Tribalism, spite and bragging rights: It's Sydney Derby time
Few matches in Australian sport can match the rivalry that has been built between Sydney FC and the Western Sydney Wanderers.
2020 Schedule
2020 Schedule
0-0-0, 10th in Australian A-League
Clubs in control of A-League need to deliver on promises
With the "unbundling" of the A-League and W-League from Football Australia official, it's time for those who promised so much to start to deliver.
Building culture in Australian football
Ahead of the 2020-21 season, the leaders of each A- and W-League team sat down with ESPN to discuss the culture of Australia's top-flight clubs.
A-League Club-by-club Guide
After an offseason of twists and turns, the A-League is finally set to return on Dec. 27. Here's all you need to know ahead of the 2020-21 campaign.
Sydney FC the benchmark as A-League season begins amid uncertainty
After 12 months like no other, the A-League returns this week. And while it may be crazy, chaotic and in flux, it's ours, writes Joey Lynch.
COVID-19 forces A-League fixture reshuffle
The A-League has been forced into a major fixture reshuffle following a COVID-19 outbreak in Sydney.
A-League stage set for Australia's next generation of goalkeepers
With 10 days until football returns, Joey Lynch looks at the race to be Mat Ryan's successor, the A-League "launch" and Sydney FC's forward line.
In a season of new beginnings, the A-League must put fans first
For too long, some of the A-League's loudest and most passionate advocates have been alienated from the game. Season 16, however, offers a new hope.
AFC Champions League 2020 Round of 16 matches set
Beijing Guoan FC and FC Tokyo highlight the first 2020 AFC Champions League Round of 16 matches on December 6.
Melbourne Victory advance by knocking off FC Seoul
Melbourne's 2-1 win over FC Seoul puts the Victory into the AFC Champions League's knockout stages for the first time since 2016.
Adailton lifts FC Tokyo into AFC CL knockout round (2:15)
Perth Glory lose to FC Tokyo in final ACL game
Perth Glory players were left fuming after being denied a late penalty in their 1-0 Asian Champions League loss to FC Tokyo in Qatar.
FFA must scrap A-League salary cap as part of DTS - players' union
As the debate over the future of Australian football rages, the PFA has made its stance on one battlefront clear: Scrap the A-League salary cap.
Melbourne Victory's hopes hang by a thread as Chiangrai bow out
Melbourne will face FC Seoul for the group's final spot in the Round of 16 as Chiangrai's first Champs League campaign winds down.
Perth Glory rescue point in fiery Champions League tie
Perth Glory have broken their AFC Champions League duck after a late Neil Kilkenny penalty secured them a 3-3 draw against Shanghai Shenhua.
Late goals sink Perth Glory again
Perth Glory were handed another cruel dose of heartbreak in the Asian Champions League after suffering a 2-0 loss to Ulsan Hyundai in Qatar.
What to make of the A-League's dismal Champions League results
Australian clubs need to ask: "Are we good enough to win in Asia? Or just the A-League?" Joey Lynch tackles the hard questions in this week's wrap.
AFC Champs League Roundup: Chiangrai trounced in 5-0 romp
Chiangrai United faced a rude awakening as they ran up against FC Seoul while Shanghai Shenhua's wholesale line change led to a slim win over Tokyo.
Ulsan Hyundai beat Perth with two late goals
Chaos in the Asian Champions League condemned Perth to heartbreak after conceding two late goals to suffer a 2-1 injury-time loss to Ulsan Hyundai.
Shenhua top inexperienced Perth as ACL East Zone restarts
The East Zone began play after an eight-month layoff with Shanghai notching its first win against a Perth side still seeking points.
Perth Glory fall to Shanghai Shenhua in AFC
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A-League sides enter quarantine in Qatar ahead of ACL restart
A-League sides Sydney FC, Melbourne Victory and Perth Glory have arrived in Qatar ahead the Asian Champions League (ACL) resumption on Wednesday.
AFC Champions League move concerns FIFPRO
Global players' union is "concerned by the lack of consultation of professional footballers in the scheduling of the AFC Champions League in Qatar".
Glory reject Fornaroli rumours as Victory circle
Perth Glory coach Richard Garcia expects Bruno Fornaroli to remain at the club despite whispers Melbourne Victory could pounce on the star striker.
Asian Champions League's East Zone matches set start date
The Asian Champions League's rescheduled group stage matches for clubs in the East Zone will be Nov. 18-Dec. 4, the AFC confirmed Tuesday.
2020-21 A Lge Table
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Coast Mariners | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +3 | 6 |
| Melbourne City FC | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Adelaide United | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +2 | 4 |
| Sydney FC | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +1 | 4 |
| Western Sydney Wanderers | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Macarthur FC | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 |
| Brisbane Roar | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| Wellington Phoenix FC | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 1 |
| Western United | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 1 |
| Perth Glory | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Melbourne Victory | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 0 |
| Newcastle Jets | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 |