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Brazil friendlies a 'reality check' for new Socceroos

With seven potential debutants in the squad, veteran Milos Degenek is backing the new Socceroos generation to prove their mettle against Brazil.

AAP · Sep 21

Star Socceroo seals money-spinning move to Benfica

Alessandro Circati is the latest Socceroo to move clubs in the post-World Cup money-go-round, after Portuguese giants Benfica confirmed his transfer from Parma.

AAP · Aug 19

World Cup Socceroo snapped up by German club

Melbourne Victory's Nishan Velupillay has become the latest World Cup Socceroo to be snapped up by a European club, moving to the German third division.

AAP · Aug 19

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SOC:Socceroos boss defends selections after US loss

Coach Tony Popovic didn't start Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe in Australia's 2-0 loss to the United States, but believes personnel wasn't the issue.

AAP · Jun 20

‘Disasterclass’ as timid Socceroos fail to show enough ambition against United States

Australia’s match against the United States was always going to be the toughest of the Socceroos’ three fixtures in their World Cup group, and that proved to be the case. The US has backed up its emphatic opening win against Paraguay with a 2–0 victory that assures the host nation’s…

The Conversation · Jun 19

USA surge into World Cup knockout stage after dominant victory over Socceroos

An 11th-minute own goal from Cameron Burgess and a close-range finish from Alex Freeman gave the United States a 2-0 victory against Australia

The Guardian - US · Jun 19

Socceroos crash back to earth after being humbled by superior USA

The swagger Australia offered in their opener against Turkey was gone and for much for the game in Seattle they looked second best and shellshocked

The Guardian - AU · Jun 19

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World Cup 2026: Hosts USA reach knockouts with dominant win over Australia's Socceroos

World Cup co-hosts the ⁠United States advanced to the knockout stage with one game to spare after comfortably beating Australia 2-0 in Group ‌D on Friday, despite the absence of injured star player Christian Pulisic. Follow our live, minute-by-minute coverage.

France 24 · Jun 19

USMNT vs. Australia: Confirmed Lineups for World Cup Group D Match

Both teams secured impressive victories in the first round of group matches.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 19

Socceroos boss insists big calls didn't lead to US loss

Coach Tony Popovic didn't start Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe in Australia's 2-0 loss to the United States, but is adamant personnel wasn't the issue.

AAP · Jun 19

How to watch USA vs Australia: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time as co-hosts continue FIFA World Cup 2026 journey, team news

Christian Pulisic misses USA's clash with Australia due to injury, as the co-hosts continue their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign. Here's how to watch the Group D fixture for free online and from anywhere.

TechRadar · Jun 19

Diverse Socceroos their own statement at World Cup

For veteran midfielder Jackson Irvine, the Socceroos and their diverse make-up are their own political statement this World Cup.

AAP · Jun 10

Winger has 'fire in the belly' to make Socceroos mark

Nishan Velupillay never really got going this ALM season, but has always delivered for the Socceroos and has a fire in the belly to deliver at the World Cup.

AAP · Jun 9

Socceroos’ World Cup squad revealed as Tony Popovic rolls dice with two uncapped strikers

The Socceroos have named two uncapped attackers in their squad for this month’s World Cup

The Guardian - AU · May 31

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AAP · May 29

Volpato switches Italy for Socceroos as Cup cull looms

Italy-based attacker Cristian Volpato is set to join up with the Socceroos in the US as coach Tony Popovic prepares to cut his World Cup squad in coming days.

The Guardian - AU · May 22

Locks, likelies and long shots: who will make the Socceroos’ World Cup squad?

With a touch over a week to go before Australia coach Tony Popovic names his 26 players, whose ticket is punched and who will be left disappointed?

AAP · May 2

Victory boss unleashes on refs after Sydney finals loss

Melbourne Victory have been knocked out of the A-League Men finals after a 1-0 loss to Sydney with coach Arthur Diles unhappy at the standard of refereeing.

AAP · Apr 17

Jets one step closer to premiership after Victory draw

Newcastle have salvaged a 2-2 draw with Melbourne Victory at AAMI Park to remain in pole position for the A-League Men premiership.

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AAP · Apr 11

Corica sees red as Auckland falter in ALM title race

Steve Corica is facing a ban for Auckland's run towards the A-League Men finals after his side lost ground on Newcastle in a 2-2 draw with Melbourne Victory.

AAP · Mar 31

Big gun cameos seal Socceroos' World Cup send-off win

Nestory Irankunda, Jordy Bos and Riley McGree have come off the bench to lift the Socceroos to a 5-1 win over Curacao in their World Cup send-off match.

AAP · Mar 21

Victory unleash second-half blitz to sink Mariners 4-1

Melbourne Victory have extended their unbeaten run to seven matches after scoring four second-half goals to post a 4-1 win over Central Coast.

AAP · Mar 19

Socceroos summon uncapped trio for World Cup warm-ups

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has called up an 18-year-old defender for the first time while also giving World Cup auditions to two other uncapped players.

AAP · Feb 13

FA not rushing to replace departing Olyroos coach

Tony Vidmar has stepped down as Olyroos coach and Football Australia will review the program before appointing his replacement.

AAP · Feb 6

Victory outlast Phoenix for crucial away win

Melbourne Victory have snapped a two-game losing run by claiming a 3-2 away win over Wellington Phoenix, climbing back into the A-League Men finals places.

AAP · Jan 24

Victory's Velupillay has unfinished Socceroos business

Melbourne Victory gun Nishan Velupillay wants to hit form in a huge match against Sydney FC and make his case to return to the Socceroos.

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