Paul Wade
AustraliaathleteMaleb. 19636.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Paul Wade is a former Australian footballer who captained the national team, the Socceroos, in the 1990s. He is known for his significant contributions to Australian football, particularly during a pivotal time for the sport in the country. Wade played as a midfielder and was part of the squad that faced Diego Maradona's Argentina in a World Cup qualifying match in 1993, which remains a historic moment in Australian football.
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Paul Wade discussed his likely diagnosis of CTE and its implications.
Did V’landys really have the Queen’s mobile number? I am … unconvincedThe Sydney Morning Herald·Australia· 2026-07-24
Australia· 2026-07-24
Wade’s diagnosis of probable CTE brings the discussion not only to Australian soccer’s doorstep, but inside the house.
Paul Wade’s CTE warning leaves Football Australia with nowhere to hide on headingThe Sydney Morning Herald·Australia· 2026-07-24
Australia· 2026-07-24
Paul Wade was the captain of the Socceroos during the World Cup qualifying tie against Argentina in 1993.
Sydney’s iconic football stadium may lose World Cup qualifiers due to issues with playing surfaceThe Sydney Morning Herald·Australia· 2025-07-24
Australia· 2025-07-24
