Mark Milligan
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Milligan tribute to Caltex Socceroos' fitness

 Midfielder Mark Milligan said the Caltex Socceroos always believed they would eventually wear Syria down in Tuesday night’s gripping 2-1 extra-time win, which keeps their FIFA 2018 World Cup hopes alive. Despite going behind early, Australia eventually prevailed thanks to a b

Ange
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Ange: Caltex Socceroos have belief as CONCACAF opponent awaits next month

Caltex Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglou heaped praise on his team and “our greatest-ever” Tim Cahill after his two goals spurred his side to a crucial 2-1 win over Syria on Tuesday night. Needing to win at Sydney Olympic Park to keep their FIFA 2018 World Cup hopes alive, Cahi

Cahill
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Cahill vows more goals as Caltex Socceroos march on to November WC playoff

Caltex Socceroos match-winner Tim Cahill says he knew he would score the goal that has kept Australia’s FIFA 2018 World Cup dream alive. Cahill scored both of Australia’s goals in the nail-biting 2-1 extra-time win over Syria in Sydney on Tuesday night, with the crucial winner

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Caltex Socceroos vs Syria: key stats from amazing second leg win

Australia bossed the stats against Syria to hold on and win 2-1 in Sydney on Tuesday night for a 3-2 aggregate victory.

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REPORT: Cahill scores twice as Caltex Socceroos defeat Syria after extra time epic!

The Caltex Socceroos' World Cup qualification quest continues after they defeated a brave Syria 2-1 in extra time of their second leg Asian Qualifier Playoff on Tuesday night in Sydney.  After drawing their first leg match in Malaysia 1-1 Australia ensured they'd progress 3-2

Socceroos v Syria preview
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Preview: Caltex Socceroos vs Syria

One nation’s World Cup hopes will come to an abrupt end on Tuesday night when Australia host Syria in their second leg Asian Qualifier Playoff.

Socceroos XI
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Who'll start for the Caltex Socceroos against Syria?

It all comes down to this.

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'Win and we're through': Ange

Ange Postecoglou insists the Caltex Socceroos will take an ‘aggressive’ approach into Tuesday night’s make-or-break World Cup qualifier against Syria. Following a 1-1 draw in Thursday’s first leg in Malaysia, a win or a scoreless draw will be enough for Australia to progress t

Ange Postecoglou
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‘Another opportunity for a great moment’: Ange on Caltex Socceroos' make or break clash

Caltex Socceroos boss Ange Postecoglou believes a return to home soil will give his side a lift as they look to overcome Syria in a make-or-break World Cup qualifier second leg on Tuesday night at Sydney Olympic Park.  Following a 1-1 draw in Thursday’s first leg in Malaysia,

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Fans travel and stadium info for Caltex Socceroos vs Syria

Did you know tickets for the Caltex Socceroos’ Asian Qualifiers Playoff against Syria at Sydney Olympic Park on Tuesday night include entry and return travel on Sydney Trains services and major event buses? All the info is at this link.  https://transportnsw.info/events/201

Awer Mabil in action for Pacos de Ferreira.
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Aussies Abroad: Mabil scores in Portugal

Fringe Caltex Socceroos winger Awer Mabil has found the net in Portugal. The former Adelaide United flyer opened the scoring for Pacos de Ferreira in their League Cup clash with Rio Ave. Mabil's goal looked to have won the game before an injury time equaliser saw the match

Trent Sainsbury is expecting another physical battle with Syria on Tuesday night.
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Caltex Socceroos ready for 'physical' Syria: Sainsbury

Experienced Caltex Socceroos defender Trent Sainsbury has heaped praise on his less-seasoned international team-mates ahead of game two of Australia's World Cup playoff against Syria. And he's reserved particular platitudes for fellow central defender Matt Jurman, who debuted

Bahrain players celebrate staying alive in the chase for a 2010 World Cup berth.
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A history of AFC World Cup qualifying playoffs

Australian fans already know that Asian Football Confederations Play-Offs for the FIFA World Cup can be full of drama. There may be more to come and below are three of the most dramatic. Saudi Arabia vs Bahrain 2010 The final inter-continental playoff between Bahrain and

Caltex Socceroos training in Malaysia.
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Caltex Socceroos train in Sydney ahead of Syria playoff

The Caltex Socceroos have hit the training pitch for the first time since their 1-1 draw with Syria, completing a solid 35-minute session on a cool afternoon at Stadium Australia on Sunday. All 23 players completed the session without any issues, indicating coach Ange Postecog

James Troisi could play a key role against Syria in Sydney.
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Fresh legs to make difference for Caltex Socceroos: Troisi

Playmaker James Troisi has flagged the possibility of mass changes for Tuesday night’s second leg against Syria and believes Caltex Socceroos’ imposing home record will make the difference. The Australian squad will hit the training pitch for the first time on Sunday afternoon