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The Latest Breaking News from Football Australia

Australia opts against 2034 World Cup bid, paving way for Saudi Arabia to host

Australia has opted against a bid to host the 2034 World Cup, leaving Saudi Arabia on course to stage the tournament.

The National (Scotland)

Australia says it won't bid for the 2034 World Cup, Saudi Arabia likely to host

Football Australia says it won’t bid for the 2034 World Cup, clearing the way for Saudi Arabia to host the marquee men's tournament

The Independent UK

Australia won't bid for 2034 FIFA World Cup

The men's soccer World Cup in 2034 is poised to be hosted by Saudi Arabia after Football Australia officially confirmed it won't bid for the tournament.

AAP

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Three key players to miss Matildas-Taiwan game

Injured winger Cortnee Vine is out of the Matildas' Olympic qualifier against Taiwan while Ellie Carpenter and Emily van Egmond have returned to their clubs.

AAP

Sam Kerr says backflipping days could be over

Matildas captain Sam Kerr has thrived in her Perth homecoming, scoring four goals across Olympic qualifying wins against Iran and the Philippines.

AAP

Matildas to finish momentous year with Canada clashes

Two matches against Olympic champions Canada will bring down the curtain on a memorable year for 2023 World Cup semi-finalists the Matildas.

AAP

Crackdown launched on A-League ref intimidation

Players in the A-League Men and Women can expect to be booked if they rush in and try to intimidate officials this season.

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‘Australians aren’t interested’: Postecoglou doubts Matildas’ World Cup legacy

The Tottenham Hotspur manager says there won’t be influx of resources into the game

The Guardian - AU

Saudi Arabia bid for 2034 World Cup strengthened after Australia and New Zealand hit hurdle

With six hosts for the 2030 World Cup, led by Spain, Portugal and Morocco, but also including Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay, Saudi Arabia’s only competition comes from Oceania

The Independent UK

Australia explore 2034 World Cup bid despite Asian blow

Australia will still look at hosting the men's 2034 soccer World Cup despite Asia's football confederation flagging support for Saudi Arabia's bid.

AAP

Football Australia Considered Selling Off The Matildas And Good Bloody Thing They Didn’t

The Guardian has revealed that Football Australia had considered selling off the Matildas, Socceroos, and other assets in 2020.

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Morning Mail: the fight to succeed Daniel Andrews, Football Australia’s secret privatisation plan, Albanese’s voice hopes

Prime minister tells Guardian Australia he’s still fighting for a positive vote, while Labor MPs contemplate the end of the Andrews era

The Guardian - AU

Football Australia considered selling off Matildas and Socceroos to private equity firm for 99 years

Exclusive: document shows rights to national teams, A-Leagues and data of all football participants, including children, was part of possible deal

The Guardian - AU

Matildas and Socceroos keen to lock in new pay deal

The current collective bargaining agreement for the Socceroos and Matildas expires on Sunday, and players are keen to get their new pay deal locked in.

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The Guardian - AU

Matildas’ Olympic qualifier moved to bigger stadium due to soaring demand for tickets

Soaring demand for Matildas tickets has prompted Football Australia to move a crucial Olympic qualifier in October to a 60,000-capacity stadium

The Guardian - AU

Football Australia chair Chris Nikou to step down at pivotal time for game

Chris Nikou has announced he will stand down as chair of Football Australia before the end of the year with the game at a ‘pivotal’ juncture

The Guardian - AU

‘It’s so backwards’: women call for equal prize money in South Australian football

Players in the state’s Women’s National Premier League compete for less than a third of the prize money allocated to men

Newcastle Herald

Bucket man pitch invader jailed for A-League incursion

It was described as the 'darkest day' for Australian football.

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The Guardian - AU

Tony Gustavsson demands investment in women’s football after success of World Cup

Tony Gustavsson insists Australia’s showing at the World Cup is just the start of a journey and has challenged Football Australia to make a meaningful investment

The Guardian - AU

Matildas vow to end World Cup on a high in third-place playoff against Sweden

The Matildas will be fighting hard for third place with Tony Gustavsson to send out a full-strength side and just Alanna Kennedy unavailable

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: Border force raids Sydney home; Hillsong founder acquitted; and the game that stopped a nation

Police in hazmat suits raid property in Arncliffe after reports of nuclear isotopes being found

The Guardian - AU

‘The future looks bright’: talk turns to how Australia must capitalise on Matildas’ World Cup success

The Matildas have played their part in raising the profile of football but for everyone else the hard work starts now

The Guardian - AU

Matildas jerseys outsell past editions 13 to 1, as Australian fans clamour for more merchandise

Unprecedented merchandise sales have led to major stockists running low. Here’s how to buy Matildas merch, or make your own to dress the part

The Guardian - AU

Matildas enter last-chance saloon with door to World Cup last 16 still open

Australia’s subpar opening performances have set up a sliding doors moment for the tournament hosts against Canada

The Conversation

How do we keep women's football clean? Start paying players a fair wage

As the Women’s World Cup grows in size and stature, it’s not surprising concerns are also being raised about match-fixing and the integrity of the sport.

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