Socceroos part of Cup history
Female referee Yoshimi Yamashita will make history when she controls the Asian Cup match between Australia and India.
Asian Cup
No guarantees on Socceroos skipper
There’s no guarantee Socceroos captain Mat Ryan will play in Saturday’s Asian Cup opener against India.
Socceroos veteran up for a challenge
Melbourne City star Aziz Behich isn’t ready to give up his spot in the Socceroos’ starting team without a fight.
‘Clean slate’ for Socceroos star
Martin Boyle is finally set to have the chance to play for the Socceroos at a major tournament, and he doesn’t plan to waste the opportunity.
Emotional key to Asian Cup success for Socceroos
Socceroos star Jackson Irvine says his team can’t let emotions get the better of them during the Asian Cup.
Socceroos win in ‘perfect’ Asian Cup preparation
The Socceroos have emerged unscathed and with a win in their final match before the start of the Asian Cup.
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Important Socceroo declared fit for Asian Cup
A versatile Socceroo’s club teammate says he is ready to play in the Asian Cup after arriving in camp under an injury cloud.
Socceroos captain gets Asian Cup nod
A facial injury hasn’t impacted the Socceroos captain’s availability for the Asian Cup, with a red-hot goalscorer also earning a recall.
Socceroos star makes bombshell call
Despite having only recently returned to international football, one Socceroo has decided that his international journey is over.
Socceroo makes timely return to fitness
Nathaniel Atkinson’s encouraging return from injury for his Scottish club Hearts is good news for the Socceroos ahead of next month’s Asian Cup.
Cruel injury blow for Socceroos star
A hamstring injury is set to sideline Socceroos star Mathew Leckie for up to six weeks, leaving his Asian Cup selection hopes in severe jeopardy.
Reds keeper searching for ‘perfection’
Adelaide United goalkeeper Joe Gauci hopes his quest for ‘perfection’ leads to an improvement in the Reds’ form and selection in the Socceroos’ Asian Cup squad.
Socceroos sweating on fitness of City pair
Mat Ryan’s fractured cheekbone is expected to recover in time for the Asian Cup, but there are doubts over the fitness of two Melbourne City players.
Ange drops ‘brutal truth bombs’ on Matildas
The Matildas were the toast of the country two months ago, but Ange Postecoglou dropped some hard truths about their lasting legacy.
Arnold ‘very happy’ with Asian Cup draw
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold is confident of Australia achieving Asian Cup success in the familiar surrounds of Qatar.
Semi-final heartache for Aussies
Disadvantaged following the first-half dismissal of Jay Rich-Baghuelou, Australia has tasted defeat in its Asian Under-23 Cup semi-final.
Australia won’t bid for Asian Cup
With Australia co-hosting next year’s Women’s World Cup, don’t expect a local bid to stage the 2023 Asian Cup.
Stajcic a success with the Philippines
The ‘disaster’ that was Australia’s Women’s Asian Cup campaign is in contrast to the effort of ex-Matildas coach Alen Stajcic to guide the Philippines to the semi-finals.
‘Criticise me’: Coach takes blame for shock exit
The Matildas scored 18 goals in their opening Asian Cup match but didn’t make it past the quarter-finals and that could have repercussions.
Kerr’s clubmate to test Matildas
The Matildas need to stop the threat of Sam Kerr’s Chelsea teammate Ji So-yun if they are to reach the Asian Cup quarter-finals.
Matildas’ anger has coach happy
Conceding a goal at the Asian Cup has left the Matildas in an angry mood, and that pleases coach Tony Gustavsson.
Superstar Sam steps up in Asian Cup slugfest
It wasn’t a blowout like the 18-0 opener but Matildas star Sam Kerr stepped up when needed at the Asian Cup.
Goal scoring GOAT: Kerr claims Cahill’s scalp
Australia’s best-ever football player just became its greatest goalscorer, Sam Kerr piling on five goals to pass Tim Cahill in a ridiculous Asian Cup rout.
‘Bit rusty’: Kerr reveals pre-game illness
Sam Kerr was ill all week and couldn’t find the goal that would equal an international scoring record but has bigger team ambitions.
Socceroos fear the worst
A draw in Sydney on Thursday has been overshadowed by a serious injury to a Socceroos star.
Why aren’t the Socceroos playing?
Australia’s national teams are getting little exposure at the moment, with the spotlight rightfully on the Olyroos. But DAVID DAVUTOVIC writes after their Asian Cup exit, Australia’s “rest window” is puzzling.
Qatar shock Japan to win Asian Cup
Students became the masters in Abu Dhabi as a clinical performance from Qatar brought a first Asian Cup triumph in a 3-1 final victory over record champions Japan.
Socceroos coach breaks silence on exit talk
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has responded to a bombshell report claiming he was set to quit his post after just six months.
Flip flops fly as Qatar beats UAE
Amid shoes being thrown in insult, Qatar won its politically charged Asian Cup semi-final against host and bitter political rival United Arab Emirates.
Japan bury Iran to book place in Cup final
Japan benefited from a controversial penalty as they sent favourites Iran crashing out of the Asian Cup semi-finals to move within one win of a record-extending fifth title.
‘I let my country, teammates down’
Teammates have rallied around Milos Degenek, assuring him Australia’s Asian Cup exit ‘was not even close to an individual thing’ despite the defender feeling ‘pretty s*** about his howler.
Gutted star’s heartbreaking interview
The Socceroos are out of the Asian Cup after a horror mistake by Milos Degenek against the UAE ended the team’s campaign.
Arnold ‘very proud’ of beaten Aussies
Coach Graham Arnold has lamented the cruel nature of the Socceroos’ Asian Cup exit but pleaded for patience as the national team fine-tunes a new style of play.
‘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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Asian Cup wrap: Record-equalling goal tally, Japan ride their luck
Asian Cup wrap: One Qatari star scored a record-equalling four goals in the 6-0 thrashing of North Korea, while Japan rode their luck to qualify for the knockout stages by the skin of their teeth.
Socceroos star confirms big-money Saudi switch
Socceroos defender Milos Degenek took a break from his Asian Cup duties with Australia in the UAE to sign a three-and-a-half year deal with Saudi Arabian powerhouse club Al Hilal.
Every Asian Cup goal: Favourites on fire, teen star’s brilliant solo goal
Asian Cup wrap: Sardar Azmoun guided favourites Iran to an emphatic victory over Vietnam, while Iraq’s 18-year-old sensation inspired the 2007 champions to a 3-0 thrashing of Yemen.
‘Superb’: Socceroos’ emphatic response
After being humiliated in the opening clash of the Asian Cup, the Socceroos were out to send a message. They did so in brutal fashion.
Socceroos nightmare blessing in disguise
The Socceroos go into tonight’s game against Palestine better placed to go deep in their Asian Cup defence, despite key injuries.
Another one bites the dust! Ex-Glory boss reportedly sacked by Syria
Former Perth Glory boss Bernd Stange has reportedly become the second coaching casualty of the Asian Cup following Syria’s 2-0 defeat to Jordan in Al Ain.
Every goal: Roos rivals’ fairytale run rolls on, hosts eye last 16 spot
Asian Cup wrap: Jordan continued their fairytale run by becoming the first team to reach the Asian Cup knockouts, while the hosts closed in on a spot in the last 16.
Rogic, Nabbout hand Socceroos timely boost
Tom Rogic looks all clear to play in the Socceroos’ Asian Cup clash with Palestine on Friday, and the good news doesn’t stop there with Andrew Nabbout putting himself in selection contention.
Knee injury ends season for Socceroo Boyle
Martin Boyle’s Socceroos dream has developed into a nightmare after the Scotland-based winger was ruled out for the remainder of the season following a knee injury sustained on the eve of the Asian Cup.
Insane 30-yard belter cancelled out as Japan snatch come-from-behind win
Yuya Osako netted a quickfire double as former champions Japan survived a scare to beat minnows Turkmenistan 3-2 in their Asian Cup opener.
Calm Socceroos sticking to what they know best
The Socceroos won’t change their game plan against Palestine at the Asian Cup on Friday night (EDT), insisting there’s no reason to panic in the face of another plucky counter-attacking minnow.
Iraq’s dramatic win, Saudis thump North Korea
Saudi Arabia laid down a marker as they ruthlessly dismissed North Korea at the Asian Cup, while Iraq overcame stage fright to edge past Vietnam. WATCH THE GOALS!
Socceroos injury curse strikes again
The first game of Australia’s Asian Cup defence didn’t go to plan but the crisis has worsened ahead of Friday’s key clash with Palestine.
Socceroos face nervous wait as injury strikes again
Australia’s Asian Cup campaign has suffered yet another injury blow with Tom Rogic breaking a bone in his hand during Sunday’s 1-0 loss to Jordan.
Every Asian Cup goal: Favourites flex muscles, shocking GK howler
Asian Cup wrap: Iran put on a flawless display as Yemen fell victim to their champagne football, while fellow tournament favourites South Korea only managed to put one past Sven-Goran Eriksson’s Philippines.
WATCH: Goalkeeper’s moment of madness costs Asian Cup minnows
Kyrgyzstan goalkeeper Pavel Matiash looked confident as he commanded his area during a Chinese corner — but as the ball was swung in he had a nightmare moment to forget.
‘It’s belief’: Roos boss hits back at ‘arrogance’ claims after Asian Cup slip-up
Graham Arnold denied treating Jordan with “arrogance” after the Asian Cup champions came unstuck in a horror start to their title defence.
Star under pressure, hostile receptions: Takeaways from the Socceroos’ loss
The Socceroos’ Asian Cup title defence got off to a rocky start, and the cracks in Graham Arnold’s new-look side are beginning to show. Here are five takeaways from their 1-0 loss to Jordan!
Every Asian Cup goal: India break 55-year duck, bullet header beats Roos
Asian Cup wrap: The Socceroos’ Cup defence got off to a shaky start, while India broke a 55-year tournament duck as they thrashed Thailand.
‘It’s dangerous to talk like this’: Jordan boss blasts Socceroos’ pre-game hype
The Socceroos’ big talk of victory in the build up to their Asian Cup opener against Jordan was “dangerous”, according to their coach Vital Borkelmans.
Hosts UAE snatch disputed late draw in Cup opener
United Arab Emirates survived a scare to salvage a controversial 1-1 draw in their Asian Cup curtain-raiser against Bahrain as substitute Ahmed Khalil smashed home a late penalty.
Aussies humiliated in Asian Cup disaster
Australia came into the Asian Cup as one of the favourites but a stunning header has given the Socceroos the worst possible start.
Crippling curse may haunt Socceroos
The Socceroos have a fresh mindset under new coach Graham Arnold despite a horror preparation for their Asian Cup defence.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Socceroos star Mooy out of Asian Cup
Australia will have to defend their Asian Cup title without star midfielder Aaron Mooy – though coach Graham Arnold has had some good news about another injured star.
Socceroos Asian Cup squad: Mooy in, big names dropped
A host of Graham Arnold’s squad for the Asian Cup will play for their clubs beyond Christmas in a bid to win the clubs support for the national team. Meanwhile Aaron Mooy is in despite his injury.
Roos regular on the chopping block as squad showdown looms
The auditions are over and the stage is set, Graham Arnold’s Socceroos squad for the 2019 Asian Cup is beginning to take shape — but who will be lucky enough to board the plane come January?
South Korea to play Uzbeks in Brisbane
SOUTH Korea will extend its upcoming stay in Brisbane to play Uzbekistan at Ballymore on November 20, three days after the friendly against the Socceroos.
Arzani to see specialist after likely ACL tear
EMERGING star Daniel Arzani’s worst fears are set to be confirmed, with Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers revealing the Socceroos young gun has likely torn his ACL after badly twisting his knee. He will see a knee specialist in Europe next week.
Arnie: We have the players, just need some belief
NEW Socceroos coach Graham Arnold paid tribute to Australia for giving a ‘good account’ of themselves in Russia, but also expected better things to come now that he is in charge.
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.
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.
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