national rugby league

A-Leagues mull NSW grand final call, Magic Round mooted

A-Leagues mull NSW grand final call, Magic Round mooted

The divisive decision to sell the A-League's grand final hosting rights to the NSW government could be reversed and swapped for a Magic Round-style event. 13 Sep 2023
Matildas stars call for funding after World Cup run

Matildas stars call for funding after World Cup run

Australia's players have demanded better funding for football and urged their plethora of new-found fans to stay on the bandwagon after the Women's World Cup. 17 Aug 2023
NRL dishing advice on how Matildas should handle Kerr

NRL dishing advice on how Matildas should handle Kerr

Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson has lauded Tony Gustavsson for keeping a tight lid on news of Sam Kerr's injury concerns. 21 Jul 2023
Coach declares worn pitch 'unsafe' after ALM clash

Coach declares worn pitch 'unsafe' after ALM clash

Melbourne City coach Rado Vidosic has called the AAMI Park pitch unsafe and admitted he feared for his players on the patchy surface. 10 Apr 2023
A-Leagues pride round can thrive: Cavallo

A-Leagues pride round can thrive: Cavallo

Gay footballer Josh Cavallo has lamented the Cairns Taipans' decision not to wear pride jerseys but thinks A-Leagues players will embrace a pride round. 30 Jan 2023
Aloisi leans on AFL, cricket counterparts ahead of A-League semi

Aloisi leans on AFL, cricket counterparts ahead of A-League semi

Western United coach John Aloisi is preparing for a crunch A-League Men semi-final match but has the likes of Craig McRae and Andrew McDonald to lean on. 21 May 2022
Rudan raises CommBank Stadium concerns

Rudan raises CommBank Stadium concerns

Wanderers coach Mark Rudan says he is keen to discuss concerns over the CommBank Stadium playing surface with venue management. 13 Apr 2022
A-League considers delayed start to season

A-League considers delayed start to season

The A-League is prepared for the possibility of a delayed the start of the season amid coronavirus outbreaks, with a decision expected by the end of September. 9 Sep 2021
Ready for kick-off! Key talking points of the A-League draw

Ready for kick-off! Key talking points of the A-League draw

The major talking points for the 2020/21 A-League season following the release of the competition's fixture on Tuesday. 24 Nov 2020
Brutal schedule looms for Bankwest Stadium

Brutal schedule looms for Bankwest Stadium

NRL pacesetters Parramatta must share Bankwest Stadium with at least a dozen football clubs over the next month after the release of the revised A-League draw. 15 Jul 2020
A-League set to join Victoria sport exodus

A-League set to join Victoria sport exodus

With the NSW border closure imminent, Victoria's three A-League teams are set to join AFL, NRL and Super Rugby teams in departing the state. 6 Jul 2020
Fox confirms TV deal under review

Fox confirms TV deal under review

Fox Sports has confirmed for the first time it is reviewing its coverage of Australian football as discussions over the broadcasting of the A-League continue. 18 Jun 2020
Phoenix made to wait on Australia return

Phoenix made to wait on Australia return

Wellington Phoenix boss David Dome is frustrated by how long it's taking his side to earn clearance into Australia ahead of next month's A-League restart. 15 Jun 2020
Phoenix commit to A-League resumption

Phoenix commit to A-League resumption

The Wellington Phoenix plan on having a full-strength squad to see out the A-League season in Australia, if the competition can go ahead. 29 May 2020
A-League plans to resume in July

A-League plans to resume in July

The FFA, A-League clubs and the PFA have reached an agreement to restart the A-League season in July, pending the approval of broadcaster Fox Sports. 28 May 2020
Frustration grows among players

Frustration grows among players

Adelaide United's football director Bruce Djite says there's growing frustration among players about the lack of clarity surrounding their suspended season. 19 May 2020