Socceroos coach’s challenge to young guns
Staying in the A-League for another season and scoring 20 goals could earn talented young Australian forwards a place at next year’s World Cup.
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Popovic seeking midfield ‘solution’
An “unexpected” selection could be the answer for the Socceroos in their bid to replace injured star Jackson Irvine.
Melbourne move a winner for Trewin
The impressive Kai Trewin made the right decision in leaving Brisbane Roar to join Melbourne City.
Socceroos rocked by star’s injury
A key Socceroo has a foot injury ahead of Australia’s FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Japan and Saudi Arabia.
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A draw may look good but the real difference was clear as day
It wasn’t pretty but a masterful tactical display from Tony Popovic delivered Australia a shock draw, but it was far from the finished product as Japan proved they are clearly a class above.
Socceroos hope to emulate famous win
The feeling the Socceroos had after their famous win over Japan at the 2006 FIFA World Cup is something national coach Tony Popovic wants his players to also experience in Saitama on Tuesday night.
Socceroos desperate to ‘flip script’
It has been 15 years since the Socceroos have beaten Japan, and it’s a run of outs the Australians are determined to end on Tuesday night.
Aussie trio playing for keeps
Goalkeeper Joe Gauci can’t afford to relax if he wants to hold on to his place in Australia’s starting team.
Stalwart eyeing ‘Roos return
He has been missing from the past couple of Socceroos squads, but one of Australia’s best players remains hopeful of being recalled to the national team.
Socceroos skipper axed for a reason
Socceroos captain Mat Ryan is seemingly facing a tough battle to win his spot back in Australia’s best 11.
‘Priviliged’: Socceroos rookie’s dream debut
A surprise selection in the Socceroos squad showed why he was picked in Australia’s 3-1 win over China.
Popovic delivers brutal home truths as real test awaits
The Socceroos kicked off the Tony Popovic era with a win – but the new coach gave his team a brutal assessment of their victory, as they warm up for the first real test against Japan.
‘Back that up’: Socceroos’ Japan warning
After getting a first-up win at home, the real challenge for new Socceroos coach Tony Popovic comes in just a few days against Japan.
Analysis: Popovic needs to turn Socceroos’ spark into fire
New Socceroos coach Tony Popovic wasn’t scared to shake things up in his first match at the helm and while his side played with a spark he needs to make sure it turns into a fire, writes ERIN SMITH.
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