Covic is our Schmeichel, says Jets coach
By Michael Cox Newcastle coach Gary van Egmond has likened the influence of goalkeeper Ante Covic at the Jets to that of former Manchester United custodian Peter Schmeichel.
Schwarzer's 'Boro talks put on ice
Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate will hold off on contract talks with Mark Schwarzer to avoid disrupting the Socceroos goalkeeper's rich vein of form.
Roar chief welcomes A-League expansion
Queensland Roar chief executive Lawrence Oudendyk says he is excited by the possible inclusion of two new Queensland A-League teams.
Aussie research wins FIFA scholarship
An Australian study into how soccer referees communicate their decisions and player reaction to those calls has won a prestigious scholarship from FIFA.
UEFA awaiting report on laser claim
UEFA is awaiting a report before deciding whether to investigate a complaint about a laser beam being directed at the Man United's goalkeeper's eyes.
Sydney FC defeated 3-0 in Hawaii
Sydney FC was defeated 3-0 by reigning MLS Champions Houston Dynamo in the first round of the Pan Pacific Championships at Aloha Stadium in Hawaii.
Cahill supports international round
Socceroo Tim Cahill, has urged soccer authorities not to turn their backs on staging an international round of the English Premier League.
New teams to test A-League's viability
By Philip Henderson, Jim Morton and Laine Clark The long-term viability of the A-League is set to be put to the test in six months with the competition poised to expand to 10 teams.
Jets target revenge as jabs continue
By Philip Henderson and Michael Cox Newcastle skipper Jade North left no doubt the Jets would be out for revenge in Sunday's A-League grand final against Central Coast as the taunting continued.
Olyroos face Mexico in Olympic warm-up
The Olyroos will begin preparations for the Beijing Olympics with a match against Mexico in San Francisco next month.
Baby, final and Asian trip for Ceccoli
By Philip Henderson A return home for the birth of his second child has delivered a twin-set of unexpected bonuses for Central Coast defender Alvin Ceccoli.
Germany reduces stadium bans
German soccer authorities reduced the standard stadium ban given to violent fans from five to three years.
Poland coach Leo Beenhakker honoured
Poland coach Leo Beenhakker was honoured by the country's president for his success in qualifying the team for the European Championship.
Atletico's Aguero banned for spitting
Atletico Madrid striker Sergio Aguero was suspended for two matches after being sent off for spitting in a UEFA Cup match last week.
Farina cautious over A-League expansion
By Jim Morton Former Socceroos coach Frank Farina has delivered words of warning as the A-League looks set to expand into a 10-team competition.
Sydney FC chasing silverware in Hawaii
By Philip Henderson A trip to Hawaii may have been the up-shot to Sydney FC's A-League finals departure, but John Kosmina is determined to turn that silver-lining into silverware.
Ogdenovski signs with Adelaide United
Adelaide United have made good on their promise to shore up a suspect A-League defence by signing Queensland Roar centre-half Sasa Ogdenovski for two years.
Beware our strike force, say Mariners
By Michael Cox Central Coast coach Lawrie McKinna believes Newcastle counterpart Gary van Egmond may have a few restless nights ahead of the A-League grand final.
Spencer keen to settle A-League score
By Michael Cox Newcastle midfielder Noel Spencer says the pain of losing the 2006 grand final will be a motivating factor in this Sunday's A-League decider.
Jets having some fun before grand final
By Michael Cox Newcastle opted for dodge-ball and frisbee-football as Gary van Egmond employed some unorthodox methods ahead of Sunday's A-League grand final.
