Australia must move on from its obsession with dual nationals Australia spends an inordinate amount of time -- and column inches -- dedicated to the will-he, won't-he sagas of dual-nationals. Joey Lynch takes a look at the increasingly frustrating phenomenon.

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Wrote about 💫 nuance 💫

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With the last international window before the Socceroos head to the United States in the books, a look at three of the biggest questions still hovering over the 26-player squad.

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Something on each of the four #UCL games this week, for @espn.com

A quarter-by-quarter analysis of Carlton's game-plan.

Heidelberg in priority position for ACL2 berth: FA Heidelberg United may find itself on the Asian stage, after Football Australia confirmed that the Australia Cup runners-up will receive priority for Australia's slot in the ACL2 should Cup winners New...

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Heidelberg United may soon find itself representing Australia on the Asian stage, after FA confirmed that the Australia Cup runners-up will receive priority for a slot in the ACL2 should Newcastle secure Australia’s spot in the ACLE

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Continuity key for Joe Montemurro and Matildas Continuity is key for Joe Montemurro and the Matildas but should a different kind of squad have been selected for this April international window?

Still unsure how to compute the latest Tillies squad 🤷‍♀️

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Should the USMNT be concerned about Pulisic's goal drought? Roberto Martinez may think that it is "worthless" to read into any results ahead of the World Cup, but alarm bells must surely be ringing in the USMNT camp over Christian Pulisic's 14-match goal droug...

Mauricio Pochettino and the #USMNT tried really, really hard to get Christian Pulisic going against Portugal on Tuesday night. It didn't happen. (Poch also has a LOT of decisions to make between now and late-May.)

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Led by Graham Arnold, Iraq have beaten Bolivia to clinch the final spot at the 2026 World Cup! ⚽

Against all odds, Arnold and Iraq clinch the final 2026 World Cup spot For the first time in 40 years, Iraq have secured a place at the FIFA World Cup. Under the guidance of Graham Arnold, it's a remarkable achievement considering the obstacles this squad has faced.

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Given the way things have all played out, Iraq probably couldn’t have asked for someone better to have in the dugout than Graham Arnold as they broke a four-decade absence from the FIFA World Cup.

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How Australia plans to use Irankunda & Co. to surprise Group D If you want an insight on how Australia will play at the World Cup, Tuesday's late smash-and-grab 5-1 win over Curacao was telling.

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On the King of Pop, indivdual brilliance, the risk and reward of grinding down opponents, and moonwalking with the one who brought you.

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Absolute shame that Italy isn't heading to the World Cup...

Adelaide 36ers club statement on personal attacks that reads: "The 36ers understand that body shaming is not a joke but rather, a very real source of anxiety and emotional distress for people of all genders and ages. We also stand against cyber-bullying in all its forms."

What on Earth is going on in the #NBL?!

USMNT handed reality check by Doku, Belgium ahead of World Cup Belgium provided a sobering assessment of where the USMNT currently stands, doling out a heavy 5-2 defeat that will leave Mauricio Pochettino with plenty to ponder.

The #usmnt was given a rough lesson on what is needed to compete at a World Cup level. It's not time to panic just yet, but Mauricio Pochettino and his players have a lot of work to do. That starts in the coming days with Tuesday's match against Portugal.

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I hope recent events don’t ruin Tiger Woods chances of receiving the FIFA Best Driver award.

Matildas need 'consistency' to hit new heights Looking ahead to the next major tournament, Matildas coach Joe Montemurro is clear on what his side needs to reach new heights.

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Consistency. That's what Matildas boss Joe Montemurro feels is needed for new heights in 2027 WWC and beyond. More consistent top-level opposition, more consistent pathways and structures, and a consistent Aussie football identity

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Montemurro confident Matildas can adapt to Japan test Joe Montemurro is confident the Matildas have grown since their last meeting with Japan as the pair write a new chapter in one of Asia's best rivalries.

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No Clare Hunt in the bit of #Matildas training media was allowed to observe

Sam Kerr, after subbing out of the pre-match press conference, a full participant

On the game, Joe Montemurro feels his side’s adaptability bodes well

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Japan continue to look unstoppable as they set up Asian Cup finale with Matildas Facing their biggest test yet at the Women's Asian Cup, Japan simply brushed aside South Korea to reach Saturday's final.

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And lo, did the march of Japan continue, logging a 4-1 win to defeat South Korea at Stadium Australia and book a place in Saturday's AFC Women's Asian Cup final against the Matildas.

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Fox Footy laying it on thick with the Izak Rankine redemption arc. What trash 🚮

WAC talking points: Torpey, Shao the surprise standouts The quarterfinals of the Women's Asian Cup dished up some wonderful football with Australia, China, South Korea, and Japan progressing to the semifinals. ESPN's writers break down all the big talking ...

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"That's tournament football": Montemurro's Matildas through to semis The pressures of tournament football meant the Matildas didn't play the Montemurro way. But they got the result they needed to book a place in the semifinals and at next year's Women's World Cup.

The simplest way I can describe the Matildas win over North Korea is that the answer was right but the working out felt very, very off.

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MATILDAS ADVANCE TO THE SEMIFINALS! 🙌 🙌

Alanna Kennedy and Sam Kerr the goal scorers in the 2-1 win!

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New Football Australia CEO Martin Kugeler 1-on-1 | Socceroos, Matildas, A-Leagues and grassroots YouTube video by ESPN Australia

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Martin Kugeler is the new CEO of Football Australia.

We spoke on the federation, national teams, the A-Liga, facilities, supporting the NSD, the NPL and grassroots, and more.

Hopefully, something for all Aussie football fans.

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Socceroos compiling dossier on Mauricio Pochettino, USMNT Socceroos boss Tony Popovic is trying to learn everything there is to know about the USMNT and the rest of their group-stage opponents ahead of this year's World Cup.

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What does Mauricio Pochettino have for breakfast? Socceroos boss Tony Popovic isn't sure, but he's not opposed to finding out, as he and his staff try to dive into the #USMNT and the rest of their World Cup group-stage opponents.

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Women's Asian Cup: Quarterfinal favourites, put your hand up! Matchday three of the group stage produced some great games and the quartertfinals are now set. ESPN's writers break down all the big talking points from the final round of matches.

The group stage of the Women's Asian Cup has drawn to a close, and Matchday 3 was the best of the lot.

Talking points from me and two of the best in Joey and Gabe.

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Women's World Cup qualification via Women's Asian Cup: How does it work? The Women's Asian Cup is more than just a tournament to crown Asia's best, it doubles as Women's World Cup qualification. But how does it work?

As we enter the knockout stages of #WAC2026 we also enter the World Cup qualification stage. How does it all work? What paths to qualification are there? How many spots are available? I've got all the answers

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Football Australia CEO Martin Kugeler discusses the latest developments involving Iranian women's team players who have been granted asylym by the Australian government.

Jackson Irvine was in danger of missing World Cup - Tony Popovic As recently as last month, Tony Popovic thought Socceroos captain Jackson Irvine wouldn't be available to play the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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As recently as last month, Tony Popovic thought Jackson Irvine wouldn't be available to play the World Cup

Updates from the #Socceroos coach on Irvine’s ongoing management of his troublesome foot, as well as Harry Souttar’s status

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Can Matildas overcome hiccups to keep progressing at the Asian Cup? It was a 3-3 draw that felt like a loss. And now Joe Montemurro and the Matildas need to bounce back ahead of an Asian Cup quarterfinal.

There's always a little hiccup along the way. Are the Matildas up to the challenge?

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