Rest of the World

Since joining the Asian confederation, Australia's clubs have had to get used to a new tournament, the Asian Champions League. This testing competition is being mastered by some, but not all.

Beautiful Game Under Threat from Unexpected Source?

The beautiful game, our beautiful game, may soon be under threat from an unexpected source.

Dutchman Verbeek can become Honorary Aussie

The relatively unknown Dutchman Pim Verbeek is charged with the difficult task of fulfilling the footballing ambitions of Australia...

Will This be the Lucky Number 13 for MLS?

MLS is back for its 13th season. It only seems like yesterday the league started, but its rate of growth has been impressive. David Beckham has not been the only quality player to have been tempted over from Europe. Further teams have also been added with the...

Politics Make South Africans Doubt 2010

Soon after Euro 2008 draws to a close in Austria/Switzerland eyes will turn to the next major international tournament: the World Cup in South Africa in 2010. Everything is not running as smoothly as hoped for Africa's first World Cup hosts.

Is this the End for Ronaldo?

Ronaldo is a true legend of the game and amazingly is still only 31. When you consider the injury problems he has suffered it only makes his acheivements all the more remarkable. Now he must recover yet again.

Challenges Ahead for Socceroos in Asia

Scott Musgrave on Australia's national side, the Socceroos. Tough times lie ahead having moved from the Oceanic confederation.