Rugari
How a chat in the Herald kitchen led to a book on Ange Postecoglou
In their (rare) spare time, Herald journalists write some tremendous books that help deepen our understanding of issues, people and events.
- by Bevan Shields and Vince Rugari
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Australian soccer
Why Arnold left highly rated Man City product out of Socceroos squad
Alex Robertson’s strong start to life at Cardiff City wasn’t enough to earn a call-up for next week’s World Cup qualifier.
- by Vince Rugari
‘I didn’t feel like a drug cheat’: Anti-doping ban forced Matildas star out of Olympics
Aivi Luik was not available for selection for Paris 2024 because of a three-month suspension relating to a pain-killing injection she was given two years ago by her former club in Italy.
- by Vince Rugari
Matildas, Socceroos to remain on Network 10 for next five years
Football Australia has sealed a new five-year broadcast deal for the national teams with Paramount Australia - but most of the Matildas’ next two major tournaments will be put behind a paywall.
- by Vince Rugari and Calum Jaspan
Former England manager dies
Former England football manager Sven-Goran Eriksson has died at the age of 76.
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A-League Men
Biggest since Del Piero: Sydney FC sign former Bayern Munich, Juventus star
The Sky Blues’ surprise move to sign 31-times capped Brazilian international Douglas Costa is a massive boost to the A-League Men.
- by Vince Rugari