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Hammer to go with defensive anvil remains elusive for stuttering Socceroos

Unlocking Australia’s attack should be Tony Popovic’s main priority with the World Cup coming into sharp focus and scrutiny on his team increasing

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Socceroos stalwart relishes key mark in injury return

Socceroos stalwart Jackson Irvine is back starting for Australia after a long injury lay-off and is confident he can get back to his best.

AAP

Socceroos rue 'soft penalty', virus after lopsided loss

The Socceroos have been outclassed by Colombia in New York, where coach Tony Popovic lamented a contentious penalty and a pre-game virus that floored his squad.

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Sick Socceroos slump to defeat as Colombia stars make difference in New York

James Rodríguez, Luis Díaz and Jefferson Lerma scored three second half goals inside 17 minutes after a virus had ripped through the Australian camp

The Guardian - AU

Colombia 3-0 Australia: men’s international football friendly – as it happened

Minute-by-minute: The Socceroos slumped to a third defeat in a row after a second-half blitz from the South Americans settled the friendly in New York

The Guardian - AU

Containing superstar a perfect challenge for Socceroos

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic wants his charges to welcome the challenge of handling Colombia and their superstar winger Luis Diaz.

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Football quiz: test your recall of World Cup qualifying shocks and drama

Late winners, controversies and England embarrassment all feature in this World Cup-themed quiz

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Why Socceroos boss doesn't regret big selection call

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic is welcoming a brutal test against Colombia and has no regrets about fielding a less experienced group in their loss to Venezuela.

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Socceroo doesn't regret trading Europe for Messi's MLS

Socceroos midfielder Aiden O'Neill traded Europe for New York City and the MLS and he doesn't regret it one bit ahead of next year's World Cup.

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'Non-negotiables' Socceroos must right to beat Colombia

Riley McGree has identified the "non-negotiables" the Socceroos must show against Colombia and is confident they can deliver possession-based football.

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Socceroos regroup ahead of Colombia showdown

The Socceroos suffered a disappointing 1-0 loss to Venezuela but will need to quickly rebound and find form against Colombia.

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The Socceroos brought me so much heartbreak – 20 years ago against Uruguay, it all changed

Australian football finally reached a turning point on 16 November 2005. Thank goodness I didn’t accidentally wipe out Marco Bresciano at school

The Guardian - AU

Tony Popovic nears World Cup deadline with negatives piling up for the Socceroos

A callow Australia side confirmed in defeat by Venezuela that the head coach needs his big hitters back before facing Colombia in New York

The Guardian - AU

Passive Socceroos problems exposed in disappointing defeat to Venezuela

Australia lose 1-0 after La Vinotinto attacker Jesús Ramírez scores in the 38th minute, while debutant goalkeeper Patrick Beach impresses in Houston

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Socceroos learn lessons from frustrating Venezuela loss

The Socceroos have suffered their second consecutive loss, with Tony Popovic admitting a "soft goal" wasn't the only issue in the 1-0 defeat to Venezuela.

The Guardian - AU

Venezuela 1-0 Australia: men’s international football friendly – as it happened

Socceroos fail to fire against La Vinotinto in Houston as their 2026 World Cup preparations take a hit with a second straight defeat

AAP

20 years on: Aloisi opens up about joy, legacy and more

Two decades on from the iconic penalty shootout, Socceroos legend John Aloisi has vivid memories of the spot kick that ended Australia's World Cup heartache.

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Socceroos ready to go toe-to-toe with Venezuela

The Socceroos are back to their combative style under Tony Popovic and are ready to see how it stands up in their friendly match against Venezuela.

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Defender delivers tough message to doubtful Socceroos

Socceroos defender Milos Degenek chose to play for Australia over Serbia and has given his thoughts on how players in similar positions should handle that call.

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Caught in limbo Aloisi opens up on coaching future

Socceroos great John Aloisi has effectively been a coach without a club since Western United went into hibernation but is ready to seize his next chance.

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Why Socceroos legend isn't writing off goalkeeper Ryan

Socceroos legend Mark Schwarzer believes captain Mat Ryan will relish the challenge of trying to stave off Paul Izzo as No.1 goalkeeper.

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Newest Socceroos brothers out to make special memories

Whenever one of the Toure brothers is playing, the family home is abuzz with new Socceroo Al Hassan Toure hoping he and Mohamed can give them a reason to cheer.

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World Cup selection race heats up for Socceroos

Socceroos midfielder Max Balard and uncapped defender Jack Iredale are determined to seize their tickets to a maiden World Cup.

Evening Standard

Who is James Overy? Manchester United starlet could get shock World Cup call

Red Devils starlet yet to make senior Old Trafford debut but has been fast-tracked at international level

AAP

Why Socceroos boss turned to Man Utd teen

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has called up 18-year-old Manchester United defender James Overy, who is now in contention to push for a World Cup berth.

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