On the eve of a high-level visit from the Asian Football Confederation, Sydney FC coach Graham Arnold wants the A-League to introduce a quota for Asian players, while Football Federation Australia has thrown tentative support behind what could be the most significant rule change in the competition’s history.
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Rio Paralympics 2016: Canberra runner Michael Roeger in pursuit of gold
Michael Roeger’s journey to be Paralympic favourite and 1500m world record holder has been slow and progressive.
Fresh from derby success, Manchester City court Asian fans
As they try to woo fans across Asia, Manchester City have taken a focused and systematic approach, opening up a commercial office in Shanghai earlier this year, in addition to regional bases in Singapore, Tokyo, Melbourne and Abu Dhabi. But some things are impossible to plan for, like when striker Sergio Aguero posed for a selfie with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Bernard Tomic plans to cut back tennis playing schedule in 2017
Bernard Tomic plans on cutting back his 2017 playing schedule as he fights a head cold on the eve of Australia’s Davis Cup World Group playoff with Slovakia.
Broncos v Cowboys: North Queensland's Hannant out to keep NRL career alive
Sudden death football has taken on a whole new meaning for North Queensland veteran forward Ben Hannant ahead of Friday night’s NRL must-win semi-final against Brisbane in Townsville.
W-League players could get pay boost as competition for female talent heats up
As competition heats up to pay higher wages to female athletes, FFA has admitted many W-League players have been playing for nothing.
Rio Paralympics 2016: Curtis McGrath delivers on promise of gold four years after losing legs to IED
When Curtis McGrath lost his legs in Afghanistan four years ago, he told the rescue chopper ‘you guys will see me in the Paralympics’. He wasn’t kidding.
Twitter debuts NFL streaming service to positive reviews
The popular social media website streamed a live NFL game for the first time.
Socceroos shoot up FIFA world rankings after World Cup qualifier wins
The Socceroos have made the biggest move amongst top 50 nations in the latest FIFA rankings, shooting up 12 spots to No.45 in the world.
Racing: Tommy Berry goes from thorn in English's side to on her back for the Shorts
Tommy Berry has been a thorn in English’s side, beating her twice in group 1s, but he knows how scintillating her sprint can be from in the saddle and from chasing her.