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Okon: We need to re-find Colombia form

Okon: We need to re-find Colombia form

THE YOUNG Socceroos know only a win will do against hosts Turkey if they are to become the first Australian team to qualify for the knockout stages of an under-20 World Cup since 2003. 28 Jun 2013
Disappointment as Young Roos flop

Disappointment as Young Roos flop

THE YOUNG Socceroos crashed back to earth with a shock 2-1 defeat to El Salvador in the U20s World Cup, giving the Central Americans their first ever win in a FIFA tournament. 26 Jun 2013
Hoole: Young Roos can get even better

Hoole: Young Roos can get even better

GOALMAKER hero Andrew Hoole says Young Socceroos confidence has boosted after their impressive 1-1 draw with South American champions Colombia in their opening U20s World Cup clash. 24 Jun 2013
Loew admits Germany need to adapt for World Cup

Loew admits Germany need to adapt for World Cup

Joachim Loew has conceded that Germany will need to adapt their style of play if they are to be victorious at the 2014 FIFA World Cup. 24 Jun 2013
Holger: We'll do you proud...

Holger: We'll do you proud...

SOCCEROOS coach Holger Osieck told Australian supporters not to worry about the team copping a spanking in Brazil after it took a last gasp goal to earned their World Cup spot. 19 Jun 2013
All you need to know about going to Brazil

All you need to know about going to Brazil

THE Socceroos are off to another World Cup, and in the new 442 magazine we report from Brazil 12 months out from the biggest football party on the planet. 19 Jun 2013
'We kept saying: It's going to come...'

'We kept saying: It's going to come...'

GOALMAKER Mark Bresciano has revealed how self-belief and calm heads sent Australia to Brazil 2014 - despite being surprised by how good Iraq turned out to be. 19 Jun 2013
Terrace Australis think big for Iraq game

Terrace Australis think big for Iraq game

IT’S a 9 metre by 12 metre show of national pride and football fans are hoping it makes a fitting tribute to the long and proud history of the Green and Gold as the Socceroos walk onto the field of destiny tonight. 18 Jun 2013
Final Roos presser and training

Final Roos presser and training

The Socceroos faced the press for the last time before tomorrow night's crucial clash against Iraq and had one final hit out at ANZ Stadium. Pics by Getty Images. 17 Jun 2013
We need the crowd behind us - Neill

We need the crowd behind us - Neill

THE SAMBA dancing has been put aside and reconnaissance has been the main activity for the Socceroos ahead of their crucial World Cup qualifier on Tuesday night. 17 Jun 2013
FIFA World Cup Qualifying Preview: South Korea v Iran

FIFA World Cup Qualifying Preview: South Korea v Iran

QUALIFICATION for the 2014 FIFA World Cup is up for grabs in Ulsan when South Korea host Iran on Tuesday. 17 Jun 2013
Okon on Young Roos World Cup fortunes

Okon on Young Roos World Cup fortunes

IT’S back to the future for Paul Okon. The former Young Socceroo now finds himself leading the next wave of stars-in-the-making as they take on the best of the best at the U20 World Cup in Turkey. 16 Jun 2013
Neill wary of 'bogey team' Iraq

Neill wary of 'bogey team' Iraq

LUCAS Neill says Australia are keeping their feet 'firmly on the ground' ahead of their World Cup qualifier in Sydney against 'bogey-team' Iraq. 14 Jun 2013
Okon: It's nothing personal, Mustafa...

Okon: It's nothing personal, Mustafa...

YOUNG Socceroos coach Paul Okon has vehemently denied there was anything personal in his surprise decision to omit midfielder Mustafa Amini from the U-20 World Cup squad. 14 Jun 2013
Amini blasts back at World Cup bombshell

Amini blasts back at World Cup bombshell

MUSTAFA Amini has angrily rejected Young Socceroos coach Paul Okon's claims that he was not fit enough to play at the FIFA Under 20 World Cup in Turkey. 13 Jun 2013
Get along to meet the Socceroos

Get along to meet the Socceroos

FANS have the chance to meet and greet their Socceroo heroes today and tomorrow around Sydney ahead of Tuesday's vital World Cup qualifier against Iraq. 13 Jun 2013
World Cup Qualifiers Wrap: Argentina hold on

World Cup Qualifiers Wrap: Argentina hold on

Argentina survived a spirited charge from Ecuador to hold on for a 1-1 draw in Tuesday's FIFA World Cup qualifier in high-altitude Quito. 13 Jun 2013
Blatter: Brazil will be ready for World Cup

Blatter: Brazil will be ready for World Cup

FIFA president Sepp Blatter is confident Brazil will be ready to host the World Cup in 2014. 13 Jun 2013
Young Socceroos Special

Young Socceroos Special

THE Young Socceroos dropped by 442 for a special 10-page feature in the new issue out now – they even took over the cameras for an exclusive photoshoot. 13 Jun 2013
Sweden keep up pressure as Armenia win big

Sweden keep up pressure as Armenia win big

Sweden kept themselves in contention for a place at next year's FIFA World Cup with a 2-0 win over the Faroe Islands on Tuesday. 12 Jun 2013
Asian powerhouses close in on finals

Asian powerhouses close in on finals

South Korea, Iran and Australia all took a significant step towards securing a place at the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil on Tuesday. 12 Jun 2013