Spiranovic confident Socceroos can handle the heat
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Spiranovic confident Socceroos can handle the heat

Back in the Caltex Socceroos squad for the first time in almost a year, Matthew Spiranovic has stressed the importance of picking up points on the road in FIFA World Cup qualifying.

Caltex Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglou talks to assistants Ante Milicic and Josep Gombau.
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Ange adamant Aussies will always attack

With the Asian Cup in their trophy cabinet, the Socceroos should aim to win every World Cup qualifier they play, according to coach Ange Postecoglou.

The starting XI when Australia played Iraq in Perth.
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Who'll start for the Caltex Socceroos?

We try to predict the starting XI Ange Postecoglou will select when the Caltex Socceroos meet the UAE in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday morning (KO 1.30am AEST).

Jason Davidson celebrates his maiden goal for the Caltex Socceroos against the UAE.
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FFA TV | UAE Flashback

In the lead-up to Wednesday morning’s FIFA World Cup qualifier, we look back at the build-up to the Caltex Socceroos previous clash against UAE in their AFC Asian Cup semi-final in 2015.

Who are the UAE players the Caltex Socceroos must be wary of in their FIFA World Cup qualifier in Abu Dhabi?
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Who are the UAE's key men?

The panenka-scoring striker, the bushy-haired baller that Xavi rates and the baseball cap-wearing mentor. Asian football expert @JohnnyDuerden spotlights five UAE names who could make life difficult for our Caltex Socceroos on Wednesday morning (KO 1.30am AEST).

Caltex Socceroos defender Trent Sainsbury.
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Sainsbury: 'Our game plan or the highway'

Trent Sainsbury says the Caltex Socceroos won't change the way they play in Wednesday morning’s (AEST) crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier in Abu Dhabi against UAE.

Socceroos flyer Mat Leckie challenges for the ball with UAE's Ismail Al Hammadi during the 2015 Asian Cup.
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Preview: UAE v Caltex Socceroos

Both are coming off a win. Both are ambitious and both will feel a spot in Russia is possible. UAE host Australia in a Group B blockbuster on Tuesday night (Wed 1.30am AEST) in Abu Dhabi.

Socceroos skipper Mile Jedinak fights for the ball with UAE superstar Omar Abdulrahman.
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FFA TV | Socceroos' opponent guide: UAE

Former Caltex Socceroos Mark Bresciano and Alex Brosque provide insight into the United Arab Emirates ahead of Wednesday's crucial World Cup qualifier in Abu Dhabi.

Mark Milligan celebrates a goal in World Cup qualifying against Tajikistan.
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Why Mark Milligan is vital to the Caltex Socceroos

Australia has superstars and rising stars. But in Mark Milligan, who's been a Caltex Socceroo for a decade, they have their most unique player, whose technique, versatility, fitness and reliability is nothing short of astonishing.

UAE star Ahmed Khalil celebrates a goal in his side's 2-1 win over Japan.
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UAE media splash ahead of Caltex Socceroos clash

Ahead of their clash with the Caltex Socceroos, UAE media have gone into overdrive over “Ali’s Heroes” after their national team’s stunning 2-1 win over Japan as expectations rise in the lead up to this huge game.

Robbie Kruse fights for the ball during the Socceroos' 2-0 win over Iraq.
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Caltex Socceroos eyeing 'next level': Kruse

Robbie Kruse admits he’s loving the Caltex Socceroos’ style under Ange Postecoglou and has challenged his teammates to continue to push themselves with an eye on next year’s Confederations Cup.

Mat Leckie has signed a new deal with FC Ingolstadt.
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Caltex Socceroo extends Bundesliga stay

Caltex Socceroos star Mat Leckie will remain in Germany for at least another three years after signing a contract extension with FC Ingolstadt.

Mark Milligan on the ball during the Socceroos' 2-0 win over Iraq.
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Baniyas' Aussie star wary of well-drilled UAE

Fresh from his eye-catching defensive shift against Iraq on Thursday night, Caltex Socceroos defender Mark Milligan says the UAE will provide even sterner opposition in Abu Dhabi.

Japan were stunned 2-1 by UAE in their opening World Cup Qualifier.
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AFC World Cup qualifiers wrap

There were matches across Asia as the remaining Asian Football Confederation aspirants kicked off their final phase of World Cup qualification for Russia 2018 overnight.

Trent Sainsbury on the ball during Australia's 2-0 win over Iraq.
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Three points the goal in Abu Dhabi: Sainsbury

Caltex Socceroos defender Trent Sainsbury says a draw against UAE in next week’s FIFA World Cup qualifier in Abu Dhabi would feel like a loss.