Socceroos winger Mabil signs with Melbourne City after 11 years in Europe

Socceroos winger Awer Mabil signed a three-year deal with Melbourne City FC. The 30-year-old played in Europe for 11 years.

Why it mattersMabil gets to play at home near family after years abroad. The A-League picks up an experienced player.

AustraliaMelbourne City strengthens its squad with an experienced Socceroos player; the A-League continues attracting returning Australian talent.

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UEFA change makes it tougher for Scottish Europa League clubs

From next season, Europa League qualifying splits into separate champion and non-champion paths, with Scotland's path becoming far stronger and tougher.

Why it mattersScottish clubs now face systematically tougher opposition in their path to Europe's group stage, reducing their chances of advancing.