Hosting World Cup could hinge on Asian Cup win
THE Matildas will be carrying the weight of convincing FIFA and the federal and state governments Australia is worthy of hosting the 2023 FIFA World Cup.
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Matildas survive almighty Asian Cup scare
AUSTRALIA was just four minutes from a major international disaster until stopper Alanna Kennedy saved the Matildas from a premature exit at the AFC Asian Cup in Jordan.
Why Kerr’s mum missed epic penalty shootout
WHEN Sam Kerr was told her mum Roxanne disappeared and didn’t watch her score the winning penalty in a super tense semi-final win over Thailand, she just smirked.
Matildas road to AFC Asian Cup final
THE Matildas are in Jordan for their most important tournament of the year. SWOOP’s guide to the Asian Cup, Australia’s passport to the women’s World Cup.
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Oman make habit of frustrating Socceroos
FOUR times the Socceroos faced Oman on the path to last year’s World Cup, and only one proved a comfortable experience – a 3-0 win in Sydney.
Oman coach almost landed Socceroos job
ANALYSIS: Oman coach Paul Le Guen is well-known at Australian football headquarters. He could have been Socceroos coach twice in the last four years.
Versatile Burns gives Ange plenty of options
NATHAN Burns is hopeful his effervescent cameo against Kuwait will earn him more game time in a Socceroos system for which his style could have been designed.
Milligan to get nod to fill Jedinak breach
MILE Jedinak’s injury opens the door for Mark Milligan, with the Melbourne Victory captain expected to replace Jedinak in Tuesday night’s clash with Oman.
Up For The Cup: UAE, Iran make big statements
UP FOR THE CUP: United Arab Emirates and Iran set a cracking pace in Group C as the Socceroos contemplate life without captain Mile Jedinak.
Brilliant Iran send ominous warning to rivals
IRAN has had a woeful Asian Cup preparation, but a 2-0 win over Bahrain at AAMI Park on Sunday night may have played them into form.
Suncorp gets green light after criticism
ASIAN Cup officials have deemed Suncorp Stadium’s much-maligned playing surface to be good enough for the tournament despite admitting its appearance isn’t ideal.
Classy UAE make bold opening statement
STRIKER Ahmed Khalil grabbed an eccentric double as United Arab Emirates opened their Asian Cup campaign with a 4-1 win over Qatar at Canberra Stadium.
Scouts hoping to find next big Asian star
SCOUTS and club football executives from Europe’s leading leagues as well as Asia are scouring the Asian Cup trying to spot the next big thing.
Skipper Jedinak ruled out of Oman clash
SOCCEROOS captain Mile Jedinak will miss Australia’s second Asian Cup clash with Oman on Tuesday after failing to shrug off an ankle injury.
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