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Finals hurt drives Socceroos veteran before retirement

With a Socceroos recall for the Asian Cup appearing unlikely, Adelaide United veteran Craig Goodwin says he's driven by unfinished business in the A-League Men.

AAP · Oct 19

Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia stays on track as safety fears grow amid Middle East conflict

Asian Cup organizers have confirmed that plans for the continental soccer tournament in Saudi Arabia remain on track despite ongoing conflict in the Middle East

The Independent UK · Oct 16

Saudi organisers say 2027 Asian Cup 'on schedule' after attacks

Saudi Arabia's local organizing committee confirmed that the 2027 Asian Cup preparations remain on schedule despite recent Houthi attacks. The tournament is set to take place in January, with matches scheduled in Jeddah, Riyadh, and Al Khobar. Asian Football Confederation President Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim al-Khalifa stated that a decision…

The Economic Times · Oct 16

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Fresh concerns over 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia after missile strikes in Riyadh

Asia’s elite men’s footballers are on edge as they prepare to travel to conflict-affected Saudi Arabia for January’s Asian Cup

The Guardian - AU · Oct 13

Saudi attacks raise fresh concerns over Asian Cup

The Houthi rebel attacks on Saudi Arabia's main airport have cast fresh doubt on the likelihood of next year's Asian Cup going ahead as scheduled.

AAP · Oct 13

Injured Socceroo in a race to be fit for Asian Cup

Socceroos striker Mohamed Toure will be sidelined until January following shoulder surgery, casting doubt over his availability for the Asian Cup.

AAP · Oct 10

How 'half decent' Socceroos have caught our attention

Going toe-to-toe with a fired-up Brazil on home soil has turned Australian heads as the Asian Cup-bound Socceroos add strings to their bow.

AAP · Sep 29

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Socceroos lock in final friendlies before Asian Cup

The Socceroos will face Jordan and Qatar in their final two hit-outs before next year's Asian Cup.

AAP · Sep 11

Socceroos boss makes call on post-World Cup future

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has extended his contract until after the 2027 Asian Cup, in a boost ahead of Australia's World Cup campaign.

AAP · Jun 12

Arnold reacts as Iraq set Asian Cup date with Socceroos

Australia have drawn fellow World Cup-bound side Iraq, who will be led by the former Socceroos boss Graham Arnold, in next year's Asian Cup.

AAP · May 9

'Safe haven': Iranian players rebuild after asylum bid

Two Iranian players have expressed their gratitude for being offered a safe haven in Australia after seeking asylum following the Asian Cup tournament.

AAP · Apr 17

Matildas awake 'sleeping giant' in African adventure

The Matildas have quickly got back into their stride after their Asian Cup let-down, with coach Joe Montemurro sure they're helping grow soccer in Africa.

AAP · Apr 12

Australia urged to offer to host 2027 Asian Cup amid uncertainty over Saudi Arabia event

Former Socceroo Craig Foster calls for government to support FA bid after AFC postpone the tournament draw as Middle East conflict spreads

The Guardian - AU · Apr 10

Not fair: Matildas pan Asian Cup pay inequality

Matildas players have been let upset at the lack of prize money on offer at the 2026 Women's Asian Cup, and they want future events to match the men's pay.

AAP · Apr 2

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The Guardian - AU · Apr 2

Matildas stars return to squad for friendlies as Joe Montemurro builds to 2027 World Cup

Sam Kerr and Caitlin Foord named as Mary Fowler rested after Asian Cup with Australia to play 153rd-ranked Malawi followed by India or Kenya

AAP · Mar 29

Sam Kerr casts aside Asian Cup misery to fire Chelsea

Matildas skipper Sam Kerr has scored one and teed up Chelsea's winner as she returned in style following Australia's Women's Asian Cup disappointment.

The Guardian - AU · Mar 26

The Matildas’ coach wants the side to face the world’s best – so why are they playing Malawi next?

In the afterglow of the Asian Cup, Australia will begin preparations for the 2027 Women’s World Cup with a friendly series alongside three low-ranked teams

AAP · Mar 24

FA defends Matildas' friendly meetings with minnows

The Matildas will play African minnows Malawi in their first fixtures after their Women's Asian Cup loss as they look towards next year's World Cup.

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The Guardian - AU · Mar 22

The Matildas’ near misses sting but their Asian Cup final suggests this great team are not done

There was talk of this being a last hurrah at home for a golden generation of Matildas. But their performance showed a glimmer of something else

AAP · Mar 22

Matildas rally behind Foord as Kerr faces club limbo

While Sam Kerr's club future is in limbo, the Matildas have thrown their support around Caitlin Foord after a forgetful night in their Asian Cup final loss.

AAP · Mar 21

The end? Coach feels Matildas era has only just begun

Joe Montemurro wants the Matildas to use their Women's Asian Cup final loss to Japan as a springboard to more success.

AAP · Mar 21

Kennedy's 'sad' admission as Matildas fall short

Alanna Kennedy is adamant the Matildas can lick their wounds from their Asian Cup final defeat and rebound at next year's World Cup.

The Guardian - AU · Mar 21

Matildas suffer heartbreak as Japan stunner wins third Women’s Asian Cup crown

Australia fall short despite multiple attempts on goal as Maika Hamano’s shot from outside the box proves the difference in Japan’s 1-0 victory in Sydney

AAP · Mar 20

Ex-Matilda at heart of Japan's global domination plan

Leah Blayney is the ex-Matilda hoping to kickstart a new era of global domination for Japan as they head into an Asian Cup final clash with Australia.

The Guardian - AU · Mar 20

‘We need to believe’: Matildas embrace underdogs tag for last shot at home glory in Women’s Asian Cup

Time is running out for the Australia team led by captain Sam Kerr to win a major trophy as they prepare to meet a red-hot Japan in the final on Saturday

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