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'Whatever we want, whenever we want': Socceroos have far superior World Cup base than France

'Whatever we want, whenever we want': Socceroos have far superior World Cup base than France

Coach Graham Arnold believes the Socceroos have one advantage over reigning World Cup champions France. 22 Nov 2022
Australian government commends Qatar on World Cup

Australian government commends Qatar on World Cup

Sports Minister Anika Wells will travel to Qatar for the World Cup this week with shadow minister Anne Ruston, keen to engage on human rights issues. 21 Nov 2022
Saudis, not Socceroos, are the new Asian heavyweights

Saudis, not Socceroos, are the new Asian heavyweights

There is a new reality in Asia. 12 Nov 2021
Mooy’s Socceroos stand-in wants a Saudi win and a European contract: ‘Pretty or ugly’

Mooy’s Socceroos stand-in wants a Saudi win and a European contract: ‘Pretty or ugly’

Midfielder James Jeggo says the Socceroos have discovered the knack of winning “pretty or ugly” and are primed to topple Saudi Arabia on Thursday night to return to the top of the pile en route to qualifying for the 2022 World Cup. 11 Nov 2021
Peru fails in bid to poach ex-Joeys World Cup star

Peru fails in bid to poach ex-Joeys World Cup star

Former Joeys winger Tristan Hammond has knocked back an approach to switch allegiances to Peru - opting to instead pursue a future as an Olyroo and potential Socceroos star. 4 Nov 2021
Socceroos advantage over Saudis: ‘They’ve barely travelled yet’

Socceroos advantage over Saudis: ‘They’ve barely travelled yet’

Socceroos coach Graham Arnold is confident Saudi Arabia will be toppled off top spot when the nations meet in Thursday week’s crucial Group B World Cup qualifier in Sydney. 1 Nov 2021
Socceroos now to face Saudi Arabia in uncertain circumstances

Socceroos now to face Saudi Arabia in uncertain circumstances

The Socceroos registered their first World Cup qualifying defeat in 12 matches and their first loss since June 2019 with defeat to Japan. 13 Oct 2021
'They fear Australia from set pieces': Insider’s view on Socceroos vs Oman

'They fear Australia from set pieces': Insider’s view on Socceroos vs Oman

Oman-based Aussie footballer Ante Bakmaz believes Oman will be confident they can get a result from their World Cup qualifier against the Socceroos, but that they fear Australia's set-piece power. 7 Oct 2021
Preview: Matildas vs Republic of Ireland

Preview: Matildas vs Republic of Ireland

The Matildas face the Republic of Ireland for the first time tomorrow. It will be a new opponent with familiar faces. 21 Sep 2021
Ex-Socceroo: ‘It's naive to think that we can go to Asia and dominate'

Ex-Socceroo: ‘It's naive to think that we can go to Asia and dominate'

Former Socceroo Scott Ollerenshaw says many Australian football fans have unrealistic expectations of the national team after a muted reaction to the 1-0 win over Vietnam. 9 Sep 2021
Socceroos break all-time Asian record showing ‘signs of a good team’

Socceroos break all-time Asian record showing ‘signs of a good team’

The Socceroos set a new Asian record for consecutive World Cup qualifying wins but coach Graham Arnold knows a 1-0 victory over Vietnam was far from perfect. 8 Sep 2021
Socceroos’ sole A-League star wins ‘tough’ slog against Vietnam

Socceroos’ sole A-League star wins ‘tough’ slog against Vietnam

A first international goal for fullback Rhyan Grant has secured Australia a hard-fought 1-0 World Cup qualifying win over Vietnam in hot and humid Hanoi. 8 Sep 2021
Two Socceroos facing hamstring issues before Vietnam clash

Two Socceroos facing hamstring issues before Vietnam clash

Graham Arnold and the Socceroos will have little time to reflect on their impressive 3-0 World Cup qualifying win against China with a trip to Vietnam looming. 4 Sep 2021
Matildas ‘can’t wait’ to return against Ireland

Matildas ‘can’t wait’ to return against Ireland

The Matildas will face the Republic of Ireland in a friendly later this month in their first match since the Tokyo Olympics. 3 Sep 2021
Ryan says Socceroos ‘a long way from where we want to be’

Ryan says Socceroos ‘a long way from where we want to be’

Socceroos captain Mat Ryan was happy to get the next stage of World Cup qualifying off to a winning start against China but knows more is to come from his team. 3 Sep 2021
Chosen! Matildas best XI and formation for the Tokyo 2021 Olympic Games

Chosen! Matildas best XI and formation for the Tokyo 2021 Olympic Games

A viewer of recent Matildas matches may have some wondering what is going wrong. However a closer examination shows progression and a way forward to Olympic Group success. 6 Jul 2021