Socceroos survive penalty thriller
Goalkeeper Mat Ryan’s two spectacular penalty saves against Uzbekistan have sent Australia through to the Asian Cup quarter-finals.
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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.
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Cup triumph to boost Socceroos ranking
THE Socceroos could climb up to 47 spots on the controversial FIFA world rankings after their Asian Cup success.
Super-fit Socceroos outlast opponents
WHEN the Asian Cup final went to extra time, there was no doubt among the Socceroos that they would triumph physically.
Shattered Kruse facing long lay-off
A HEARTBROKEN Robbie Kruse could miss the rest of the German season after scans confirmed that severely strained ligaments in his left ankle.
Super subs excel for Socceroos
ANGE Postecoglou has long demanded his substitutes make an impact, and they most certainly did on the grandest stage.
The moment Ange inspired his troops
IT was the moment for which coaches can scarcely prepare, bringing their team together seconds after it has suffered an equaliser that feels like a mortal blow.
Luongo grabs his chance to shine
JUST eight months ago he was a surprise inclusion in Australia’s World Cup squad. Now Massimo Luongo has been named the Asian Cup’s Most Valuable Player.
Victory soothes sore Franjic
STARTING the Asian Cup final under an injury cloud, gutsy right-back Ivan Franjic conceded he didn’t expect to last 74 minutes on Saturday.
Nation basks in Socceroos’ glory
IT was the kind of rousing reception normally unseen in Australia until later in the calendar year. For soccer chiefs it was as much a sign that the world game was now as deeply entrenched in Australia as AFL footy.
Why last night was so special
WE ARE officially the champions of Asia. But that’s not what made Australia’s victory against South Korea as special as it is.
Tired Socceroos front up to reward loyal fans
HUNDREDS of jubilant Socceroos fans celebrated with the newly-crowned Asian champions at Pitt Street Mall in Sydney on Sunday morning.
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