Celebrating 10 years of the Socceroos' 2015 AFC Asian Cup triumph

January 2025 marks the 10-year anniversary of the Socceroos' first-ever victory at the tournament, which was clinched on home soil.

This page will act as a hub celebrating the unforgettable moments and heroes of the squad as they reminisce about one of Australia's greatest sporting achievements.

Australia, led by head coach Ange Postecoglou, were placed in Group A alongside Korea Republic, Oman and Kuwait, before going onto prevail past China PR and the United Arab Emirates in the Quarter Finals and Semi Finals respectively to set up another intriguing showdown with the Taegeuk Warriors.

Scroll below to read some informative pieces and insightful football stories as members of the squad reflect on the tournament.

2015 Stories

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Ten Years On: The invaluable impact of volunteers at the 2015 Asian Cup

They came forward in their hundreds, immigrants, first-generation Australians and those whose forbears came to the country in the 19th and 20th centuries.2015 AFC Asian Cup Hub: Celebrating 10 years of the Socceroos' triumph They spoke many languages and generally supported the S

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Ten Years On: Celebrating the multicultural melting pot that was the 2015 Asian Cup

They brought colour and movement, excitement and energy, and created a fervent, febrile atmosphere that lit up the tournament and gave it the drama and tension that it needed.2015 AFC Asian Cup Hub: Celebrating 10 years of the Socceroos' triumph Given Australia's hitherto lukewar

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Ten Years On: James Troisi dissects THAT goal from 2015 Asian Cup final

Socceroo #511 James Troisi analyses his iconic extra-time winner in the 2015 AFC Asian Cup final against Korea Republic to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the match played in Sydney's Stadium Australia.2015 AFC Asian Cup Hub: Celebrating 10 years of the Socceroos' triumph Th

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Ten Years On: Robbie Kruse on triumphs and tribulations during 2015 Asian Cup

75-time capped international and AFC Asian Cup 2015 champion Robbie Kruse spoke to Football Australia Media to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the night the Socceroos secured their first piece of major silverware. 2015 AFC Asian Cup Hub: Celebrating 10 years of the Socceroo

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Ten Years On: The legacy left by the 2015 Asian Cup

One of the dictionary definitions of legacy is 'the long-lasting impact of particular events, actions, etc.

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Ten Years On: MVP Massimo Luongo looks back at 2015 AFC Asian Cup success

Massimo Luongo, one of the revelations from our 2015 AFC Asian Cup triumph, shares his memories of the tournament as we celebrate the anniversary ten years on.2015 AFC Asian Cup Hub: Celebrating 10 years of the Socceroos' triumph The then 22-year-old played a decisive role throug