Australia scraps Europe plans amid COVID crisis
Europe's worsening coronavirus situation has forced FFA to scrap plans for the Socceroos and Matildas to play friendly matches on the continent.
2019 Schedule
All times ET
AustraliaAUSPPD
JORJOR- AustraliaAUSPPD
TPETPE 
NEPNEPPPDAustraliaAUS- AustraliaAUSPPD
KUWKUW - JORJOR0FT1AustraliaAUS
- TPETPE1FT7AustraliaAUS
- AustraliaAUS5FT0NEPNEP
- KUWKUW0FT3AustraliaAUS
KORKOR1FT0AustraliaAUS
UAEUAE1FT0AustraliaAUS- AustraliaAUS0FT
0UZBUZB - AustraliaAUS3FT
2SYRSYR 
PALPAL0FT3AustraliaAUS- AustraliaAUS0FT1JORJOR
2019 Schedule
4-0-0, 1st in FIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
AustraliaAUS06/1FT1JORJOR- PALPAL011/1FT3AustraliaAUS
- AustraliaAUS315/1FT2SYRSYR
- AustraliaAUS021/1FT0UZBUZB
- UAEUAE125/1FT0AustraliaAUS
- KORKOR17/6FT0AustraliaAUS
- KUWKUW010/9FT3AustraliaAUS
- AustraliaAUS510/10FT0NEPNEP
- TPETPE115/10FT7AustraliaAUS
- JORJOR014/11FT1AustraliaAUS
- AustraliaAUS0FT0KUWKUW
- NEPNEP0FT0AustraliaAUS
- AustraliaAUS0FT0TPETPE
- AustraliaAUS0FT0JORJOR
Arnold remains Socceroos boss, A-League clubs making moves
Coaching drama, again, was the big story in Australia this week -- albeit one that didn't end with the Socceroos left at the altar like the Jets.
Socceroos boss turns down approach from FC Seoul
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has turned down an offer from K-League powerhouse FC Seoul.
Arnold considering Socceroos exit - report
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold may quit the national team as soon as this week with a Korean club lining him up as their new boss.
FFA to reform Australia's poor grassroots system
FFA has flagged major changes in football's grassroots after research found a worrying a lack of minutes for young players and an aging A-League.
Roos' Ryan, Matildas' Catley win Aus POTY awards
Socceroos goalkeeper Mat Ryan and Matildas left-back Steph Catley have been named the PFA's footballers of the year.
Pressure is on new Matildas boss Gustavsson, but there is hope
There is a sense of hope with the Matildas' hiring of Tony Gustavsson, which also brings some stability to the post ahead of some big tournaments.
Australia national teams ready for big year; COVID complications in focus
When even the launch of a new kit sparks controversy, you know it's been a spicy week in Australian football. Here's the latest wrap from Australia.
Behind the scenes in the A-League pay dispute
There's enough drama and subterfuge going on at FFA, APFCA and PFA right now to fill a novel. It must be time for another Australian football wrap!
Awaritefe replaces Schwab as chair of Australia's players' union
Brendan Schwab has stepped down as chair of the Professional Footballers Australia players' union, with Francis Awaritefe replacing him in the role.
Diamanti crowned A-League Player of the Year
Western United's Alessandro Diamanti was crowned A-League Player of the Year after an impressive debut campaign.
Al-Wehda swoop for Newcastle Jets star Dimi Petratos
Socceroos midfielder Dimi Petratos has signed with Saudi Pro League club Al-Wehda.
CBA impasse has A-League clubs considering standing down players
The A-League season is over, but the action behind the scenes is heating up! Joey Lynch caps off yet another tumultuous week in Australian football.
Aaron Mooy leaving Brighton for Shanghai SIPG
The Socceroos midfielder made 32 appearances for the Seagulls last season after signing a 3 1/2-year deal in January.
FFA ready to focus on national second division - Johnson
FFA CEO James Johnson joins ESPN to discuss the white whale of Australian football: The introduction of a national second division.
James Johnson vows to back new FFA technical director Trevor Morgan
Australia's newly installed interim TD Trevor Morgan will not face the same barriers his predecessor did, FFA CEO James Johnson has assured ESPN.
Australia appoints Trevor Morgan as interim national technical director
Trevor Morgan has been named interim FFA national technical director and will hold the role while continuing to lead Australia's U17 soccer team.
Victory need good decisions to vindicate pride
The A-league's regular season is coming to an end. Before finals football and a topsy-turvy offseason, it's time for another recap.
Federici joins A-League expansion club Macarthur FC
The goalkeeper, who most recently played for Australia in 2016, joins the Bulls after a two-season spell with English Championship club Stoke City.
Ex-Australia captain Jedinak retires from football
The 35-year old, who earned 79 caps for the Socceroos and led them to the 2015 Asian Cup title had been released by Aston Villa last year.
Bruce Djite and Kyah Simon on racism in Australian football: 'We aren't immune to it'
What can football do to ensure that the fight against racism continues beyond the events of 2020? Bruce Djite and Kyah Simon spoke to ESPN.
How Australia and N.Z. won the right to host Women's World Cup
Bleary eyed yet euphoric, Aussies and Kiwis will wake up on Friday knowing that the World Cup is headed Down Under. Here's how the bid was won.
Sources: 2023 Women's WC vote to go to the wire
Australia and New Zealand's hopes of hosting their first ever World Cup appear to be in the hands of Africa's voting bloc, sources have told ESPN.
Idrus Abdulahi on settling in Australia, Joeys stardom and Black Lives Matter
Despite having the world at his feet, Melbourne City's Idrus Abdulahi is still faced with challenges that are all too familiar for far too many.
New TV deal buys FFA time to plan a better future for Australian football
It's hard to see the TV deal between the FFA and Fox Sports as anything less than a win for football in the short-term. But what about the future?
2019-21 WCQ Ladder
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +15 | 12 |
| Kuwait | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | +14 | 10 |
| Jordan | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | +8 | 10 |
| Nepal | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -14 | 3 |
| Chinese Taipei | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | -23 | 0 |
2019-21 Team LeadersFIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsFIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC
Goal Difference15
Goals Scored16
Assists0
Goals Conceded1