Socceroos

Socceroo signs with Hungarian champions

Socceroo Daniel Arzani is returning to Europe after spending the past three seasons in the A-League.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 05: Daniel Arzani of the Socceroos in action during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round Three AFC Asian Qualifier match between Australia Socceroos and Japan at Optus Stadium on June 05, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

Socceroo attracts interest from Hungary

A Socceroos playmaker has attracted further interest from Europe, while an emerging A-League talent could again be on the move.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 20: Craig Goodwin of Australia looks on during the round three FIFA 2026 World Cup AFC Asian Qualifier match between Australia Socceroos and Indonesia at Allianz Stadium on March 20, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

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Returning Red targeting World Cup selection

Craig Goodwin is confident that good form in the 2025-26 A-League season will result in him being selected in the Socceroos squad for next year’s World Cup.

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - JUNE 10: Patrick Yazbek of Australia looks on as he enters the pitch prior to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round Three AFC Asian Qualifier match between Saudi Arabia and Australia Socceroos at King Abdullah Sports City on June 10, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

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Back to ‘business’ for US-based Socceroo

Patrick Yazbek has praised the quality of the Major League Soccer competition after helping Australia qualify for next year’s FIFA World Cup.

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ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - MAY 21: Head Coach, Tony Popovic attends the Australia Socceroos player training camp at the Ritz Carlton Training Pitch on May 21, 2025 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images)

Big thing Socceroos coach brings to table

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic will ensure his players remain “passionate” about representing Australia on the world stage.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 05: Mathew Ryan of the Socceroos rolls the ball into play during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round Three AFC Asian Qualifier match between Australia Socceroos and Japan at Optus Stadium on June 05, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by James Worsfold/Getty Images)

Roos captain feared career was over

Stalwart goalkeeper Mat Ryan has the chance to celebrate his 100th Socceroos appearance with FIFA World Cup qualification.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 20: Kusini Yengi of Australia warms up during the round three FIFA 2026 World Cup AFC Asian Qualifier match between Australia Socceroos and Indonesia at Allianz Stadium on March 20, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Matt King/Getty Images)

Socceroo’s new club confirmed

The Australian contingent is growing at one top-flight outfit following Socceroo Kusini Yengi’s move to the club.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 05: Jason Geria of the Socceroos throws the ball in during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round Three AFC Asian Qualifier match between Australia Socceroos and Japan at Optus Stadium on June 05, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

What Socceroos are bracing for

The Socceroos can smell FIFA World Cup qualification and are intent on sealing the deal in Jeddah against Saudi Arabia.

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Big decision looming for Socceroo

With next year’s FIFA World Cup looming, Socceroo Daniel Arzani wants to ensure he is playing regular club football next season.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 05: Connor Metcalfe of the Socceroos thanks fans during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round Three AFC Asian Qualifier match between Australia Socceroos and Japan at Optus Stadium on June 05, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Janelle St Pierre/Getty Images)

Socceroos expecting no favours in Saudi Arabia

As they close in on qualifying for next year’s FIFA World Cup, the Socceroos will be ready for anything Saudi Arabia throws at them in Jeddah.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 05: Alessandro Circati of the Socceroos heads the ball during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round Three AFC Asian Qualifier match between Australia Socceroos and Japan at Optus Stadium on June 05, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

‘Dream come true’ for Roos defender

Socceroos defender Alessandro Circati “couldn’t be any happier” as Australia moves to the brink of 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification.

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Tony Popovic was overcome after the World Cup win.

World Cup almost secure after massive win

After a mostly dreadful performance against Asian powers Japan, one moment of magic has put Australia on the verge of another World Cup.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 05: Aziz Behich of the Socceroos celebrates scoring a goal during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round Three AFC Asian Qualifier match between Australia Socceroos and Japan at Optus Stadium on June 05, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

The silver lining in Socceroos’ ‘ugly’ win against Japan

It was ugly, but all that matters is Aziz Behich’s 90th screamer gave the Socceroos their first win over Japan in 16 years and, crucially, a foot in the door of the 2026 World Cup. ERIN SMITH unpacks what went wrong, and what’s to learn, from the win.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 02: Alessandro Circati of the Socceroos in action during a Socceroos training session at HBF Park on June 02, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

Socceroo ‘privileged’ to be fit for crucial qualifier

Proud Perth boy Alessandro Circati wasn’t going to leave anything to chance in his bid to be fit for the Socceroos’ clash with Japan at Optus Stadium.

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