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‘I'm very honoured’: Ruon Tongyik credits dream Socceroos call-up to club form

Ruon Tongyik has credited his outstanding A-League season and subsequent Socceroos call-up to his teammates and staff at the Central Coast Mariners. The 24-year-old's inclusion in Graham Arnold’s 31-man squad bound for June's four FIFA World Cup Qualifiers in Kuwait is just re

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The Championship transformation that has built Harry Souttar for the Socceroos

As the Socceroos prepare for their first match in almost 18 months, defender Harry Souttar reflected on what he has learned playing in the 'world's toughest league' during that time. A lot has changed since fans last witnessed the towering centre back represent Australia in O

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The 'very intense, long' experience McGree credits for Socceroos call-up

Following a breakout season in the English Championship with Birmingham City, Riley McGree is ready to win his first senior international cap. McGree, who was an unused substitute for two Socceroos World Cup qualifiers in 2017, played 15 times for Birmingham after joining the

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Aussies Abroad: Play Off Final looms for Dougall before joining camp

Kenny Dougall's Blackpool will be hoping to sign off on their season in style as they prepare to go head to head against Lincoln in the English League One playoff final on Monday morning (AEST). Dougall will be involved in a mammoth clash this weekend before joining the Soccer

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'It feels like yesterday': James Holland relishing Socceroos return

James Holland is excited to be back amongst the Socceroos group as he makes his long-awaited return to the national team fold for the first time since 2014. While the Socceroos will end an 18-month wait for international football with upcoming qualifiers against Nepal, Taiwan,

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Win a signed Socceroos jersey by joining the Socceroos Fans Watch Party!

The Socceroos return to the pitch on June 4 (5am AEST) against Kuwait and we are giving you the opportunity to join our exclusive Zoom watch party, which will earn you a chance to win a signed jersey from the squad. 70 lucky Socceroos fans will have the opportunity to cheer on

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Vale Bill Mahoney

Football Australia is saddened to hear news of the passing of Socceroo number 141, Bill Mahoney. At the age of 19, Bill was included in the Australian squad to tour South Africa in 1950 as back-up goalkeeper to Norman Conquest.

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Ultimate Guide: Get to know your 31-man Socceroos squad

Following the announcement of the first Socceroos squad in 18 months, here is your opportunity to learn more about the 31 players bound for Kuwait as Australia's FIFA World Cup qualifying journey finally resumes. The latest Socceroos squad is a blend of experience and young t

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'They thought I made a mistake': Ruon Tongyik's heartwarming reaction to first Socceroos call-up

When Ruon Tongyik received notice of his first call-up for the Socceroos, he and his club both couldn't quite believe what they were hearing. The 24-year-old centre-back, who previously represented the Australia U-23's back in 2018, has been an integral figure in the fairytal

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Gallery: The Socceroos' first training session after returning to camp

After an 18 month absence, the Socceroos have now returned to camp and are ready to hit the ground running as they prepare for a hectic run of fixtures in early June. View the best shots from training session #1 in the gallery above! Graham Arnold has named a 31-man squad

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31 players bound for Kuwait as Socceroos seek to seal top spot in Group B

Socceroos Head Coach Graham Arnold today named the 31 players selected to represent Australia in the Middle East throughout May and June, as the nation’s quest to qualify for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ edges closer to a restart. The Socceroos commenced their path to next y

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Talking Points: Seven potential Socceroos debuts for June

With 31 players between the ages of 21 to 36, plying their trade in 17 leagues around the world, there are plenty of talking points that arise out of the squad set to make the Socceroos’ long-awaited return to the international stage. Head Coach Graham Arnold this week reveale

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Aussies Abroad: Dougall & Rukavytsya score in weekend of mixed fortunes

A handful of Socceroos competed in season-defining matches over the weekend in Scotland’s Cup and England’s League One, with some of experiencing grief and others finding glory. Saturday night saw Scottish Cup Final agony for Hibernian, going down 1-0 to St Johnstone at Hampto

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Trevor Morgan praises 'very talented' Tyrese Francois following Premier League debut

As the Premier League season came to a close overnight, 20-year-old Tyrese Francois became the 53rd Australian to appear in the English top flight. Having been part of Fulham's academy since 2013, the midfielder was handed his maiden first team appearance earlier this season

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Vale Alan Garside

Football Australia is saddened to learn of the passing of Socceroo number 148, Alan Garside. Garside passed away peacefully on the evening of Sunday, 23 May 2021 surrounded by his four children. Garside, a prolific striker, made his ‘A’ international debut against South Afr