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Socceroos' mystery World Cup rivals no concern: Popovic

Despite not having all their group stage opponents confirmed for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Socceroos coach Tony Popovic is not letting that affect preparations.

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'I wouldn't walk out': Popovic on Segecic's defection

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic appears disappointed Adrian Segecic didn't fight harder for a national start after the midfielder switched allegiances to Croatia.

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Three uncapped players called up for final home Socceroos friendlies before World Cup

Tony Popovic said he did all he could to convince Adrian Segečić to play for the Socceroos and repeated the maxim that he won’t be ‘selling the shirt’

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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.

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The one who got away: how did Australia lose one of its brightest football talents to Croatia?

Adrian Segečić’s switch of allegiance has left Socceroos fans wondering what might have been – and reopened a great Australian football debate

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'They just surprise you': how teen can add to Socceroos

Teen Lucas Herrington could be a surprise Socceroos call-up and ex-England sensation Theo Walcott believes national teams can reap the rewards of testing youth.

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Ex-Socceroos prospect explains Croatia defection

Portsmouth playmaker Adrian Segecic has explained why he turned his back on the Socceroos to seek an international career with Croatia.

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How Socceroos learned of playmaker's Croatian defection

Portsmouth attacker Adrian Segecic has turned his back on the Socceroos and switched FIFA association from Australia to Croatia.

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Eddie Jones, AFL provide Socceroos' World Cup blueprint

Tony Popovic is seeking cross-code collaboration as the Socceroos head to the World Cup in the United States.

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How breakfast with rugby great helped Tony Popovic’s World Cup plan

The Socceroos coach is on a cross-code knowledge quest as he prepares for his first major international tournament. Eddie Jones had a lot to offer

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Socceroos boss sets out Volpato's path to selection

Cristian Volpato is warming to the prospect of playing for Australia, after recently meeting with Socceroos head coach Tony Popovic.

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Socceroos striker sidelined, keeper stands tall in Cup

Nicholas D'Agostino is the latest Socceroo sidelined by injury, while a forgotten goalkeeper is making his case for selection in World Cup send-off games.

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Key Socceroo returns from injury ahead of friendlies

Connor Metcalfe is back playing for Bundesliga team FC St. Pauli in a rare bit of good news on the injury front for Socceroos boss Tony Popovic.

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Vamos! Socceroos to face Mexico in World Cup warm-up

The Socceroos' World Cup preparations will kick into overdrive with a friendly against co-hosts Mexico at the iconic Rose Bowl stadium in Los Angeles.

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Injury likely dashes Socceroo's World Cup dream

Starting Socceroos right-back Lewis Miller has suffered an achilles injury that appears to have ended his World Cup hopes.

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Stamatelopoulos' Socceroos World Cup dilemma laid bare

Apostolos Stamatelopoulos wants to ensure he's selected for the Socceroos in June, but a World Cup call-up might come at a cost.

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Socceroo joins Sky Blues in push for World Cup berth

A former Newcastle Jets striker has joined rival A-League outfit Sydney FC in a bid to bolster his chances for a World Cup spot with the Socceroos.

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Injury could dent veteran Socceroo's World Cup hopes

A groin injury suffered while playing for Adelaide United could strike a hammer blow to veteran Socceroos winger Craig Goodwin's World Cup hopes.

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Socceroo gambles on UK move ahead of World Cup

Mohamed Toure has potentially risked his near-certain World Cup spot by joining struggling English Championship side Norwich City.

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Boost for Socceroos as midfield star Irvine returns

Socceroos midfielder Jackson Irvine is back playing for St Pauli in the Bundesliga after injury, news that is bound to please Australia boss Tony Popovic.

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Socceroo's goal target, diet change to make World Cup

Mitchell Duke has revealed the dietary changes he is making to ensure he has a spot in Tony Popovic's squad for this year's World Cup.

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Arzani back in A-League with World Cup in mind

A former Socceroos boy wonder is returning to Melbourne City in a bid to rejuvenate his hopes of returning to the Australian squad for the World Cup.

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Socceroos announce World Cup warm-ups, new assistant

The Socceroos will host two friendlies in the next FIFA window, while FA has also announced ex-captain Mile Jedinak has joined Tony Popovic's coaching staff.

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'Right fit': D'Agostino roaring towards World Cup goal

Socceroos striker Nick D'Agostino has returned to Brisbane Roar to score goals and convince old mentor Tony Popovic he is worthy of a World Cup berth.

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Socceroo Silvera stars for 'Boro in Championship win

Middlesbrough have edged out West Bromwich Albion in the English Championship with Socceroo Sammy Silvera playing a big part in the five-goal thriller.

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