Socceroo silenced over detained player
The politics surrounding Hakeem al-Araibi’s detention has been underlined at the Asian Cup after Socceroos forward Mathew Leckie was blocked from answering a question about the Australian-based refugee.
The politics surrounding Hakeem al-Araibi’s detention has been underlined at the Asian Cup after Socceroos forward Mathew Leckie was blocked from answering a question about the Australian-based refugee.
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.
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.
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.
THERE may be several records at stake at Allianz Stadium on Sunday, but Sydney FC coach Graham Arnold hasn’t paid much attention to them.
UNITED Arab Emirates will host the 2019 Asian Cup, but who deserves a chance for the Socceroos over the next few years. Re-live David Davutovic’s Studs Up chat.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Socceroos skipper Mile Jedinak sits down with Daniel Garb to reflect on Australia’s incredible Asian Cup triumph.
WITH no alternatives available for the Socceroos, Ivan Franjic selflessly risked serious injury to play in January’s Asian Cup final against South Korea.
AURELIO Vidmar is a reluctant hero but the Socceroos’ eight goals from set pieces at the Asian Cup had his rubber stamp all over it.
ROBBIE Kruse will undergo surgery on his injured ankle in the coming days, while skipper Mile Jedinak is a week-to-week proposition for Crystal Palace.
MILE Jedinak wasn’t fit to play for Crystal Palace but he used his captain’s column in the club’s matchday program to reflect on the Asian Cup.
OLYROOS coach Aurelio Vidmar is hoping Australia’s Asian Cup spirit will carry over to the nation’s Olympic Games qualification campaign next month.
AUSTRALIA’S historic Asian Cup triumph is expected to spark an explosion in junior registrations as children follow in the footsteps of their heroes.
IT hasn’t been a bed of roses for James Troisi or his parents.
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