Fake anthems, painted grass, iconic goals — remembering the Matildas’s first Olympics
One afternoon in mid-1999, Kate McShea, a talented young defender from Redcliffe in Queensland, arrived home from high school to…
The Matildas are haunted by heartbreak. Caitlin Foord says it has them primed for the Olympics
Matildas star Caitlin Foord has cast off injury concerns and declared she will be ready for the Matildas’ Olympic opener…
Colombian soccer boss and son arrested over altercation with guards at Copa America final
In short: Colombia’s soccer federation president Ramon Jesurún and his son were among 27 arrested during the Copa America final.…
Uruguay players clash with Colombia fans after Copa America defeat
In short: Football authorities are investigating an incident where Uruguayan players fought with opposition fans following their Copa America semifinal.…
Five quick hits — Spain and France fight through to Euro 24 semis as hosts bow out
Germany has crashed out of its own tournament after losing to Spain in extra time, while France saw off Portugal…
Five quick hits — Türkiye provides fastest knockout goal and save of the Euros, Georgia returns home to hero’s welcome
Türkiye bring the excitement with the fastest-ever goal at the Euros knockout stages, and the save of the tournament, while…
Are these the ‘First Matildas?’ Football Australia rewrites history with 1975 caps
In 1975, a women’s football team from Australia travelled to Hong Kong to take part in an international tournament that…
Euro 2024 five quick hits — Italy labelled worst in a ‘lifetime’, Germany conquers Danes, thunder and hail
Italy exits Euro 2024 after going down to Switzerland, as the pundits sink the boot into the defending champions, while…
Five quick hits: Serbia threatens to quit Euros over racist chants and England still defending even after 1-1 draw
England has tried to head off criticism after a “concerning” draw against Denmark, Serbia threatens to boycott over racist chants,…
Older Australians finding new ways to stay active through modified competitive sport
In short: Academics and sports fans say older Australians can benefit mentally and physically from playing organised sport. Special leagues…