Daniel Arzani celebrates v Hungary
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Arzani 'absolutely buzzing' after Hungary cameo

Caltex Socceroos’ forward Daniel Arzani says he’s ‘absolutely buzzing’ after netting his first senior international goal in the side's 2-1 friendly win over Hungary overnight. The 19-year-old was handed just his second ever cap when he arrived into the fray in the 73rd minute

Jackson Irvine and Tim Cahill
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‘We’re finding ways to win’: game-changer praises Caltex Socceroos

Caltex Socceroos' midfielder Jackson Irvine says the side’s 2-1 victory over Hungary on Sunday morning highlights a newfound tenacity within the squad. While Australia didn’t quite muster a performance to rival their comprehensive 4-0 victory over Czech Republic nine days ago,

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Opponent Watch: Denmark cruise, Peru stalemate in overnight friendlies

The Caltex Socceroos' Group C opponents Denmark and Peru will now turn their attention to Russia after the pair completed their final pre-tournament friendly matches overnight. READ: France suffer shock setback REPORT: Arzani fires first goal as Caltex Socceroos top Hungary

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Van Marwijk pleased by winning response to frank half-time feedback

Caltex Socceroos boss Bert van Marwijk took encouragement from his side's reaction to an honest half-time assessment that ultimately led to a second successive victory. Daniel Arzani netted his maiden international goal before Tamas Kalas put through his own net in stoppage ti

France draw with USA
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France dealt setback on tournament eve

France’s FIFA World Cup™ preparations have suffered a blow after the European powerhouse was held to a 1-1 draw by an inexperienced USA side at Parc Olympique Lyonnais this morning. Les Bleus appeared to be heading for a shock defeat after Julian Green’s first half snapshot ha

McKay v Spain
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4 days to go: Matt McKay'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 Matt McKay, one of Australia's unsung performers at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. READ: FIFA World Cup Countdown

Daniel Arzani
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Sparkling Arzani cameo prompts 'million dollar question'

Daniel Arzani has a special knack for making big things happen in small spaces of time. From virtual unknown to Hyundai A-League sensation in a matter of weeks, he's now on the verge of turning a first Caltex Socceroos camp into a dream FIFA World Cup™ debut. And it could p

Daniel Arzani and Jackson Irvine v Hungary
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The two changes that sparked Caltex Socceroos' friendly win

Another week of training is gone, and another friendly win has been registered before the Caltex Socceroos travel to Russia for the FIFA World Cup™. The test of Hungary has been passed — a 2-1 win thanks to a Daniel Arzani debut goal and two own goals exchanged late in the mat

Daniel Arzani celebrates v Hungary
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Arzani fires first goal as Caltex Socceroos top Hungary

Youngster Daniel Arzani has grabbed his first senior international goal as the Caltex Socceroos earned a 2-1 win over against Hungary in Budapest in their final friendly before the FIFA World Cup™. With the first test in Group C against France in Kazan now less than a week awa

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Jedinak focused on Hungary, not battle for places

Skipper Mile Jedinak says no one in the Caltex Socceroos’ squad is distracted by uncertainty over the starting line-up as Australia prepares to tackle Hungary tomorrow morning. READ: Day 20 Wrap: Hungary preparation in full swing WATCH: Cahill's perfect recreation of Nether

Ricardo Gareca
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Opponent Watch: Inside Peru's revolution

In today's Opponent Watch, we take a look at Peru's remarkable footballing turnaround, France register a minor triumph and a Premier League star is ruled out.  READ: Day 20 Wrap: Hungary preparation in full swing WATCH: Cahill's perfect recreation of Netherlands classic

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What Van Bommel Said: Assistant Coach on tactics, fitness and Hungary

Caltex Socceroos Assistant Coach Mark van Bommel fronted the media alongside captain Mile Jedinak at this morning’s press conference at the Groupama Arena in Budapest. Van Bommel discussed Australia's FIFA World Cup™ preparations, offered some tournament insight and revealed w

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Van Bommel hints at Caltex Socceroos' World Cup approach

Caltex Socceroos Assistant Coach Mark van Bommel says fans can expect a fearless approach from Australia when the FIFA World Cup™ gets underway in under a week’s time. Van Bommel has been working tirelessly alongside Head Coach Bert van Marwijk to prepare the Caltex Socceroos

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Ultimate Guide to Caltex Socceroos v Hungary friendly

The Caltex Socceroos take on Hungary on Sunday morning (AEST) in their final chance to fine-tune their game before the 2018 FIFA World Cup™ gets underway. Bert van Marwijk’s final 23-man squad have had another strong week of preparation in Antalya, Turkey and will relish one m

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Day 20 Wrap: Van Bommel's wisdom and a surprise visitor

After arriving in the Hungarian capital yesterday, the Caltex Socceroos have finalised their preparations for tomorrow morning’s friendly against Hungary in Budapest. WATCH: Cahill's perfect recreation of Netherlands classic READ: Everything you need to know about Hungary f