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Ange 'over the moon' with debate

Ange 'over the moon' with debate

Ange Postecoglou says he's happy to see vociferous debate about the Socceroos tactics and his use of a back three and wants more of it. 22 Jun 2017
Ange and the art of the possible

Ange and the art of the possible

They say that trying the same experiment multiple times and expecting different results is a form of madness. What then does this suggest about our national coach and his patently ineffective three at the back system? 21 Jun 2017
Five things we learned: Australia v Germany

Five things we learned: Australia v Germany

It is uphill from here. Australia looked slow and defensively frail against a youthful Germany side in Sochi on Monday evening, suffering a 3-2 loss at the hands of the world champions. 20 Jun 2017
Preview: Australia v Germany

Preview: Australia v Germany

Led by ambitious Ange Postecoglou, the Socceroos kick off their fourth FIFA Confederations Cup campaign against the reigning world champions Germany in Sochi on Tuesday morning (1am AEST). 19 Jun 2017
'Prickly' Ange remains defiant

'Prickly' Ange remains defiant

Australia’s coach, Ange Postecoglou, has never given the impression that he is one to enjoy press conferences. 19 Jun 2017
Five things to watch: Australia at the 2017 Confederations Cup

Five things to watch: Australia at the 2017 Confederations Cup

After a 12-year absence, the Socceroos return to the FIFA Confederations Cup on Tuesday morning (AEST) with a clash against world champions Germany. 18 Jun 2017
Brazil experiment vital for Russian test, says Ange

Brazil experiment vital for Russian test, says Ange

Socceroos boss Ange Postecoglou admits players lacking game time were a factor in the 4-0 loss to Brazil last night. 14 Jun 2017
Ange to the critics: Go hard!

Ange to the critics: Go hard!

Bring on the criticism says Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglou, who insists he’ll never let external pressure affect him. 14 Jun 2017
Ange resolute: Approach won't change

Ange resolute: Approach won't change

Australia coach Ange Postecoglou remains resolute that Tuesday’s 4-0 friendly loss to Brazil won’t affect his side’s approach at the upcoming Confederations Cup. 14 Jun 2017
Bresciano: Ange 'sees things we can't'

Bresciano: Ange 'sees things we can't'

Former Socceroo great Mark Bresciano describes Ange Postecoglou as the "biggest dreamer" and has backed the national team coach to take the green and gold to new heights. 12 Jun 2017
Ange: Fans 'not too excited' by Socceroos

Ange: Fans 'not too excited' by Socceroos

Socceroos boss Ange Postecoglou believes lacklustre ticket sales for Australia's clash with Brazil at the MCG are the result of continued negative coverage. 12 Jun 2017
Gersbach in for injured Smith

Gersbach in for injured Smith

Alex Gersbach has been called into the Socceroos line up to replace defender Brad Smith who injured his hamstring in the 3-2 win over Saudi Arabia. 11 Jun 2017
Postecoglou: Why the rush?

Postecoglou: Why the rush?

Australia coach Ange Postecoglou has called for the Australian public to be more patient with his emerging band of Socceroos. 8 Jun 2017
Ange: Ref missed "obvious penalty"

Ange: Ref missed "obvious penalty"

Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglou says the referee declined an “obvious penalty” as Australia missed out on an all-important fourth goal in Thursday night’s 3-2 win over Saudi Arabia. 8 Jun 2017
Ange keeps Saudi Arabia guessing over Socceroos starting XI

Ange keeps Saudi Arabia guessing over Socceroos starting XI

Socceroos boss Ange Postecoglou giving little away about his selection dilemmas ahead of the crunch 2018 World Cup qualifier against Saudi Arabia. 7 Jun 2017
Ange: Why I wouldn't have broken through

Ange: Why I wouldn't have broken through

Socceroos boss Ange Postecoglou, believes that if he was playing football today he would never have made it as a professional. 5 Jun 2017
Returning trio creates Ange dilemma

Returning trio creates Ange dilemma

With three key midfielders available again, Socceroos boss Ange Postecoglou has a number of selection headaches in midfield ahead of Thursday’s 2018 World Cup qualifier against Saudi Arabia. 4 Jun 2017
Ange: Kruse career at a crossroads

Ange: Kruse career at a crossroads

Free agent Robbie Kruse’s selection in Australia’s latest squad has caused some consternation and Socceroos boss Ange Postecoglou admits his next move is crucial for his international career. 31 May 2017
No Adelaide Oval pitch worries for Ange

No Adelaide Oval pitch worries for Ange

Australia coach Ange Postecoglou is optimistic the Adelaide Oval pitch for next week’s World Cup qualifier against Saudi Arabia will suit the Socceroos’ game style. 31 May 2017
Goodwin & Gersbach miss Socceroos cut

Goodwin & Gersbach miss Socceroos cut

Craig Goodwin and Alex Gersbach are among the seven players who have failed to make the final cut as the Socceroos’ final 23-man squad for the Confederations Cup was announced today. 31 May 2017
Wilkshire farewells Dynamo, welcomes Socceroos

Wilkshire farewells Dynamo, welcomes Socceroos

Moscow-based former Socceroo Luke Wilkshire says Ange Postecoglou’s men are capable of causing an upset at the Confederations Cup in Russia next month. 30 May 2017