Socceroos star must move
As good as Harry Souttar is for the Socceroos, national coach Graham Arnold is becoming increasingly concerned about the key defender’s lack of football at club level.
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Socceroos called to ‘step up’ in star’s absence
The Socceroos will be without one of their key attacking threats for Thursday night’s battle with Lebanon.
‘Makes us stronger’: Socceroos thriving in World Cup quest
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has 50 names in his head as potential World Cup players and plenty could get game time during a gruelling and long qualification period.
World Cup only goal for recalled Socceroo
The World Cup may be two years away, but a recalled Socceroos striker could make a strong case for selection with goals in Sydney this week.
A-League star called into Socceroos squad
Josh Nisbet been rewarded for his outstanding A-League form by being named in the Socceroos squad as a replacement for an injured former Central Coast Mariners teammate.
Socceroos defender suffers untimely setback
Lewis Miller is in doubt for the Socceroos’ World Cup qualifiers against Lebanon, while A-League star Josh Nisbet is an unlucky omission from the squad.
More injury blows for Socceroos
A key defender won’t be available for the Socceroos squad for the two World Cup qualifiers against Lebanon, but there are two welcome returns.
Socceroos star ruled out of World Cup qualifiers
The Socceroos will be without one of their key attacking weapons for this month’s two matches against Lebanon.
Socceroos gun in hospital after head knock
Just 10 days out from a crucial World Cup qualifier, a clash in Scotland forced a Socceroo into hospital.
Opportunity for forgotten Socceroo
A forgotten star is closing in on a return to Socceroos duty for an Australian team that will play an extra FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifier on home soil.
Socceroos great rushed to Sydney hospital
The former Socceroos and Manchester United goalkeeper felt unwell at work before making the snap decision to get help.
‘Different level’; Socceroo ready for premier league challenge
Former Adelaide United goalkeeper Joe Gauci says he can take his game to a ‘different level’ at Aston Villa.
Forgotten Socceroo makes timely return
After a frustrating 2023, Ajdin Hrustic has made his long-awaited return to top-flight club football, and that’s great news for the Socceroos.
Socceroos veteran backs future ‘No.9’
Veteran marksman Bruno Fornaroli still wants to contribute to the Socceroos’ cause, but he’s backing Kusini Yengi to have a lengthy career as the leader of Australia’s attack.
Shattered Socceroo will ‘learn from lesson’
The Socceroos were made to pay for errors in defence and their failure to be clinical in attack against South Korea.
Socceroos’ Asian Cup dreams dashed
The Socceroos were only a few minutes away from reaching an Asian Cup semi-final but instead it was South Korea who fought back to end Australia’s tournament.
‘Exceptional’ Socceroo joins Aston Villa
Joe Gauci has been rewarded for his “exceptional talent” with a move to the English Premier League.
Australian ‘culture’ ridiculed at Asian Cup
An Australian stall at a cultural exhibition in Qatar for the current Asian Cup football tournament has been roundly mocked.
Socceroos to pounce on ‘sore’ Koreans
The Socceroos sense an opportunity to dominate a tired South Korean outfit at the Asian Cup.
South Korea full of ‘energy’ for battle with Socceroos
South Korea is set to provide the Socceroos with their toughest test to date at the Asian Cup in Qatar.
‘Football isn’t easy’: Aussie skipper hits back
The Socceroos are two wins away from making the Asian Cup final and skipper Mat Ryan has a word for the critics.
‘Super-sub’ role ‘suits’ Socceroos veteran
As much as veteran winger Craig Goodwin wants his Socceroos starting spot back, he might have to settle for second-half cameos.
Tragic one word post before Socceroo’s death
Heartbreaking details have emerged about the days leading up to the death of a Socceroos great with a one-word message coming to light.
Socceroos star scores brave goal in Cup clinic
The Socceroos have taken another step on the road to Asian Cup glory with a flurry of goals in a clinical win over Indonesia.
Socceroos set for quarter-final showdown
The Socceroos have taken another step on the road to Asian Cup glory with a round-of-16 win over Indonesia.
‘Frustrated’ Socceroos star biding his time
Having seemingly recovered from a ‘slight knock’, Socceroos star Craig Goodwin is desperate for game time at the Asian Cup.
‘Lot of disrespect’: Socceroo pans critics
World rankings suggest the Socceroos should comfortably deal with Indonesia, but the Australians have promised not to underestimate their rivals.
Burning issue for ‘overachieving’ Socceroos
The Socceroos continue to struggle in attack despite finishing on top of their group at the Asian Cup.
Path to Asian Cup final cleared for Socceroos
Australia’s path to the Asian Cup final has become less cluttered with tournament heavyweights, although one big player looms large.
Socceroos gifted goal in huge controversy
They got the point they needed to top their Asian Cup group, but the Socceroos can count themselves lucky after being gifted their only goal.
Dubious penalty helps Socceroos top Asian Cup group
They got the point they needed to top their Asian Cup group, but the Socceroos will have to improve on their performance against Uzbekistan to have any chance of winning the tournament.
Socceroos skipper’s ‘uncertain’ future
Socceroos captain Mat Ryan’s future at club level beyond this season is yet to be finalised.
Major blow as Socceroos lose top striker
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold will be forced to make at least one change to Australia’s starting team for Tuesday night’s Asian Cup battle against Uzbekistan.
Socceroos intent on topping group
The Socceroos have work left to do against Uzbekistan if they are to top Group B at the Asian Cup.
Socceroos captain: ‘It’s not easy’
The Socceroos made it two wins from as many matches at the Asian Cup but not before a second-half scare involving captain Mat Ryan.
No ‘foot off the pedal’ as Socceroos dig in
Three goals and two wins has launched the Socceroos in to the knock-out stages of the Asian Cup but the call for improvement is clear.
Flat Socceroos do just enough at Asian Cup
They again struggled in attack, but the Socceroos did enough to beat Syria and seal a berth in the knockout stages of the Asian Cup.
Star defender fears for his Socceroos future
Harry Souttar is a crucial part of Australia’s Asian Cup campaign, but his lack of football at club level remains a concern.
Socceroos ‘on edge’ at Asian Cup
The Socceroos can seal a round-of-16 Asian Cup berth by beating Syria on Thursday night.
Socceroos attacking weapon ready to fire
Socceroo Riley McGree has returned from injury with a new ‘outlook’ on his football career.
Socceroo spotted on CCTV before death
The last image of a former Socceroos star has emerged as he is found dead in bushland in northern NSW.
‘Perfect time’: Asian Cup glory beckons Socceroos
The only way is up for the Socceroos after an opening Asian Cup win for a squad better placed than ever to win the whole thing.
Arnold: Socceroos must improve
Graham Arnold will demand improvement from his Socceroos after a winning, but too often sluggish, start to their Asian Cup campaign.
Socceroos prevail after mass team changes
It wasn’t as easy as most expected, but the Socceroos have beaten India to start their Asian Cup campaign in winning style.
It’s Cup glory or bust for the Socceroos
The confident Socceroos intend to ‘reach for the stars’ at the Asian Cup in Qatar.
Socceroos part of Cup history
Female referee Yoshimi Yamashita will make history when she controls the Asian Cup match between Australia and India.
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.
Red-hot import earns Socceroos Asian Cup spot
An A-League goal-machine who was born in Uruguay has forced his way into the Socceroos’ Asian Cup squad.
Socceroos shock as in-form star retires
The Ipswich Town midfielder has announced his international retirement in a stunning move just before next month’s Asian Cup.
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.
Quandary over striker who can’t stop scoring
Veteran striker Bruno Fornaroli’s superb form may not be enough to secure him a spot in Australia’s Asian Cup squad.
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.
Huge injury blow hits Socceroos’ Cup campaign
The Asian Cup is a major target for the Socceroos, but they could be missing a key player at the tournament in January.
‘Better for us’: The World Cup must do for Socceroos
Before the Socceroos play a World Cup qualifying match at Sydney’s CommBank Stadium in March, they need to perform well at the Asian Cup.
Socceroos climb to 10-year high
The Socceroos have been taking on the world’s best teams and their new world ranking indicates how well they’ve done.
‘Even better man’: Tributes for ex-Socceroos coach
The man involved in one of the most iconic moments in Socceroos history has died.
Ex-Socceroos coach, football icon, dead
A former Socceroos coach is being remembered as “one of a kind” after his death signalled the sad closure of a major chapter in football.
$76k a week to broke: Socceroo’s sad story
The ex-Premier League player and Australian captain has made some rare public comments after a seven-year bankruptcy fight.
Socceroos hail Palestine after emotional clash
Playing for the first time since war broke out in their homeland, Palestine showed the heart Socceroos coach Graham Arnold had to respect in their World Cup qualifier.
Socceroos break Palestine hearts
It was a tougher win than many predicted, but the Socceroos did enough to get the better of a plucky Palestine.
Socceroos declare time for a World Cup ‘statement’
Having thrashed Bangladesh 7-0, the hungry Socceroos aren’t about to take their foot off the pedal against Palestine.
Socceroos’ big in for World Cup qualifier
The significance of the Socceroos’ clash with Palestine this week is not lost on a key member of Graham Arnold’s team.
Socceroo intent on remaining a starter
Competition for places in Australia’s midfield is intense, and it’s bringing out the best in Keanu Baccus.
Socceroo’s one regret in brutal thrashing
The Socceroos have shown no mercy against a football minnow, blowing Bangladesh off the park in front of 20,000 fans in Melbourne.
Socceroos star to miss Melbourne battle
Hampered by knee swelling, Martin Boyle will fly straight to Kuwait for the Socceroos’ meeting with Palestine rather than play against Bangladesh.
Socceroos intent on rewarding milestone man
The Socceroos not only want to beat Bangladesh but win with a stylish performance in honour of coach and milestone man Graham Arnold.
Socceroos rookie lauds Veart influence
At 24, Kusini Yengi believes he’s ready to represent Australia, thanks largely to the help he has received from former Socceroos striker Carl Veart.
‘High standards’: Socceroos to avoid complacency
The Socceroos will take nothing for granted on the qualifying road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Maclaren returns for Socceroos
Star A-League marksman Jamie Maclaren is back in selection favour with Socceroos coach Graham Arnold.
Socceroos’ trip to neutral Kuwait confirmed
The Socceroos’ upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifier against Palestine will take place in neutral Kuwait.
Australia issued shock World Cup ‘warning’
Explosive details have been exposed surrounding Australia’s decision to pull out of the race to host the 2034 World Cup.
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