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Arnold names Socceroos squad for World Cup play-offs

Arnold names Socceroos squad for World Cup play-offs

Returning striker Adam Taggart is one of nine changes to Graham Arnold's squad as the Socceroos prepare for crucial World Cup play-off matches. 29 May 2022
Hard road to Qatar doesn't faze Socceroo Ryan

Hard road to Qatar doesn't faze Socceroo Ryan

Goalkeeper Maty Ryan says taking the hard road to the 2022 World Cup is not fazing the Socceroos as they prepare for the playoffs. 25 May 2022
Olyroos AFC U23 Asian Cup squad revealed

Olyroos AFC U23 Asian Cup squad revealed

Australia revealed its preliminary Olyroos squad for the upcoming AFC U23 Asian Cup. 19 May 2022
'Put me down, I'm up for it' Hrustic steps up on Europe's big stage

'Put me down, I'm up for it' Hrustic steps up on Europe's big stage

The Socceroos' Ajdin Hrustic's decade-long overseas football journey has been rewarded with a Europa League trophy with German side Eintracht Frankfurt. 19 May 2022
Europa League final a dream for Socceroo

Europa League final a dream for Socceroo

This week's Europa League final will be dream realised for Eintracht Frankfurt and Australia midfielder Ajdin Hrustic, the result of years of hard work. 18 May 2022
Socceroos Abroad: ACL kicks off as European seasons start coming to a close

Socceroos Abroad: ACL kicks off as European seasons start coming to a close

After a bucket load of football for Socceroos and Australian players overseas in February and March, April saw some seasons come to a close, particularly in Europe. 16 May 2022
Socceroo Rogic's emotional Celtic goodbye

Socceroo Rogic's emotional Celtic goodbye

Socceroo Tom Rogic has bidden an emotional farewell to Celtic after finishing his nine trophy-laden years at the Scottish giants in triumphant style. 15 May 2022
Vidmar takes reins for Olyroos' Paris bid

Vidmar takes reins for Olyroos' Paris bid

Former Socceroo and 1992 Olyroo Tony Vidmar has been appointed as the next Olyroos coach, charged with qualifying for Paris 2024. 11 May 2022
Socceroos: June Too Soon for the Last Chance Saloon?

Socceroos: June Too Soon for the Last Chance Saloon?

The Socceroos have (hopefully) two matches in the Last Chance Saloon, in June. It’s time for Arnie to throw off the overly cautious approach and try something radical. 11 May 2022
Wembley-bound Socceroo eliminates another in League One semi-final

Wembley-bound Socceroo eliminates another in League One semi-final

Socceroo Bailey Wright is off to the League One playoff final at Wembley after Sunderland saw off fellow Socceroo Massimo Luongo's Sheffield Wednesday. 10 May 2022
Socceroos to face Jordan before Qatar play-offs

Socceroos to face Jordan before Qatar play-offs

The Socceroos have teed up a friendly with Jordan in Doha as preparation for their cut-throat World Cup qualifying play-off against the United Arab Emirates. 10 May 2022
'Full strength Socceroos will make a difference': FA chief's World Cup war cry

'Full strength Socceroos will make a difference': FA chief's World Cup war cry

A robust financial rebound has left Football Australia well placed to shrug off the $12 million hit of missing out on the World Cup - but chief executive James Johnson hasn’t given up hope of qualifying for Qatar. 5 May 2022
'I'm fully confident': Ex-Socceroos keeper predicts play-off glory

'I'm fully confident': Ex-Socceroos keeper predicts play-off glory

It might look like mission implausible, but ex-Socceroos keeper Mitch Langerak believes Graham Arnold’s men are still a big shout of traversing next month’s playoffs to reach the World Cup in Qatar. 4 May 2022
Socceroo on the mark for Middlesbrough twice in four days

Socceroo on the mark for Middlesbrough twice in four days

Newly signed English Championship player Riley McGree has settled into his club Middlesbrough FC, making an impact this last month. 28 Apr 2022
Rogic hails Celtic boss Ange after award nomination

Rogic hails Celtic boss Ange after award nomination

Celtic's Tom Rogic, shortlisted by fellow pros for Scotland's player of the year, has paid tribute to the influence of his fellow Aussie boss Ange Postecoglou. 28 Apr 2022
Genreau could open European doors for Aussies

Genreau could open European doors for Aussies

Socceroos midfielder Denis Genreau will next season be playing against the likes of Ligue 1 champions PSG as Toulouse secured promotion to France's top flight. 28 Apr 2022
EXCLUSIVE: Fringe Socceroos keeper bound for Wanderers

EXCLUSIVE: Fringe Socceroos keeper bound for Wanderers

Fringe Socceroos keeper Lawrence Thomas will quit Denmark’s Superliga at the end of the season to join Western Sydney Wanderers’ rebuild under Mark Rudan. 28 Apr 2022
'It's a no brainer': Mariners boss urges Arnold to cap Cumdog

'It's a no brainer': Mariners boss urges Arnold to cap Cumdog

As Graham Arnold weighs his attacking options ahead of June’s World Cup playoffs in Doha, Central Coast boss Nick Montgomery says the Socceroos coach should look no further than born-again A-League striker Jason Cummings. 27 Apr 2022
Socceroos Abroad: Teenage kicks and history made in Wales

Socceroos Abroad: Teenage kicks and history made in Wales

After a busy transfer window for Australian players overseas, several started to find their feet at new homes abroad in February, whilst those who stayed put continued to chalk up more minutes. March saw more managerial success, along with several young Aussies abroad being selected for the Olyroos training camp in the Netherlands. FTBL's Christian Marchetti reviews Socceroos and Aussie's Abroad in February and March. 19 Apr 2022
‘I don’t see myself as a number two’: Socceroos' Ryan riding Spanish rollercoaster

‘I don’t see myself as a number two’: Socceroos' Ryan riding Spanish rollercoaster

Socceroos skipper Mat Ryan isn’t letting lack of game time in La Liga erode his confidence or swagger, insisting: “I don’t see myself as a number two." 12 Apr 2022
Online trolls 'driving' Roma starlet away from Socceroos

Online trolls 'driving' Roma starlet away from Socceroos

A social media backlash aimed at Roma rookie Cristian Volpato has diminished the prospects of the dual nationality winger ever representing Australia, according to his mentor and one-time coach Tony Basha. 6 Apr 2022