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Van Marwijk heaps praise on 'strong' Nabbout after maiden goal

Van Marwijk heaps praise on 'strong' Nabbout after maiden goal

Socceroos boss Bert van Marwijk was full of praise for Andrew Nabbout after his maiden international goal which the Dutchman believes will help catapult his progress. 2 Jun 2018
Risdon firms for World Cup selection

Risdon firms for World Cup selection

Western Sydney Wanderers defender Josh Risdon appears to have one foot on the plane to Russia after earning praise from Socceroos boss Bert van Marwijk for his display in Friday's 4-0 win over Czechia. 2 Jun 2018
Arzani & a brief history of Socceroos debuts

Arzani & a brief history of Socceroos debuts

It felt like a watershed moment. As the goals rolled in, the calls grew louder from Socceroos fans watching at home. 2 Jun 2018
Gallery: Socceroos face Czechia

Gallery: Socceroos face Czechia

The Socceroos' 2018 World Cup preparations ramped up with a friendly against Czechia in St Polten, Austria. Pics by Getty Images. 2 Jun 2018
Bert cagey on final World Cup squad

Bert cagey on final World Cup squad

Socceroos coach Bert van Marwijk has refused to give anything away about the make-up of his final 23-man squad for the 2018 World Cup in light of Friday night's 4-0 win over Czechia in Vienna. 2 Jun 2018
Leckie: Czech win gives us confidence

Leckie: Czech win gives us confidence

Socceroos two-goal hero Mathew Leckie says Friday night's 4-0 win over Czechia gives Australia confidence that their preparations will pay off at the 2018 World Cup. 1 Jun 2018
Leckie double guides rampant Socceroos past Czechia

Leckie double guides rampant Socceroos past Czechia

The Socceroos recorded a solid 4-0 victory over Czechia in Austria on Friday in the first of two friendlies that the team will play prior to their 2018 World Cup opener against France. 1 Jun 2018
The Ultimate Socceroos 2006 FIFA World Cup Quiz

The Ultimate Socceroos 2006 FIFA World Cup Quiz

Get in the mood for Russia 2018 by testing your knowledge about the key and unforgettable moments of the 2006 Germany FIFA World Cup with the Ultimate Socceroos quiz. 1 Jun 2018
Zelic: Socceroos need a licence to thrill

Zelic: Socceroos need a licence to thrill

The Socceroos must show Australia's have-a-go spirit when they take on Czechia in Austria tonight, SBS host Lucy Zelic tells the new 442FM podcast. 1 Jun 2018
Van Marwijk concerned about Socceroos lack of improvisation

Van Marwijk concerned about Socceroos lack of improvisation

Bert van Marwijk said he doesn't have time to try out new players heading into Russia, so expect a similar outfit in tonight's Czech Republic friendly. 1 Jun 2018
Aussie striker heads to Europe

Aussie striker heads to Europe

Melbourne Knights striker Caleb Mikulic has signed with Jimmy Jeggo's new Austrian club Austria Vienna. 31 May 2018
Perth Glory signs former Socceroo Franjic

Perth Glory signs former Socceroo Franjic

Perth Glory have confirmed the signing of Socceroo Ivan Franjic following his exit from Brisbane Roar. 31 May 2018
Gallery: French team mucking around in training

Gallery: French team mucking around in training

They're taking it for granted! Les Bleus staged a jovial muckaround session - with a little training on the side - before their World Cup lead-up friendlies. 31 May 2018
Edwards searches for new club

Edwards searches for new club

Former Australia youth international Ryan Edwards is a free agent after invoking a relegation clause in his contract to leave Scottish club Partick Thistle. 31 May 2018
Rostyn Griffiths exits Uzbek giants

Rostyn Griffiths exits Uzbek giants

Former Perth Glory and Central Coast midfielder Rostyn Griffiths is on the look-out for a new club after mutually agreeing to part ways with Uzbek club Pakhtakor. 30 May 2018
Gallery: Jedinak joins Socceroos camp

Gallery: Jedinak joins Socceroos camp

Socceroos skipper Mile Jedinak arrived in Belek, Antalya, to link up with the Australia training camp on Wednesday. Pics by Getty Images. 30 May 2018
Jakobsen: Denmark would beat Australia 8 out of 10 times

Jakobsen: Denmark would beat Australia 8 out of 10 times

With the World Cup under three weeks away, a raft of questions concerning the Socceroos are about to be answered. 30 May 2018
World Cup Socceroos - the portrait session

World Cup Socceroos - the portrait session

Ahead of the World Cup, the Socceroos took turns facing the camera in a mega portrait session at the Gloria Football Club in Antalya, Turkey. 30 May 2018
Billy Slater calls time on rep career

Billy Slater calls time on rep career

Billy Slater has announced that he will retire from all representative rugby league after this year's State of Origin series. 30 May 2018
Jeggo defends Austria switch after criticism

Jeggo defends Austria switch after criticism

Fringe Socceroo Jimmy Jeggo has defended himself against criticism by former club Sturm Graz following his decision to join domestic competitors Austria Vienna. 30 May 2018
Pic special: Socceroos training session

Pic special: Socceroos training session

Just days out from their pre-World Cup friendly against the Czech Republic, the Socceroos put in the hard yards at the Gloria Football Club in Antalya, Turkey. 29 May 2018