Glory revelation tightens grip on Socceroos spot
Perth winger Chris Ikonomidis has taken his blistering A-League form to the Asian Cup, seizing a first start at the tournament and calling it a successful day’s work.
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Son steals spotlight as Vukovic shines in Belgium
Harley Vukovic is just about as famous as his dad Danny at Belgian side Genk, where the former Sydney FC goalkeeper has taken his late-career form to another level.
‘Superb’: Socceroos’ emphatic response
After being humiliated in the opening clash of the Asian Cup, the Socceroos were out to send a message. They did so in brutal fashion.
Arnold’s attacking pledge as Roos return to form
Australia’s vastly improved attacking display against Palesting puts them on the brink of the Asian Cup’s round of 16, and coach Graham Arnold has pledged to go all out against Syria.
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Japan crash out, Iraq win thriller
REIGNING champions Japan have been knocked out of the Asian Cup, while Iraq progress in a game that defied belief. Re-live a huge night of action here.
Queiroz holds tongue over Iran red card
IRAN coach Carlos Queiroz says if he speaks his mind about Ben Williams he will “finish his career” after the referee’s call cost his side against Iraq.
Luongo urges young Roos to glory
SENSING “something special” is brewing, Massimo Luongo has urged his fellow Socceroo young guns to make the most of the Asian Cup chance that awaits them.
UAE on the spot as holders Japan crash out
HOLDERS Japan are sent packing from the Asian Cup by UAE, whose stunning win will see them play Australia for a spot in the final. Watch the highlights.
Cahill’s scoring ‘instinct’ like no other
TIM Cahill believed that he had no option but to attempt the scissors kick when Ivan Franjic’s looping header entered the penalty area.
Video: Iraq beat Iran in penalty thriller
IRAQ are through to the semi-finals after beating rivals Iran on penalties in one of the great Asian Cup clashes in Canberra. Watch video highlights here.
Jedinak lauds Socceroos medical staff
SKIPPER Mile Jedinak paid tribute to the Socceroos’ medical staff who helped recover from an ankle injury to feature in the quarterfinal win over China.
Video: watch Cahill’s impressive Cup showreel
TIM Cahill invariably saves his best for the big stage. Relive five of his best goals from his World Cups and Asian Cups exploits over the years.
Forget pass marks, Socceroos in it to win it
FORGET the semi-finals being a “pass mark” – Ivan Franjic says the Socceroos won’t be satisfied unless they win the Asian Cup next week.
Cahill caps ‘special’ night with special goal
TIM Cahill revealed that he had a pre-game hunch that it would be a “special” night for him and the Socceroos at Suncorp Stadium.
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