Socceroos dodge huge bullet in WCQ win
Australia was in huge trouble early in its World Cup qualifier against the Asian minnows before flipping the game on its head.
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Where Socceroos will play Japan revealed
A venue has been chosen for what looms as a crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier for the Socceroos against Japan.
While Football Australia has backed Saudi Arabia as host of the 2034 Word Cup, the body that represents Australian players has significant concerns.
‘Many will die’: Protest rocks World Cup vote
The vote for 2034 World Cup hosting rights has descended into farce with claims a $1 trillion “atrocity” is about to be made official.
‘Absolute catastrophe’: Socceroos rocked
The Socceroos have fallen apart in spectacular circumstances with their world cup qualification campaign on a knife’s edge.
Socceroos’ ‘catastrophic’ effort against China
Tony Popovic’s Socceroos have come in for some heavy criticism after a disappointing start to their World Cup qualifier against China.
What the road to 2026 looks like for Popovic’s Socceroos
With change afoot for the struggling Socceroos there is no time to waste on their mission to reach the 2026 World Cup. Find out what’s gone wrong and how they can still reach North America here.
‘Out of gas’: Socceroos speak out as Arnie quits in WC shock
Australia is on the hunt for a new coach – and already has several names in mind – after longtime mentor Graham Arnold quit in the midst of a dismal start to their World Cup qualification.
Big Irankunda question facing Socceroos
Whether he plays from the opening whistle or comes off the bench, Nestory Irankunda seems certain to have an influence against Bahrain.
Fowler keen to clear the air on Paris flop
Accusations of “pampering” were thrown at the Matildas following their disappointing exit at the Paris Olympic Games.
Sporting legend dead at 76
The first foreign manager of one of Europe’s biggest football teams has tragically died after a battle with cancer.
Socceroos in World Cup group of death again
The Socceroos have been dealt a brutal draw for the next stage of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as they aim to qualify once again.
‘P**s poor’: Fans slam Socceroo coverage
The Socceroos are in World Cup qualifying action on Thursday night, with thousands of fans furious they can’t tune in.
‘Special’ game awaits Socceroos
A win over Japan in Perth in June could seal the Socceroos a spot in next year’s FIFA World Cup, and the coach knows it’s a “special” game.
Hero emerges as Socceroos catch fire
The Socceroos are on the brink after a crucial World Cup qualification victory on Tuesday night that was full of class.
Socceroos secure back-to-back wins
Jackson Irvine and Nishan Velupillay have continued their goal-scoring form to help the Socceroos to another win.
Socceroos on road to the World Cup after win over China
The Socceroos have defeated China and received a boost in their push to to cement a spot for the 2026 World Cup after a Japan and Saudi Arabia stalemate.
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