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Matildas players celebrate Michelle Heyman's first-half strike against DPR Korea.

Westfield Matildas qualify for the Rio Olympics!

The Westfield Matildas have booked a spot at the Olympics for the first time since 2004 after a stirring 2-1 win over the world ranked 6th DPR Korea in Osaka on Monday night.

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Hyundai A-League Round 22 Team of the Week

Here’s our selection from the round's action as the run-in to the Premiership and the top six heats up.

Wanderers striker Brendon Santalab goes for a run against the Mariners.

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Analysis: Hyundai A-League's great race

A team outside the top two could be crowned Hyundai A-League champions this season, as the competition is in the midst of its most even season since expansion.

Representatives from every Hyundai A-League club at the interactive 2015/16 season launch.

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Video technology for the Hyundai A-League?

The Hyundai A-League could be one of the first leagues in the world to implement new video technology designed to assist referees.

Westfield Matildas Elise Kellond-Knight and Emily van Egmond celebrate scoring against Vietnam.

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Matildas v DPR Korea: what you need to know

The Westfield Matildas can secure their passage to the Rio Olympics when they tackle DPR Korea in Osaka tonight (Monday). Here's everything you need to know ahead of what could be a very special night.

Socceroos striker Tim Cahill celebrates scoring against Kuwait at last year's AFC Asian Cup.

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Aussies abroad: Cahill scores on Hangzhou debut

Socceroos forward Tim Cahill has scored on his debut for Hangzhou Greentown, while Socceroo captain Mile Jedinak played a full game for Palace in the English Premier League against Liverpool.

Westfield Matildas Kyah Simon and Steph Catley celebrate a goal against Vietnam.

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Westfield Matildas’ TV ratings surge

The Westfield Matildas are on the brink of Rio Olympics qualification and Australian football fans are flocking to watch Alen Stajcic’s side on Channel 7.

Jets striker Tara Andrew was on hand to help launch FFA's Female Football Week on Monday.

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FFA launches Female Football Week

Football Federation Australia Chief Executive Officer David Gallop today officially launched FFA's Female Football Week, a national promotion and celebration of the role of women and girls in the game.

The Westfield Matildas huddle after their win over Korea Republic

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Matildas have it all to play for against DPR Korea

The Westfield Matildas can sew up an Olympic berth with a win or a draw against DPR Korea tomorrow night (Monday 7 March) in the penultimate match day of the 2016 Olympic qualifying tournament in Osaka.

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So close but job not done yet for Matildas

The Westfield Matildas woke up this morning knowing they are tantalisingly close to a spot at the Rio Olympics after recording a third successive win in their 2016 Olympic qualifying tournament.

Apostolos Giannou celebrates after scoring in the UEFA Europa League for Asteras Tripolis.

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Aussies abroad: Players push for Socceroos selection

There were plenty of players in action in the UK and Europe while the much hyped Chinese Super League kicked off its season over the weekend.

Melbourne City players celebrate one of Bruno Fornaroli's three goals against Sydney FC on Saturday night.

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Will Fornaroli's exploits translate into silverware for City?

If Melbourne City are to claim their maiden piece of Hyundai A-League silverware this season, they will undoubtedly do so thanks to striker Bruno Fornaroli.

The Westfield Matildas celebrate opening the scoring against Korea Republic.

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Westfield Matildas maintain perfect record on Road to Rio

The Westfield Matildas have continued their winning run at the Olympic qualifying tournament and moved closer to a coveted spot in Rio after accounting for Korea Republic 2-0 on Friday night in Osaka.

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Kerryn's key role as an administrator

Following the launch of #FemaleFootballWeek we catch up with Kerryn Constable, who is representative of the people powering grassroots football.

The Central Coast Mariners officially open their new Centre of Excellence on Friday. Images courtesy Jason Pratt Photography

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Prime Minister Turnbull opens Mariners' Centre of Excellence

The Central Coast Mariners have officially unveiled their new Centre of Excellence, with a number of dignitaries on hand to mark the historic occasion.

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Aurelio Vidmar departs FFA after five years’ service

Football Federation Australia (FFA) has announced that Aurelio Vidmar, former coach of the Olyroos and assistant coach of the Socceroos, has left the national body after five years’ service.

Socceroo defender Aziz Behich with James Holland and Mark Milligan.

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Socceroo defender extends Turkey stay

Socceroos fullback Aziz Behich has committed his future to Bursaspor, signing a new three-year-deal to remain with the Turkish club.

The Socceroos will face England in a May friendly at the Stadium of Light.

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Caltex Socceroos to face England in May friendly

The Caltex Socceroos and England will ignite one of Australia’s most passionate sporting rivalries on Friday 27 May with an international football clash at the Stadium of Light, Sunderland.

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Aussie ref returns from successful AFC Futsal Championships

Australian FIFA Futsal referee Chris Colley has returned to Australia after a successful performance at the 2016 AFC Futsal Championships held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan from 10 – 21 February 2016.

The Socceroos moved up one spot in the latest FIFA rankings.

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Caltex Socceroos' latest FIFA rankings

The Caltex Socceroos are up one spot to 67 in the current FIFA rankings released overnight.

Brisbane Roar striker Henrique celebrates one of his goals off the bench this season.

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Who is the Hyundai A-League’s ultimate super-sub?

Up to and including Round 21, there have been a staggering 40 goals scored by players coming off the bench this season in the Hyundai A-League.

Sydney FC players celebrate a goal in their 2-1 win over Guangzhou Evergrande.

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ACL analysis: Aussie teams busting the budget myth

It's time we stopped obsessing about the budgets of Chinese Super League clubs in the AFC Champions League, as results show they're hardly relevant.

Ange Postecoglou gives instructions to midfielder Mark Milligan during a FIFA World Cup Qualifier.

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New names tipped for next Caltex Socceroos squad

Ange Postecoglou says Socceroos fans will be excited by his next squad with a couple of new names likely to be selected as he continues to fine-tune the Green and Gold.

Roy O'Donovan returns for Central Coast Mariners this weekend.

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Hyundai A-League Round 22 - Ins and Outs

Can the Roar rebound after back to back losses? Will the Adelaide juggernaut continue? Plenty of questions will be answered this weekend. See all the squads for Round 22 right here!