Sport

Jewel in the crown: Just how much are Socceroos and Matildas worth to the broadcasters?

After the astronomical ratings achieved during the Matildas’ run to the semi-finals of the Women’s World Cup and the continued levels of support given to the Socceroos’ stellar efforts on the world stage, the soon-to-be-announced corporate broadcast deal that embraces Australia’s national football teams should… Read More »Jewel in the crown: Just how much are Socceroos and Matildas worth to the broadcasters?

Winning a World Cup takes more than just good form: Was India a victim of its own success heading into the final?

India illustrated the notion that if your fear of losing is greater than your will to win then you are going to find yourselves in trouble at some vital moment of the tournament – and for the World Cup hosts that moment came the final.… Read More »Winning a World Cup takes more than just good form: Was India a victim of its own success heading into the final?

Marko Stamenic: The rising Kiwi international who is quietly surprising one of European football’s famous clubs

A few months ago, in a sizzling European summer of record-breaking heat, former heavyweight Red Star Belgrade saw a staggering 16 players leave the famous club. The outgoing player list was headlined by the AU$15 million sale of Strahinja Eraković – who was eligible to… Read More »Marko Stamenic: The rising Kiwi international who is quietly surprising one of European football’s famous clubs