Far from being routed by a super slick Japan, the Matildas came close to holding the Asian Cup, perhaps squandering a once-in-a-generation chance at glory.
International concern for the safety of the Iranian women’s soccer team has seen some members granted asylum in Australia, while others return home to perilous consequences.
Capturing the moment when a bitter rift between manager and captain threw Ireland’s 2002 FIFA World Cup bid into chaos, Saipan allows both men claims to sympathy.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw was a stunning own goal of self-love and sycophancy with a Trumped-up ‘peace prize’ – all in the service of further monetising the world game.
He took Spurs to their first trophy in 17 years but was still punted. Now Ange Postecoglou’s ignominious exit from Forest has all but sealed his English Premier League fate.
