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Opponent Watch: FIFA World Cup winner doubts France chances

France are figuring prominently among the pre-tournament favourites for the FIFA World Cup™, but a former favourite is unsure if the current crop can go all the way. Meanwhile, a key Group C star has been pulled away from his team's training camp, while a dark horse are being

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Huge disparity highlights Caltex Socceroos' four-year transformation

It's the 260-match gap that could make all the difference in Russia. Hardened by a gruelling qualifying campaign that began three years ago, the Caltex Socceroos head to the 2018 FIFA World Cup™ stocked with the know-how of a combined 669 international appearances. That num

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The chance invitation that changed Jedinak's career

"What he's done for Crystal Palace on and off the pitch should never be underestimated." That was the view of ex-Palace captain Paddy McCarthy speaking of Caltex Socceroos skipper Mile Jedinak. McCarthy, like most fans, was surprised the Eagles had agreed to sell Jedinak to

Socceroos midfielder James Troisi celebrates his extra-time winner against Korea Republic.

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6 days to go: James Troisi’s FIFA World Cup story

The 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia is now less than a week away and as part of our countdown to the tournament, we are profiling every Australian player who's been to a FIFA World Cup. Today we continue the countdown with James Troisi, part of Australia’s 2014 World Cup campaig

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Caltex Socceroos to be AFC's top-ranked team at FIFA World Cup

The Caltex Socceroos have been given a handy confidence boost ahead of the FIFA World Cup™ by officially becoming the top-ranked team in Asia. FIFA's latest update has seen Australia climb four places to 36th in the world, overtaking 37th-placed Iran as the Asian Football Conf

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Grella: 'There are makings of us doing something special'

Vince Grella always had a keen ability to read the play. It was, as a defensive midfielder, a skill that earned him a job marking Zinedine Zidane on his Empoli debut, a 10-year Serie A career, and an integral role as the rudder for Australia's thrilling ride at the 2006 FIFA W

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Watch: Cahill’s perfect recreation of Netherlands classic

If ever you thought there was a hint of good fortune about Tim Cahill's 2014 FIFA World Cup™ classic against the Netherlands, think again. Want 100 percent, unquestionable proof?

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‘Come on Australia’: Mourinho’s shock FIFA World Cup shout

The Caltex Socceroos have a surprise backer to progress to the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup™, with Jose Mourinho tipping Australia to come second behind France. With Denmark and Peru the other two contenders in Group C, Mourinho declared he’s backing a “surprise pick” ins

Bert van Marwijk keeps a close eye on proceedings.

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'Five needs to fit into three': Van Marwijk's biggest selection headaches

Bert van Marwijk can explore his full attacking arsenal for the first time this weekend when Australia visit Hungary in a pre-FIFA World Cup™ friendly. The Caltex Socceroos boss has decisions to make after unexpectedly ushering Jamie Maclaren into his final 23-man squad for th

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Day 18 Wrap: Getting inside the minds of Caltex Socceroos

The Caltex Socceroos enjoyed a rare day off to refresh their bodies ahead of the final pre-FIFA World Cup™ friendly against Hungary on Sunday. With just one more day in Anatalya before the team travels to Budapest, Australia will then travel to their Russian training base in K

Bozanic says his maiden World Cup campaign has given him confidence ahead of the upcoming season with FC Luzern.

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7 days to go: Oliver Bozanic’s FIFA World Cup story

The 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia is now only a week away and as part of our countdown to the tournament, we are profiling every Australian player who's been to a FIFA World Cup. Today we continue the countdown with Oliver Bozanic, part of Australia’s 2014 World Cup campaign i

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Poll: Vote for your Caltex Socceroos XI to face Hungary

We're just four days away from the Caltex Socceroos once again taking the field, this time for their final friendly before the FIFA World Cup™. Hungary are the next opponents before the main event in Russia begins, with the action getting underway at 1.30am AEST on Sunday, liv

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Cahill’s classy act to help Aussie fan nab Caltex Socceroos tickets

Olympian and 2016 Rio gold medallist Chloe Esposito is more than just your average Caltex Socceroos fan. But when the modern pentathlete shared her anguish on Twitter about being unable to purchase tickets to Australia’s upcoming pre-FIFA World Cup™ friendly against Hungary, l

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Day 17 Wrap: Secret weapons behind the scenes in Caltex Socceroos camp

The Caltex Socceroos have just two days left in Antalya, Turkey before they take the next steps on the road to Russia. With the FIFA World Cup™ now just eight days away, and Australia’s first group game against France just 10 days away, what happens on the training park is all

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8 days to go: Mitch Langerak's FIFA World Cup Story

As part of our countdown to the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, we profile every Australian player who's been to a World Cup. Today we continue the countdown with Mitch Langerak, an Australian goalkeeper who went to the 2014 FIFA World Cup. READ: FIFA World Cup Countdown for