Matthew Jurman is in line to start against Syria on Thursday night.
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Could Korea change propel Jurman into Ange's starting XI?

The defensive set up at Matt Jurman's Korean club may prove handy to Caltex Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglou when he ponders his defensive selections for Syria on Thursday night in Malaysia.  In-form Jurman, 27, a former Sydney FC favourite, switched to K-League Classic outfit

Jackson Irvine says he is re-energised ahead of the clash with Syria.
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Irvine energised by Hull move and fresh for WC playoff

In encouraging news for the Caltex Socceroos, Jackson Irvine believes he’s taken his game to a new level since signing with Hull City. Irvine’s form for the national team in 2017 has been eye-catching, with key goals and strong performances during the group qualification stage

Aaron Mooy in training with the Caltex Socceroos in Melaka.
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Caltex Socceroos: 3 key men in Melaka

The Caltex Socceroos enter make-or-break territory with their play off World Cup qualifier first leg against Syria this Thursday night. Now is a time for cool heads and a composed approach to a tricky opponent in humid, potentially rainy, conditions on a heavy surface the Hang

Massimo Luongo
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In-form Luongo prepares for ‘nerve-wracking’ playoff

Caltex Socceroo Massimo Luongo has arrived in Malaysia on a high after an eye-catching season with QPR though he’s described being part of World Cup playoff as “nerve-wracking”. The in-form Championship midfielder has featured in playoffs at club level before with former club

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Troisi wary of tough conditions for Syria clash

Caltex Socceroos attacking midfielder James Troisi says the conditions shouldn’t be underestimated when Australia face Syria in a tricky first leg World Cup playoff qualifier in Malaysia this Thursday night. The Australians began arriving in Melaka on Sunday and today (Monday)

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Aussies abroad: Leckie's Hertha surprise Bayern Munich

Mathew Leckie has been part of an impressive Bundesliga comeback overnight while other Caltex Socceroos have seen game time ahead of Thursday night's World Cup play off qualifier first leg against Syria in Malaysia. Leckie, the in-form Caltex Socceroos attacker, has helped his

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Aussies abroad: Ryan's Brighton lose to Arsenal

Caltex Socceroos keeper Mat Ryan has been part of a Brighton side beaten 2-0 by Arsenal at the Emirates in their latest Premier League outing. Spanish defender Nacho Monreal opened the scoring in the 16th minute before Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi made the points safe for Ar

Tom Rogic's Celtic face PSG in the UEFA Champions League next week.
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Rogic's Celtic held in Scotland

Tom Rogic’s Celtic maintained their unbeaten start to the Scottish Premiership after earning a hard-fought 2-2 draw at home to Hibernian overnight. Two goals from the Hoops’ Callum McGregor rescued a point for the hosts after a brace from Hibernian’s John McGinn had given the

Aaron Mooy
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Aussies abroad: Mooy's Huddersfield fall to Spurs

Aaron Mooy’s Huddersfield Town have suffered their first home defeat of the English Premier League season after falling to a 4-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday. Spurs star striker Harry Kane netted a double while goals to Ben Davies and Moussa Sissoko put the stamp on a

The Hang Jebat Stadium in Malaysia.
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Malaysia insider: venue, pitch and conditions

Former Hyundai A-League attacking midfielder Alex Smith says the conditions at the Hang Jebat Stadium in Malaysia will be difficult for the Caltex Socceroos.

Syria players celebrate a goal in FIFA World Cup qualifying.
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Who are the dangermen for Syria against Australia?

Statistics can be a little misleading.

Aaron Mooy has received some more praise from his Huddersfield Town boss David Wagner.
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Wagner praises Mooy's influence ahead of Spurs clash

Huddersfield Town boss David Wagner is pleased with Aaron Mooy’s progress in the English Premier League but stressed there’s still plenty of improvement left in the Caltex Socceroos midfielder. “Good.

Caltex Socceroos fans get behind Ange Postecoglou's team.
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Ticket info for Syria v Caltex Socceroos in Malaysia

Information on tickets for next Thursday’s World Cup playoff between Syria and the Caltex Socceroos have been released. The match will be played at the Hang Jebat Stadium in Melaka, Malaysia. Early bird sale: 2-4 October 10am-5pm at Wisma FAM, Kelana Jaya (Arena Futsal)

Caltex Socceroos fans in full voice at a recent FIFA World Cup qualifier.
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FFA launches fresh websites for football fans

Football in Australia has a brand new digital presence. This week, Football Federation Australia (FFA) launched the first stage of its new digital network.

The Caltex Socceroos starting XI against Thailand in Melbourne.
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Caltex Socceroos v Syria: comparing key stats

With the Caltex Socceroos heading to Malaysia for a make or break AFC World Cup qualifier playoff with Syria next week, we compare Australia and Syria's stats from the group stage. After 10 games both nations finished third in respective groups in 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifica