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Van Marwijk names preliminary squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup

Caltex Socceroos Head Coach Bert van Marwijk today named 32 players as part of his preliminary squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup™ which will commence in Russia next month. All 26 players who took part in van Marwijk’s first Caltex Socceroos camp in March this year – which incl

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The key dates as Caltex Socceroos look to Russia

The first step is out of the way – Bert van Marwijk has confirmed his 32-man provisional Caltex Socceroos squad as our boys now look ahead to the FIFA World Cup. With just 38 days to go until football’s showpiece event gets underway, there is so much on the horizon for Aussie

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Van Marwijk explains Arzani, Karacic inclusions in 32-man squad

Bert van Marwijk has explained the inclusion of two brand new names in his 32-man Caltex Socceroos squad before the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Hyundai A-League breakout star Daniel Arzani and 21-year-old right back Fran Karacic have earned call ups, with Van Marwijk also including a

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Van Marwijk names six new faces in preliminary squad

Caltex Socceroos coach Bert van Marwijk has named six new faces in his preliminary 32-man squad in preparation for the 2018 FIFA World Cup. With all 26 players from the Caltex Socceroos squad that faced Norway and Colombia in March included, Van Marwijk has also found room for

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Aussies Abroad: Rogic’s sublime assist in Celtic win

Tom Rogic has produced another moment of magic as champions Celtic recorded another win in the Scottish Premiership overnight. With scores locked at 1-1 against Hearts early in the second half, the Caltex Socceroos playmaker came up with an audacious piece of skill to put the

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Mooy’s Huddersfield hold Man City to crucial draw

Caltex Socceroo midfielder Aaron Mooy’s Huddersfield Town have edged closer to Premier League safety after clinching a vital point in a 0-0 draw with champions Manchester City overnight. The Terriers gave City a guard of honour before kick-off at the Etihad but that’s where th

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38 days to go: Ante Covic's FIFA World Cup story

Russia 2018 is fast approaching and as part of our countdown to the tournament, we are profiling every Australian player who's been to a FIFA World Cup. Featured today is Ante Covic, a member of the Germany 2006 squad who was restricted to two international caps by a well-stoc

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Aussies Abroad: Maclaren’s penalty miss costly for Hibernian

Caltex Socceroos striker Jamie Maclaren missed an early penalty as his Hibernian were forced to settle for a draw away at Aberdeen overnight. In a huge clash that had ramifications on European qualification, Maclaren’s missed spot-kick proved decisive as the match finished 0-0

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39 days to go: Stan Lazaridis FIFA World Cup story

The 2018 FIFA World Cup is fast approaching and as part of our countdown to the tournament in Russia, we are profiling every Australian player who's been to a World Cup.

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Ryan's Brighton stun Man Utd to secure EPL safety

Mat Ryan’s Brighton and Hove Albion have secured their Premier League status for another season after a shock 1-0 win over Manchester United on Saturday (AEST). The Caltex Socceroos keeper kept a clean sheet as the Seagulls stunned Jose Mourinho’s men at the AMEX Stadium to sn

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40 days to go: Harry Kewell's FIFA World Cup story

There are just six weeks to go until Russia 2018 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 feature Harry Kewell, perhaps the nation's most famous footballing export. Lethal with his left

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AFC Asian Cup group stage opponent report: Jordan

The Caltex Socceroos have been drawn into Group B for the AFC Asian Cup 2019 to be held in the United Arab Emirates. As reigning champions, Australia will face the first tests of their title defence against Syria, Palestine and Jordan. Here's our look at Jordan, their prosp

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AFC Asian Cup group stage opponent report: Palestine

The Caltex Socceroos have been drawn into Group B for the AFC Asian Cup 2019 to be held in the United Arab Emirates. As reigning champions, Australia will face the first tests of their title defence against Syria, Palestine and Jordan. Here's our look at Palestine, their pr

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AFC Asian Cup group stage opponent report: Syria

The Caltex Socceroos have been drawn into Group B for the AFC Asian Cup 2019 to be held in the United Arab Emirates. As reigning champions, Australia will face the first tests of their title defence against Syria, Palestine and Jordan. Here's our look at Syria, their prospe

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Every group for the AFC Asian Cup 2019

The Caltex Socceroos have been tasked with escaping a tricky Group B as they defend their crown at the AFC Asian Cup 2019 in the United Arab Emirates. Familiar foes Syria and Jordan along with the relatively unknown Palestine make up a tough first hurdle in the bid to go back-