Veteran keeper opts against Socceroos return
Having already come out of international retirement only to be overlooked, one of Australia’s best goalkeepers has closed the door on a Socceroos return.
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Fan favourite wins young player of the year, as star snubbed
An Aussie fan favourite has joined an exclusive club as a second time winner of the FPA’s best young footballer award, while one of the nation’s fastest rising talents was snubbed by their peers.
One reason for Socceroos’ poor start
Getting the best consistently out of several younger and inexperienced Socceroos is a challenge that awaits the national team’s new coaching staff.
Popovic revamps Roos coaching staff
New Socceroos mentor Tony Popovic has been quick to put his personal stamp on the national team’s coaching staff.
Socceroo suffers serious injury
One of the Socceroos’ best young talents has suffered a serious knee injury during a training session with his club team.
Socceroo debuts for Villa
It has been a long wait, but Socceroos keeper Joe Gauci has finally been given a first-team chance at Aston Villa.
How Wayne Bennett convinced Arnie to quit Socceroos
Graham Arnold has broken his silence on his decision to step down as Socceroos coach, revealing crucial advice from a sporting supercoach which cemented his decision to leave.
Mental scars, underdone squad: Slater pinpoints Popovic’s biggest challenges
With just 17 days until the Socceroos’ must-win clash, ROBBIE SLATER breaks down the monumental challenges facing Tony Popovic with the 2026 World Cup just around the corner.
Confirmed: Popovic unveiled as new Socceroos boss
Australia’s search for a successor to Graham Arnold lasted barely a weekend – with Tony Popovic parachuted into a World Cup qualification rescue mission.
‘Grateful’: New Socceroos coach reveals plans
After being officially unveiled as the new Socceroos coach just days after Graham Arnold’s departure Tony Popovic has laid out his plans for the national side.
What the road to 2026 looks like for Popovic’s Socceroos
With change afoot for the struggling Socceroos there is no time to waste on their mission to reach the 2026 World Cup. Find out what’s gone wrong and how they can still reach North America here.
Socceroos next coach locked in: Report
The Socceroos have reportedly moved quickly to replace Graham Arnold after the manager pulled the pin on his time in charge of Australia.
Insider confirms new Socceroos coach after Arnold exit
Just days after Graham Arnold’s exit as Socceroos coach, his successor has been chosen.
Slater: Player mutiny could follow Arnold exit
Fans may have fallen out of love with Graham Arnold, but the players hadn’t. ROBBIE SLATER writes that the new Socceroos coach will need to mend bridges or risk them heading for the exit door too.
Timing intrigue as likely Arnold replacement emerges
Tony Popovic is shaping as the top candidate to replace Graham Arnold at the Socceroos – but circumstances suggest the coach was approached months before Arnold handed in his resignation letter writes ERIN SMITH.
Postecoglou full of praise for Arnold
Former Socceroos mentor Ange Postecoglou has acknowledged Graham Arnold’s work and performance as national coach.
Revealed: The top contenders to be the Socceroos’ next coach
Graham Arnold’s tenure as coach of the Socceroos is over and Football Australia are not wasting any time finding a replacement with an announcement expected within the next few weeks. Here are the frontrunners.
Socceroos set for swift coach replacement
Graham Arnold’s decision to quit as coach of the Socceroos seemingly came from nowhere but his bosses were ready and have been looking at replacements.
‘He’s had a gutful of the backstabbing’: Why Arnie quit
Graham Arnold was handed an impossible task and exceeded expectations with the Socceroos, yet Football Australia and fans could never unite behind him writes ROBBIE SLATER.
‘Out of gas’: Socceroos speak out as Arnie quits in WC shock
Australia is on the hunt for a new coach – and already has several names in mind – after longtime mentor Graham Arnold quit in the midst of a dismal start to their World Cup qualification.
‘Best for the nation’: Socceroos coach drops bombshell news
Weeks out from another World Cup qualifier Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has made a shock career call.
Key pair closing in on Socceroos recall
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold is likely to have more selection options for next month’s games against China and Japan.
FA boss weighs in on Arnold, gives Matildas coach update
As the Socceroos’ World Cup hopes hang in the balance, Football Australia boss has shared his thoughts on coach Graham Arnold. Plus, there is set to be a Matildas coaching announcement.
Deep Cup run could help Socceroos ambitions
At least one Melbourne Victory player has extra reason for wanting his team to progress to the Australia Cup final.
Slater: Socceroos’ ‘huge problem’ – and how they can fix it
After back-to-back losses against teams the Socceroos must be beating, their main problem has come clear to ROBBIE SLATER, he reveals what it is and the ‘wildcard’ that could be the answer on the road to 2026.
Shattering news for Socceroo legend’s son
Socceroo legend Tim Cahill’s son Shae has hit a major speed bump as he battles to follow in his famous dad’s footsteps.
Socceroos chase new record target
The Socceroos need another six successive wins to break a qualifying record they set on the way to the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
‘Just the start’: Arnie’s message to Aussie prodigy
One of Australia’s brightest footballing talents has been reminded that he needs to keep working hard when he moves to one of Europe’s biggest clubs.
Yengi nets double in Socceroos’ romp
The Socceroos have finished the second round of AFC qualifiers for the World Cup in style in Perth.
‘Socceroos vs Nobody?’: Usman clips govt
Ahead of the Socceroos’ World Cup clash with Palestine, cricketer Usman Khawaja has teed off at the Australian government.
One thing holding Socceroos in good stead
The Socceroos will enter the Asian Football Confederation’s third-round of FIFA World Cup qualifiers full of confidence.
Socceroos star eager for game time
The emergence of fresh attacking talent has some experienced Socceroos looking over their shoulders.
Time Football Australia switched on after Socceroos ‘disgrace’
Network 10 just does whatever it pleases with the Socceroos and is allowed to get away with it — but it’s time for Football Australia to take a stand, ROBBIE SLATER writes.
Socceroo’s club future clouded
A key Socceroo is desperate to play regular first-team football again after a season on the outer at his English club.
Socceroos star: ‘Trust’ Irankunda
A Socceroos star says it’s crucial to have faith in Nestory Irankunda’s capability to have a long career with the national team.
‘Dangerous’ pitch angers Socceroos
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold feared for the safety of players in Australia’s win over Bangladesh due to a “terrible” playing surface.
‘Dream come true’: Irankunda’s much-anticipated debut
The Socceroos have maintained their unbeaten run in the World Cup Asian qualifiers with a comprehensive victory over Bangladesh, as wunderkind Nestory Irankunda made his long awaited international debut.
‘P**s poor’: Fans slam Socceroo coverage
The Socceroos are in World Cup qualifying action on Thursday night, with thousands of fans furious they can’t tune in.
‘Dream come true’ for Irankunda
The conditions didn’t allow him to have a significant impact on the contest, but Nestory Irankunda has made his long awaited debut for the Socceroos.
Recalled Roo determined to impress
A strong finish to the Scottish Premiership season has helped Cameron Devlin be recalled to the Socceroos squad.
Irankunda to debut for Socceroos
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold is ‘excited’ about the hype surrounding Bayern Munich-bound teenager Nestory Irankunda.
Why it’s exciting times for ‘brave’ Socceroos
It’s an “unbelievably exciting environment” in the latest Socceroos camp following memorable club seasons enjoyed by a host of players.
Socceroos striker keen for more game time
With competition heating up for spots in the Socceroos’ forward line, Mitch Duke wants to make sure he’s getting enough game time at club level to show his worth.
Gauci eager to start for Socceroos
The absence of captain Mat Ryan from the Socceroos’ latest camp has left an opening that Joe Gauci hopes to fill against Bangladesh in Dhaka.
Socceroo eager for shot at Bundesliga
Having achieved promotion with his German club, Socceroo Connor Metcalfe is ready for take his game to the next level in the Bundesliga.
Arzani to prove he ‘belongs’ with the Socceroos
With his confidence restored, Daniel Arzani doesn’t intend on wasting the chance he has to revive his Socceroos career.
Arnie’s accidental live TV bombshell
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold was a surprise guest on Fox Sports’ The Back Page on Tuesday, and confirmed some big news.
Aussie young gun rejects Socceroos
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold looks to be fighting a losing battle to convince a prodigious young talent to pledge his international allegiance to Australia.
Teen sensation set for Socceroos debut
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has made several changes to his squad for next month’s World Cup qualifiers against Bangladesh and Palestine.
Veteran Socceroo earns World Cup recall
One of the Socceroos’ most decorated attacking players is set to make his first national team appearance since June last year.
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