Leckie break as Socceroos star in starting mix
One of Australia’s most experienced forwards is shaping as one of five potential changes for Saturday morning’s (EDT) Asian Cup semi-final push – and coach Graham Arnold is delighted.
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Milligan confident slicker surface will help Socceroos
Socceroos captain Mark Milligan is eager to utilise conditions less susceptible to a ‘game of basketball’ against the United Arab Emirates in the hunt for an Asian Cup semi-final spot.
Leckie gamble pays off for relieved Socceroos
He sealed his comeback with the decisive spot-kick, and Mathew Leckie could not be more glad to be back on the park after a frustrating period where his Asian Cup participation was in massive doubt.
Rogic loss tough to take but Arnie confident in options
The Socceroos will be without Tom Rogic, the key to their attack, for their Asian Cup quarter-final against UAE. But coach Graham Arnold has plenty of faith in any potential replacements.
‘Horrendous’ decision ruins Socceroos
A controversial refereeing call that was labelled an “absolute joke” has left Australia without its best player for the Asian Cup quarter-finals.
UAE don’t have the blueprint to beat us: Arnold
Graham Arnold has rejected suggestions Australia’s next Asian Cup opponent, United Arab Emirates, have been handed the method to tame the Soccerroos.
Socceroos hero lives his ‘wildest dream’
Mat Ryan was a young boy sitting in the stands when Mark Schwarzer made a save that sent us to a World Cup. Today it was his turn.
Socceroos survive penalty thriller
Goalkeeper Mat Ryan’s two spectacular penalty saves against Uzbekistan have sent Australia through to the Asian Cup quarter-finals.
Socceroos get close to next opponent
After surviving the group stage of the Asian Cup, the Socceroos had to negotiate more tricky terrain after a logistical quirk left them staying in the same hotel as their round-of-16 opponent.
Awer Mabil has always been an inspiration
Ex-Adelaide United board member Ian Smith knew Awer Mabil was special the moment he heard the youngster’s bold vision. Now the Socceroos winger is helping refugees thrive while inspiring them with his Asian Cup heroics.
Carney cautions Socceroos over Uzbekistan
The Socceroos should be wary of Uzbekistan’s individual talent, warns the first Australian to play domestic football in the country.
Arnold urges Roos to get ruthless with Uzbeks
Coach Graham Arnold has challenged the Socceroos to be more ruthless in front of goal as they look to blast their way into the AFC Asian Cup quarter-finals.
Slater: England approach could suit Socceroos
This is a thought to annoy a lot of people, but maybe we should take a leaf out of England’s book when it comes to the Socceroos.
Uzbekistan pose big R16 threat to Socceroos
The Socceroos’ road to the Asian Cup final will once again go through Uzbekistan. NICHOLAS D’URBANO looks at the White Wolves’ major threats and tactics ahead of Tuesday’s clash.
A-League can wait as Maclaren eyes Cup glory
Jamie Maclaren is reluctant to indulge talk of an A-League return while attempting to build on his Socceroos breakthrough at the Asian Cup and stave off self-criticism.
Early loss works in Socceroos’ favour
The Socceroos’ loss to lowly Jordan appeared at first a nightmare result, but it has helped Australia avoid the ‘hard’ side of the Asian Cup draw.
Socceroos to face Uzbekistan, avoid Japan clash
Needing a win to top Group F and avoid a knockout clash with Australia, four-time Asian champions Japan came from behind to beat Uzbekistan 2-1.
Socceroos young guns can put name in lights
They’re in the shop window, and assistant Socceroos coach Rene Muelensteen predicts a new generation of stars could earn big club moves off the back of strong Asian Cup campaigns.
Touching message behind star’s gesture
Getting sick of Nick Kyrgios and Bernard Tomic? Here’s a rising young Aussie star with a mountain of class you can get behind.
Stars among our ranks, nemesis on the horizon: Takeaways from the win over Syria
The Socceroos secured progression to the knockout stages of the Asian Cup with a 3-2 win over Syria.Here are the five things we learned from that hard-fought victory in Al Ain!
Asian Cup wrap: Roos rivals’ unbeaten record, Aussies advance
Asian Cup wrap: The Socceroos secured progression to the Asian Cup knockout stages along with unbeaten Group B winners Jordan, who were held to a goalless draw by Palestine in a fiery clash.
Socceroos overcome ‘farcical’ scenes
Australia rode its luck after a series of controversies but it almost ran out late in the match as Syria took them all the way.
Arnold envious of Asian ‘minnows’
Asian Cup upsets show the gap between nations is closing and Socceroos coach Graham Arnold warns the right investment is needed if Australia is to maintain its standing in the region.
Syria set to bring Asian Cup fight to Socceroos
Syrian players have fired a warning at the Socceroos, saying their poor Asian Cup form was the work of sacked coach Bernd Stange and the side will be vastly improved under returned manager Fajr Ibrahim.
Asian Cup wrap: Hosts make last 16, India suffer late heartbreak
Asian Cup wrap: Thailand qualified for the knockout round by the skin of their teeth, while India suffered late heartbreak after an injury-time penalty sent them crashing out of the tournament.
Huge FA Cup test await Aussies
It was a case of so near and yet so far for Ryan Williams after missing the final cut for the Socceroos’ Asian Cup squad, the Rotherham United midfielder will enjoy a quality consolation prize.
Socceroo Giannou gets there in the end
Apostolos Giannou is the Socceroos’ Asian Cup Plan C, and Martin Boyle’s replacement is taking it in his stride – even if it’s been a bit of an ordeal to get here.
Arnold tips cup magic from ‘Wizard of Oz’
When Tom Rogic belted a ball into the back of the net at Socceroos Asian Cup training, coach Graham Arnold left no doubt about his feelings about a player who can ‘make miracles happen’.
Mabil happy to make Arnold ‘pay’
Before last weekend’s Asian Cup warm-up friendly against Oman, Graham Arnold took Awer Mabil aside and told him he would buy a ticket just to watch him play.
Is Socceroo star’s mullet ‘unethical?’
Rhyan Grant’s mullet may have walked into a bit of a maelstrom.But Sydney FC’s Socceroos Asian Cup call-up needn’t worry, as his haircut has officially been AFC-approved.
Mariners owner turns down $8.5m bid for club
Not even being booed by fans will, it seems, prompt Central Coast Mariners owner Mike Charlesworth to sell the club.
Socceroos environment ‘reminds me of Fergie’s United’
There’s is no better endorsement than any comparison to Manchester United under the guidance of Sir Alex Ferguson. And that’s exactly what Graham Arnold has received from a man well in the know.
‘No-one’s ever tried to stab another in the back’
In career-best form and taking the Premier League by storm, Mat Ryan is not a man in need of additional motivation. He’s getting it anyway, in the form of Danny Vukovic and Mitch Langerak.
The EPL superstar set to take Asian Cup by storm
Son Heung-min is looking forward to making history with South Korea at the upcoming Asian Cup. He’s just sorry it has to come at the expense of helping Spurs maintain their EPL title challenge.
Saudi riches could lure Socceroos defensive gun
He’s turned heads with Red Star Belgrade in the Champions League, and Australia defender Milos Degenek could be about to cash in with a loaded Saudi Arabian giant.
Arnold sees silver lining in Boyle blow
Graham Arnold can’t escape the “unfortunate” nature of Martin Boyle’s Asian Cup injury blow, but the Socceroos boss is some consolation he still has enough time to replace his Scotland-born star before the tournament starts.
Second chance! Roos striker gets call-up after Boyle injury
Australia’s Asian Cup defence preparations have been dealt a huge blow after winger Martin Boyle was ruled out of this month’s tournament with a knee injury. And another forward will get a second chance because of it.
Arnold to roll dice on Leckie
Mathew Leckie looks likely to stay in Australia’s Asian Cup squad because Graham Arnold is considering gambling on the hamstrung forward in the hope he can play some part in the knockout phase.
Former finalists, World Cup heroes: Australia’s main rivals at the Asian Cup
With the Asian Cup just around the corner, we check out which teams could really challenge the Socceroos in the UAE.
Aussie skipper set to join rare Socceroos club
Veteran Mark Milligan will become just the fifth man to lead Australia into a major international tournament when the Socceroos begin their Asian Cup defence.
Milligan set to join rare Socceroos club
Veteran Mark Milligan will become just the fifth man to lead Australia into a major international tournament when the Socceroos begin their Asian Cup defence on Sunday against Jordan.
Main players chasing Asian Cup glory
The Socceroos may be defending Asian Cup champions but in the likes of Japan, South Korea, Iran and Saudi Arabia they are sure not get their own way over the next month in the UAE.
Italian baptism of fire steeled Ikonomidis for big time
It’s hard to fathom that in 2016 Chris Ikonomidis was locked inside a Serie A training ground, trapped by the sheer volatility of Italian football, but also learning lessons set to inform his Socceroos awakening.
Arnold rested Rogic at Celtic’s request
Celtic fans are blowing up at Graham Arnold, but the Socceroos coach says the Scottish Premiership club specifically requested he rest Tom Rogic for Sunday’s friendly against Oman.
We ticked a lot of boxes: Skipper’s goals delight
Skipper Mark Milligan is encouraged to see the Socceroos ‘get into the habit of scoring goals’ as the team switches focus to making a statement in their opening Asian Cup clash against Jordan.
Goals galore as Socceroos impress in warm-up
The Socceroos will kick off their Asian Cup defence against Jordan next weekend full of confidence after disposing with Pim Verbeek’s Oman 5-0 in their final hit-out in Dubai.
Last-gasp Ikonomidis looming as ‘decisive factor’
Perth Glory star Chris Ikonomidis shapes as the X-factor who can inspire the Socceroos to a successful defence of their Asian Cup crown with his happy knack for late-game heroics.
Slater: Tough ask to retain our crown
Robbie Slater looks at the key questions facing the Socceroos as they prepare to defend their Asian Cup title.
Kosmina: Oman friendly a guide to new-look ‘Roos
How Australia shapes up in Sunday night’s pre-Asian Cup friendly against Oman will be the best guide yet on how new coach Graham Arnold will structure his side for the tournament.
First Socceroos arrive for Asian Cup
An initial batch of 13 Socceroos have got a jump on the rest of the squad by arriving in the United Arab Emirates 12 days before their opening Asian Cup game against Jordan.
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