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Even since Mikel Arteta took over the reins from Unai Emery Arsenal’s transformation has been nothing short of incredible.

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Why Andrew Nabbout to Melbourne City makes sense

Andrew Nabbout’s arrival at Melbourne City comes as a huge surprise.

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Rumours of Kalidou Koulibaly joining Liverpool are back

Liverpool have once again been linked to signing Napoli centre back Kalidou Koulibaly.

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Games to watch out for in Week 3 of the EPL

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Brillante departs City as trio re-sign

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Two wins from two but Arsenal remain a work in progress

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Why 2021 is about to put the A back in the A-League

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Why 2021 is about to put the A back in the A-League

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Why 2021 is about to put the A back in the A-League

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Anyone bemoaning the lack of Aussies in the English Premier League is missing the point

There has been recent commentary around the realisation that just one Australian will compete in the English Premier League in season 2020-21.

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Anyone bemoaning the lack of Aussies in the English Premier League is missing the point

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Anyone bemoaning the lack of Aussies in the English Premier League is missing the point

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Stuart Thomas

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Stuart Thomas

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Is three Popovics a few too many?

Xanthi FC, based in the north-east of Greece, is not currently enjoying a particularly good time in Greek football.

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Stuart Thomas

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Is three Popovics a few too many?

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Mike Tuckerman

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Mike Tuckerman

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I'm not sure how much more of the A-League I can take

One of my favourite memories of Sydney is of a hot and sweaty November show at the city’s legendary home of alternative music, the Annandale Hotel.

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I'm not sure how much more of the A-League I can take

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I'm not sure how much more of the A-League I can take

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Stuart Thomas

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Sydney FC may have claimed the A-League trophy but Western United made the season

As the dust settles on the 2019-20 A-League grand final and fans anticipate the start of the rapidly approaching new season, Sydney FC can bask in all its glory.

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Sydney FC may have claimed the A-League trophy but Western United made the season

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Sydney FC may have claimed the A-League trophy but Western United made the season

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Mike Tuckerman

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Mike Tuckerman

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Gripping grand final proves there's still life in the A-League yet

Despite everything 2020 has thrown at us, last night’s epic A-League grand final was another reminder that the best thing the competition has got going for it is the football on the pitch.

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Gripping grand final proves there's still life in the A-League yet

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Gripping grand final proves there's still life in the A-League yet

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Stuart Thomas

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Stuart Thomas

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The Roar's A-League expert tips and predictions: Grand final

As all bar one of the experts and the voice of the people predicted, Sydney FC and Melbourne City have advanced through to the A-League grand final for 2019-20.

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The Roar's A-League expert tips and predictions: Grand final

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Has Australia missed another golden generation?

It’s hard to believe a controversial penalty was all that sat between the Socceroos and eventual champions Italy at the 2006 World Cup. Incredible, really.

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The Tracker: Ben Sigmund and well-being in the A-League

In July I spoke with Ben Sigmund about defending in the A-League.

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Nelson Sing

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Games to watch out for in Week 2 of the EPL

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Major takeaways from Week 1 of the English Premier League

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Sydney FC needs to follow the trend and give youth a go

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Liverpool begin title defence with a victory

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Gunners begin season on strong note

The English Premier League season commenced with Arsenal visiting London neighbours Fulham at the Craven Cottage. The north Londoners got their campaign to a flying start with a win over Fulham.

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Nick21

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A-League enters death spiral

Does the title sound dramatic? Or not dramatic enough?

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Is there room for a football State of Origin?

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Don't forget the red half of Manchester

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The three sides that can win the EPL title

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Games to watch out for in EPL Week 1

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Just how good the AIS football program really was

So good was the AIS soccer program that when Josip Simunic was invited to the academy, he said it felt like signing with Barcelona or Real Madrid.

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The two things the A-League needs to fix, according to Josip Simunic

He’s not the only one asking for these changes, either.

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Aug

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Josip Simunic tells the inside story behind those three yellow cards

Having an Australian accent proved to be pretty helpful when playing against the Socceroos!

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Aug

Josip Simunic tells the inside story behind those three yellow cards

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Josip Simunic tells the inside story behind those three yellow cards

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Aug

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Nearly a Socceroo: Josip Simunic reflects on his career, from Canberra to Croatia

He’s one of the greatest footballers produced by Australia, but ended up playing against the Socceroos instead of for them. In a wide-ranging interview, Josip Simunic looks back on his storied career.

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Aug

Nearly a Socceroo: Josip Simunic reflects on his career, from Canberra to Croatia

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The moment Australia found out it would co-host the 2023 Women's World Cup

Huge news for Australia and New Zealand football.

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Jun

The moment Australia found out it would co-host the 2023 Women's World Cup

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The soccer club that inspired the Roosters 2019 premiership

Luke Keary spoke on AthleteTV about how closely the Sydney Roosters followed the Barcelona club and how coach Trent Robinson tried to emulate their success onto the rugby league field.

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May

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The soccer club that inspired the Roosters 2019 premiership

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May

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Bend it like Beckham! The most stunning free kicks from Club Roar

The most jaw-dropping, exciting, brilliant and skilful free kicks you’ll see

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May

Bend it like Beckham! The most stunning free kicks from Club Roar

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Genius free kick leaves goalie exasperated by the cheekiest of goals

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Jul

Genius free kick leaves goalie exasperated by the cheekiest of goals

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Controversial free kick goal divides football fans

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Jun

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Local defender gets the luckiest of breaks as horrific own goal... is disallowed

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Feb

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Striker gets hilariously falconed by keeper's clearing kick

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Feb

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Keeper's spectacular blunder is so bad it's actually hilarious

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Jan

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17-year-old Aussie shows up the Yanks with dazzling goal assist

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2019

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South Melbourne FC put on a worldie masterclass in big win

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South Melbourne FC put on a worldie masterclass in big win

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Reckless tackle leads to soul-crushing penalty fail

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Reckless tackle leads to soul-crushing penalty fail

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Defender loses his head in RED CARD challenge

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Mothering the Matildas: The trailblazers who kickstarted Australian women's football

The Matildas will go into the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup in France full of confidence. Currently (August 2018) ranked eighth in the world, they showed at the 2018 Tournament of Nations what a class act they are.

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