Sources in Ireland close to Damien Duff have cautioned that it is too soon to assess the long-term implications of the apparently serious injury he suffered at the weekend while playing in the Australian A-League.

Speculation mounts in Melbourne that Damien Duff’s Australian adventure is over after an unusual double injury in Melbourne City’s draw with Wellington on Saturday.

Ireland international and Cork native Liam Miller has signed with League of Ireland side Cork City FC for the coming season.

Is this the shortest ever appearance by a substitute in a football match?

Liam Miller is the latest player to be linked to John Caulfield’s Cork City, according to the Evening Echo.

Adelaide United winger Awer Mabil was left red-faced today after somehow not scoring from two yards in front of an open goal.

William Gallas has reignited the storm around Thierry Henry’s ‘Hand of Gaul’ handball in the 2010 World Cup qualifying play-offs, stating that an Irish player would have acted the same had he scored a goal in similar circumstances.

Former Republic of Ireland midfielder Liam Miller insists he has no regrets about joining Manchester United even though he never had a chance to fulfil the promise that got him to Old Trafford in the first place.

Australian club Perth Glory have ruled out making a move for Stoke City forward Michael Owen.

Michael Owen's future could lie in Australia after Perth Glory claimed they have been approached by the former England striker's agent about a move.

Perth Glory coach Ian Ferguson would be happy to roll out the red carpet should the club succeed in their ambitious bid to bring David Beckham to the A-League.

David Beckham is to leave the Los Angeles Galaxy after next month's MLS Cup - with speculation surrounding his next move already gathering pace.

It’s Miller time again.

Melbourne Victory 0 Celtic 1

Perth Glory 0 Celtic 2

New Celtic recruit Adam Matthews is relishing the opportunity to show fans what he is capable of while on the club’s pre-season tour of Australia.

Republic of Ireland international and former Manchester United and Celtic midfielder Liam Miller has joined Perth Glory on a two-year deal.

Former Liverpool striker Robbie Fowler has verbally accepted an offer to re-join Perth Glory for next season although a contract is yet to be signed.

Former Liverpool striker Robbie Fowler has criticised Fernando Torres following his record-breaking move to Chelsea.

Australia coach Pim Verbeek is happy to concede he is taking a calculated risk on Harry Kewell's fitness ahead of the World Cup finals, but believes the striker's qualities ensure it is worth it.

LIVERPOOL legend Robbie Fowler believes the time may be right for boss Rafael Benitez to leave the club.

Robbie Fowler has signed on as Perth Glory’s marquee player for next season after resisting overtures from A-League champions Sydney FC.

AUSTRALIA coach Pim Verbeek continues to test out his options ahead of next year’s World Cup after naming three newcomers and recalling Ante Covic and Patrick Kisnorbo to the squad for the friendly against the Republic of Ireland on August 12 at Thomond Park in Limerick.

WOLVES record signing Kevin Doyle cannot wait to pull on a gold shirt for the first time in Friday’s pre-season friendly against Perth Glory.

Wolves record signing Kevin Doyle cannot wait to pull on a gold shirt for the first time in Friday’s pre-season friendly against Perth Glory.

Perth Glory have completed the signing of veteran defender Andy Todd from Derby on a one-year deal.

Everton will play a pre-season friendly against Perth Glory if the Premier League side can organise a second match in Australia, the A-League club have announced.

Former Birmingham and West Ham winger Stan Lazaridis has been banned for 12 months after failing a drugs test.

Former West Ham and Birmingham winger Stan Lazaridis has tested positive for a banned substance, his club Perth Glory confirmed today.

Craig Moore is set to fulfill the dream which has cost him his Rangers career after being named in Australia’s Olympic squad.

WHILE the travel brochures promised Mediterranean temperatures and sun-drenched beaches, Perth was simply wet and windy yesterday morning as Ireland trained at the Fremantle Oval on the outskirts of the city.