Robbie Kruse gets man-handled by his Japanese defender during the Caltex Socceroos 2-0 loss in Saitama.
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Why Thailand really is a must-win clash

The Caltex Socceroos destiny is no longer in their hands when it comes to automatic qualification for the World Cup.

Mark Milligan has issued a rallying cry to Caltex Socceroos supporters to pack out AAMI Park on Tuesday night against Thailand.
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Milligan's rally cry ahead of Thailand clash

Stand-in skipper Mark Milligan has issued a rallying cry to Caltex Socceroos supporters to pack out AAMI Park in Tuesday night's crunch World Cup qualifier with the Thais.

Midfielder Jackson Irvine in action against Japan in Saitama.
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Irvine vows goals in crunch clash with Thais

Caltex Socceroos midfielder Jackson Irvine believes automatic qualification for the World Cup is still within reach despite Thursday's defeat in Saitama.

Bailey Wright tells FFA TV the Caltex Socceroos are eager to get out in front of a big Melbourne crowd against Thailand.
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VIDEO: Wright, Vuka ready for Thailand battle

Caltex Socceroos duo Danny Vukovic and Bailey Wright believe a full stadium in Melbourne will help Australia get the job done against Thailand on Tuesday night.

James Troisi looks to wriggle clear of his marker in Australia's 2-0 loss to Japan.
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Japan v Caltex Socceroos: key match stats

Check out the key stats from Australia's 2-0 loss to Japan on Thursday night in Saitama in the World Cup qualifier.

Eugene Galekovic has been called in to the Caltex Socceroos squad in place of the injured Adam Federici.
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Galekovic called into Caltex Socceroos squad

Eugene Galekovic has been called in to the Caltex Socceroos squad for the upcoming 2018 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifier against Thailand.

Caltex Socceroos playmaker Tom Rogic looks to take on a couple of Japanese defenders.
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Video: Japan v Caltex Socceroos match highlights

Check out all the highlights in the Caltex Socceroos' FIFA World Cup qualifier against Japan in Saitama on Thursday night.

Mark Milligan is confident the Caltex Socceroos will get the job done against Thailand on Tuesday night.
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Milligan ready for ‘biggest game in 10 years’

Mark Milligan believes a vocal home crowd could be decisive as the Caltex Socceroos go all-out in what the defender describes as the most important qualifier in a decade.

Four Caltex Socceroo surrond Japan attacker Yuya Osako.
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REPORT: Caltex Socceroos beaten in Saitama

A goal in either half has seen Japan edge out the Caltex Socceroos 2-0 in their FIFA World Cup qualifier in Saitama on Tuesday night.

Mathew Leckie looms as a key player for the Caltex Socceroos against Thailand in Melbourne on Tuesday night.
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Need for speed the answer to topple Thailand

Caltex Socceroos winger says speed will be the key to unlocking Thailand’s defence in Tuesday night’s must-win FIFA World Cup qualifier in Melbourne.

Australian players celebrate Tom Rogic's stunning strike in the Socceroos' 3-2 win over Saudi Arabia.
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Caltex Socceroos: when we delivered on goals front

A win and a stack of goals is what the Caltex Socceroos will be chasing against Thailand in Tuesday night’s massive FIFA World Cup qualifier in Melbourne.

Tuesday night's FIFA World Cup qualifier against Thailand is a sell out.
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Caltex Socceroos a sell-out in Melbourne

The Caltex Socceroos crucial FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifier against Thailand tonight in Melbourne has sold out.

Milos Degenek feels Australia's home record will play a big part against Thailand on Tuesday night.
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Caltex Socceroos' home record a huge boost: Degenek

Australia’s formidable home record and attacking strength has defender Milos Degenek confident the Caltex Socceroos will beat Thailand convincingly in Tuesday night’s massive FIFA World Cup qualifier in Melbourne.

Aaron Mooy challenges for the ball with Germany's Julian Draxler.
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VIDEO: Juric, Mooy train in Melbourne

Caltex Socceroos duo Tomi Juric and Aaron Mooy both had a light training session in Melbourne on Saturday ahead of Tuesday’s vital FIFA World Cup qualifier against Thailand.

Caltex Socceroos wingback Brad Smith is looking for a big performance against Thailand.
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Smith keen for redemption against Thailand

Caltex Socceroos wingback Brad Smith has conceded his display against Japan wasn’t up to the standard he expects of himself – and the English Premier League player is looking to Thailand on Tuesday as a chance to reassert his qualities.