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Volpato heading to World Cup despite Socceroos snub

Volpato heading to World Cup despite Socceroos snub

Socceroos refusenik Cristian Volpato is going to the World Cup after all - as an ambassador for adidas. 10 Nov 2022
'He's an X-factor talent': Socceroos defender backs Kuol for Cup

'He's an X-factor talent': Socceroos defender backs Kuol for Cup

World Cup hopeful Thomas Deng believes Newcastle United-bound Garang Kuol could be a stealth weapon in Qatar, should Socceroos coach Graham Arnold choose to gamble on the teenager. 6 Nov 2022
'He's sticking with Italy': Roma's Aussie whizkid not up for World Cup

'He's sticking with Italy': Roma's Aussie whizkid not up for World Cup

Roma’s Aussie starlet Cristian Volpato is unlikely to accept a World Cup call-up, even if Graham Arnold decides to invite the teenage striker to join his 26-man in Qatar later this month. 1 Nov 2022
'He's never let Australia down': Ryan's Socceroos spot rock solid despite Danish downer

'He's never let Australia down': Ryan's Socceroos spot rock solid despite Danish downer

Socceroos assistant Rene Meulensteen has reiterated goalkeeper Mat Ryan’s importance to Australia’s World Cup ambitions - no matter what travails he faces at FC Copenhagen. 23 Oct 2022
Socceroos outlier making late World Cup charge

Socceroos outlier making late World Cup charge

The race is on to grab seats on the plane to Qatar and Socceroos outlier Jason Davidson hasn’t given up hope of playing at a second World Cup. 14 Oct 2022
Socceroos can wait as Roma's Aussie prodigy puts Italy first

Socceroos can wait as Roma's Aussie prodigy puts Italy first

The prospect of Roma’s Aussie import Cristian Volpato ever pulling on the green and gold continues to diminish, with the teenage winger locked in with Italy for next year’s FIFA U-20 World Cup. 8 Oct 2022
'The kids are alright': Arnold eyes World Cup bolters

'The kids are alright': Arnold eyes World Cup bolters

Socceroos coach Graham Arnold is banking on the brute physicality of his young brigade augmenting the subtler qualities of his more experienced players as he looks to cook up a winning World Cup blend. 7 Oct 2022
Grant's Usain Bolt banter after Socceroos blow

Grant's Usain Bolt banter after Socceroos blow

When Graham Arnold named his 31-man squad for last week’s friendlies against New Zealand - one of the unluckiest omissions was South-Korea-based defender Alex Grant. 4 Oct 2022
Kuol's Mariners mentor tips whiz-kid to soar with Magpies

Kuol's Mariners mentor tips whiz-kid to soar with Magpies

Garang Kuol has the potential to light up the Premier League as a regular starter for Newcastle United within two seasons, according to the young gun’s Central Coast Mariners mentor Nick Montgomery. 30 Sep 2022
'Last chance' to impress: Deng aiming to deliver for Socceroos

'Last chance' to impress: Deng aiming to deliver for Socceroos

If timing is everything in football, then Japan-based Socceroos defender Thomas Deng might have got his just right in his quest to land a World Cup spot.  19 Sep 2022
Flyin' Ryan a World Cup bolter from the blue

Flyin' Ryan a World Cup bolter from the blue

Uncapped Ryan Strain is on a quest to show he’s no after-thought - and fully deserves to be part of the Socceroos’ World Cup conversation. 16 Sep 2022
Son of Socceroos great playing it for keeps … with Philippines

Son of Socceroos great playing it for keeps … with Philippines

After growing up in the silhouette of Socceroos icon Mark Schwarzer, son Julian has emerged to forge a football path of his own - as an international goalkeeper with the Philippines (Azkals). 13 Sep 2022
EXCLUSIVE: Langerak on cusp of Socceroos comeback

EXCLUSIVE: Langerak on cusp of Socceroos comeback

Sixteen months after pulling the pin on his international career, Japan-based Mitch Langerak could be set for a surprise change of heart, and might even be named by Socceroos coach Graham Arnold for this month’s home-and-away clashes with New Zealand. 13 Sep 2022
'He'll hit ground running': Arnold lauds star midfielder's Serie A move

'He'll hit ground running': Arnold lauds star midfielder's Serie A move

Socceroos coach Graham Arnold expects Ajdin Hrustic to “hit the ground running” at Serie A Hellas Verona after the midfielder completed his anticipated move from Eintracht Frankfurt on transfer deadline day. 2 Sep 2022
Royal flush: Aussie keeper top of the Championship pile

Royal flush: Aussie keeper top of the Championship pile

When Dean Bouzanis left Melbourne City to join then non-league Sutton United two years ago, it’s fair to say his expectations fell some way short of stratospheric. 29 Aug 2022
World Cup the lure as Aussie defender beats injury jinx

World Cup the lure as Aussie defender beats injury jinx

If Graham Arnold is looking to add depth at the back heading into the World Cup, then the resurgence of Japan-based Thomas Deng could be manna from heaven for the Socceroos coach. 28 Aug 2022
Aussie young gun makes winning Brighton debut

Aussie young gun makes winning Brighton debut

Budding Australian winger Cameron Peupion’s steady rise at Brighton & Hove Albion culminated in a first ever taste of senior football overnight, as the Seagulls sauntered to a 3-0 EFL Cup win at League One Forest Green. 25 Aug 2022
Ryan's Danish delight a boon for Arnold

Ryan's Danish delight a boon for Arnold

Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has lauded skipper Mat Ryan’s switch to Denmark, with the keeper overnight playing his part in helping FC Copenhagen qualify for the group stage of the UEFA Champions League. 25 Aug 2022
'Biggest mystery in football': Rogic future confounds closest confidants

'Biggest mystery in football': Rogic future confounds closest confidants

Tom Rogic has emerged as the Scarlet Pimpernel of Australian football, with only a vapour trail left in his wake amid burning questions over where to next for the absentee Socceroo. 15 Aug 2022
Socceroos lure for midfielder on a mission in Scotland

Socceroos lure for midfielder on a mission in Scotland

Just 20km away from the princely Parkhead home of Ange Postecoglou, Aaron Mooy and Harry Kewell, two fellow Aussies are battling to make an impact amid the grit and grind at St Mirren. 15 Aug 2022
Socceroos defender joins Aussie invasion of Scottish Premiership

Socceroos defender joins Aussie invasion of Scottish Premiership

Socceroos defender Aziz Behich has become the latest Aussie to join the stampede into Scotland, with the free agent linking with compatriot Mark Birighitti at Dundee United. 27 Jul 2022