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The Islamic Republic of Iran's soccer team is in Australia to compete in the Women's Asian Cup. (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerPremiumGrave concerns for Iranian soccer team in Australia

There are fears Iranian footballers will be persecuted when they return home from the Women's Asian Cup in Australia, with the government urged to take action.

Alex Mitchell

Stefan Colakovski's goal has helped Perth to a 2-2 draw at Auckland. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerAuckland, Perth left to rue A-League Men draw

Auckland FC and Perth Glory were both left to lament a missed opportunity as they fought out a dramatic 2-2 draw in the A-League Men.

Anna Harrington

Sam Sutton gets to grips with Jake Brimmer during the draw.

SoccerCommentsPremiumGlory secure away draw with high-flying Auckland

Perth Glory have overcome a slow start to come from a goal down and secure a battling, credible 2-2 draw away to second-placed Auckland FC at Go Media Stadium.

Ben Smith

Maya Hijkata celebrate a goal for Japan.

SoccerPremiumJapan thrash India by a cricket score, send Matildas warning

Japan have flexed their muscles and fired a warning shot to their fellow Women’s Asian Cup rivals as they beat India 11-0 at HBF Park to punch their ticket to the quarter-finals.

Ben Smith

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has expressed solidarity with Iranian women and girls. NewsWire / Martin Ollman

SPORT‘Grave concern’ for Iran women footballers

The future of the Iranian women’s football team remains uncertain, as the government remains tight-lipped despite calls growing to protect them in Australia.

Ria Pandey

Wrexham fought hard but Chelsea prevailed to reach the quarter-finals of the FA Cup. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerPremiumWrexham take Chelsea to extra time in FA Cup exit

Chelsea are into the quarter-finals of the FA Cup despite another stirring performance from Wrexham.

Staff Writers

Sam Kerr says she's keen to atone for past sins against South Korea at the Women's Asian Cup. (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerPremiumKorea give Kerr scope to banish ghosts of sitters past

Sam Kerr remains haunted by a miss against South Korea in he last Women's Asian Cup. Now on home soil, she's desperate to make amends.

George Clarke

Japan's Yuzuki Yamamoto scores the opening goal in their Asian Cup hammering of India. (Colin Murty/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerJapan blow India away in Women's Asian Cup thrashing

Japan have sent an ominous warning to their Women's Asian Cup rivals, tuning up their shooting boots with an 11-0 thrashing of India in Perth.

Joey Lynch

Juan Mata gave Melbourne Victory the lead but they had to settle for a draw with Sydney FC. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerPremiumMata magic not enough as Victory implode in Sydney draw

Some Juan Mata brilliance has been undone as Melbourne Victory slumped to a 2-2 draw away to Sydney FC.

George Clarke

Luca Tevere of the Glory passes the ball during the round 17 A-League Men match between Perth Glory and Newcastle Jets.

SoccerCommentsPremiumFrom part-time to pro, Tevere enjoying the ride

Luca Tevere went from a construction management job to an A-League Men debut in a matter of days — but the new Perth Glory signing already feels at home in the professional environment.

Ben Smith

Defender Mark Natta proved a match-winner for ALM leaders Newcastle against the Wanderers. (Darren Pateman/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerPremiumALM leaders ice fightback win with rare Natta goal

Newcastle have kept their A-League Men's unbeaten streak alive after Eli Adams and Mark Natta scored the goals in a 2-1 win against Western Sydney.

Sebastian Tan

The Matildas will be without Hayley Raso for their vital Asian Cup clash against South Korea. (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerPremiumFowler door opens amid Matildas star's concussion fate

Hayley Raso will watch Australia's Women's Asian Cup clash with South Korea from the sidelines after failing to finish their win over Iran.

George Clarke

Liverpool are through to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup after a convincing 3-1 win over Wolves. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerPremiumRobertson lifts Liverpool into FA Cup quarter-finals

Defender Andy Robertson was the unlikely architect of Liverpool's 3-1 FA Cup victory over Wolves which eased some of the pressure on head coach Arne Slot.

Staff Writers

Cristiano Ronaldo's hamstring injury is worse than first feared and he is facing some time away. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerPremiumRonaldo's injury more serious than first thought

Al-Nassr coach Jorge Jesus says Cristiano Ronaldo's hamstring injury is more serious than first thought.

Staff Writers

LOOK AT ME: Alanna Kennedy is revelling in her new role under coach Joe Montemurro. (Matt Turner/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerPremiumReborn Matildas warrior chasing 'fairytale ending'

With her international career given a new lease of life by Joe Montemurro, Alanna Kennedy is chasing one thing as the Matildas' Asian Cup campaign heats up.

George Clarke

Crystal Palace's Ismaila Sarr beats Vicario to score in their crucial win over Tottenham in London. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerPremiumTottenham in strife as Crystal Palace add to woes

Tottenham have gone 11 league games without a win after a 3-1 loss to Crystal Palace at home, leaving the north-London club just one point above the drop zone.

Staff Writers

Regragui is thrown in the air after leading Morocco to the 2022 World Cup semi-finals. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerMorocco coach Regragui quits post as World Cup looms

Morocco have a new coach just months out from the 2026 World Cup after the country's most successful mentor Walid Regragui quit his post.

Staff Writers

Mary Fowler, Sam Kerr and Caitlin Foord represent Australia's best strike force. (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerPremiumKerr's big Fowler call as Matildas star breaks drought

Joe Montemurro has taken his time to unleash a Matildas' frontline of Caitlin Foord, Mary Fowler and Sam Kerr -- and he's now reaping the rewards.

George Clarke

Iran players saluted instead of singing their national anthem before the Matildas match. (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerPremium'Traitors': Iran state TV slams football team's silence

Iran's state television has called for its women's team to be punished for failing to sing the anthem.

George Clarke

Iran players saluted instead of singing their national anthem before the Matildas match. (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerComments'Traitors': Iran state TV slams soccer team's silence

Iran's state television has called for its women's team to be punished for failing to sing the anthem.

George Clarke

Ellie Carpenter (right) impressed against Iran.

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Cobwebs blown away, now Matildas prepare for a challenge

The Women’s Asian Cup may be five days-old and Australia have already played two games, but the Matildas’ campaign will begin proper on Sunday when they face South Korea in a winner-takes-all bout in Sydney.

Ben Smith

The Matildas have booked their spot in the Women’s Asian Cup quarter-finals.

SoccerCommentsMatildas put four on Iran as Korea clash looms

The Matildas have booked their spot in the Women’s Asian Cup quarter-finals, but need to defeat South Korea in Sydney on Sunday to qualify top of Group A despite a 4-0 win over Iran.

Ben Smith

Iran players saluted during the Iran anthem ahead of the Women's Asian Cup match against Australia. (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)

ASIAN CUPIran players backflip on national anthem before Matildas clash

The women changed tack to sing and salute before the high-profile match.

Joel Gould and George Clarke, AAP

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SPORTPremiumProtest erupts ahead of Iran’s women’s match

Protesters have gathered outside Gold Coast stadium in support of Iran’s women’s team, amid allegations the team are under surveillance and being chaperoned.

Abisha Sapkota